Western Adventures 4X4 Driving School

Frenchie La Chance’s has 38 years of 4 wheeling experience and 24 years of 4X4 training provides our clients with the finest training. Frenchie’s ongoing quest to stay up with new products, techniques puts us on the cutting edge of 4-wheeling. I teach the details of the trade you develop the skills. A complete 4x4 off road school with the lecture and hands on training.

Many people learn from the school of “Hard Knocks” or from their buddies. The school of “Hard Knocks” can be very expensive and you may still not know the correct way (only what you did was the wrong way). Because your buddy may be a good 4-wheel driver, they may not be a good 4-wheel drive teacher. Your buddies may be good driver, but there is a sizeable and direct identifiable difference between us. 4X4 Training for fun, safety and a great way to enjoy the outdoors.

Some of our contracts are for elite military groups these personal only use the highest quality instructors as there lives depend on the best. We contract with many Federal, State, County and City government agencies. We are still working with auto and after market manufacturers companies. Working with companies from around the world large and small.

Why do I need this basic class? DS-101
If your goal is to;
*Reduce the chance of being stuck in the outback....you need our class!
*Learn why your vehicle dose what it wants and not what you want it to do....you need our class!
*Eliminate the potential damage to your vehicle....you need our class!
*Make a reduction in the damage to the environment....you need our class!
*Should you learn improper techniques without thinking through the logic, you can not only hurt yourself but others as well....you need our class!
*Enjoy the great out doors....you want our class!
*You want to insure you protect your family and yourself....you need this class!

Areas we will cover are in our civilian classes;
*Planning and Preparedness (before you go you want to be able to come back).
*Supplies Check List (what you need or may want off highway) .
*GPS and Map reading (what dose this mean?).
*Mechanics of 4-Wheel Drive (understanding mechanical symphony).

*Driving technics;

Dirt roads
Hills - ascending and descending
Ridges
Ruts
Logs
Sand
Mud
Water - standing and moving
Snow
Ice
*Vehicle Camping (no need to be a unconfortable).
*Vehicle Modifications (do I need to spent thousands more?).
*Safety (it is never out of style).
*Survival (coming out in one piece).
*Preparation for Overlanding (What do I need to carry and the difference between overlanding a 4-Wheeling).

*Fun Manifold Cooking (What is it and why).

4X4 Spotter Class (SP-101)

If your not planning on driving or you do not drive (you are not allowed or just rather not). This is your class and is very important technique detailed for you. You need to understand the vehicle, but you need to know the drivers skills and techniques as well.

Class focus;
Clearances
Wheel cheat
Front end swing
Body roll
Approach angles
Break-over
Departure
Vehicle widths
Drops
Faces
Hand signals

Specific classes we offer; These classes give you additional details in the Art of 4-wheeling.
DS-101 - We offer Introductory 4X4 classes DS-101 - If you are new and want to understand your vehicle, capabilities of your vehicle as well as its limits.
DS-102 -Our intermediate 4X4 classes DS-102 - You will get into more challenging terrains and areas which require attention to the finer details.
DS-103 - Our advanced 4X4 class DS-103 - is for those who want the highest skill level where 1 inch one way or the other makes a big difference. We concentrate on rock crawling and extreme terrains. Call office - scheduled as requested.
BR-201 - Basic Recovery BR-201 - Use of Recovery Strap, Winch, Sand Mats, Hi-Lift Jack.
AR-202 - Advanced Recovery AR-202 - is a extension of our basic recovery to the extreme recovery situations. Call office - scheduled as requested.
S-301- Sand S-301 - For those who want training in deep soft sand dunes.

SP-501 - Spotter Class for helping the driver through rough spots.

CC-401 - Custom Classes CC-401 - designed to fit your specific needs. Call office - scheduled as requested.

For custom, special or additional dates. Call the office 760-789-1563

Consulting
We also offer consultation for your origination, business, convention or club.  We offer complete off road vehicle driver training. Contact the office for very reasonable rates.              Western Adventures 4X4 School guides people from around the world into the out-back with four-wheel drive vehicles, organizes special off-highway (off-road) events throughout the U.S. and Mexico. Western Adventures provides scouting services, film production location, and instructs professionals in proper 4x4 driving technique, off-highway (off-road) and trail safety, and four-wheeling etiquette, with special attention to your specifics.

So who are some of our clients?
U.S. Military, BLM, Forest Service, State Parks, Utilities Companies, International companies, Fortune 500 companies, Gas & Oil companies, Phone companies, Search and Rescue, film industery, off- highway (4X4) clubs and the general public. You are next!

***The International 4 Wheel Drive Trainer Association (I4WDTA) mission is to certify experienced Professional 4WD instructors throughout the world. I4WDTA Certified Trainers have met the highest professional standards that were formulated by 4WD professionals from around the world. All I4WDTA Certified Trainers have years of experience as instructors and are 4WD experts.

Frenchie,

Great Saturday in Anza B. , the class was a BLAST! . My son and I are 
still talking about it! .

Thanks  for showing me how to better drive my rig . We've already 
started hitting the trail to practice !

Best Always,

Jack and Josh P  aka FJ SCOUT

Hi Frenchie-

I just wanted to thank you for the great class last Saturday.

I took the DS-101 class last Saturday and it was one of the most
enjoyable classes I have ever taken in my whole life.  The
explanations were clear, to the point, and easy to understand.  You
have a great sense of humor that made the learning fun.   I found you
to be very honest and open.   You were always patient and calm.  Your
calm manner, gentle encouragement and common sense were great for
making the seemingly impossible obstacles not such a big deal.   What
a rare thing it is to find all these qualities in a teacher.

I would not hesitate to take another class from you.

Thank you again!
-Bob-

Frenchie,
The class was just what I needed to feel safe about going off-highway. Your detail descriptions were excellent in commutating the specific situations. I really enjoyed the second day.
Thanks,
Darryl H.

Anaheim, CA

Hi Frenchie - I am just writing to say thanks again for a truly awesome experience! I had so much fun driving with you, it was a day I'll never forget! Thanks for your low-stress vibe, and your confidence in me. I felt the perfect balance of confidence and  cautiousness - the balance that allowed me to have fun!
Best Wishes,
Sarah

Hello Frenchie,
This class was the best money we spent since getting our Toyota.
Helen and John R.

San Jose, CA

Excellent class Frenchie! The class far exceeded our expectations. We have used many of the techniques on our trips off road. I learned more in the first hour of the class then in the year with my friends.
Excellent class.
Robert T.

Scottsdale, AZ

We have recommended the class to some of out friends. We were very impressed with you knowledge.
Outstanding class!
Peter G. San Diego, CA

I had no ides the vehicle could do half of what we did in the class. I have far more confidence then I did before the driving school. Frenchie you are a topnotch instructor.
Sandra T. San Diego, CA

Hello Frenchie
Since the class I have gone out with Bob D. from the class and we keep discussing all of the information you gave us and how much of we have used all of it.
First-rate training.

Kenneth M.

Los Angeles, CA  

Frenchie, the class was terrific and I look forward to getting into you next class to improve my driving skill even further. I hope to see you soon.
Thank you,
Bill M.

Las Vegas, NV

The wife and I learned so much we can not wait to use all of the information you gave us. Between the two of us we hope to remember most of what we learned in the class. Great job the hands on was the best part of the class.

Don B. San Diego, CA

Thanks Frenchie! The trip was worth it to learn all of the information you presented. We stayed a couple of days longer to practice what we learned. We will enjoy our next vacation much more with the skills we now have.

Thanks,

Richard and Bev. S.

Phoenix, AZ