'FEAR THIS' Steps Up Its Drivers Ed Program

is increasing its program to be more effective in helping teens cope with driving conditions when they first hit the streets.

“We now offer Skid Recovery Training teaching critical car control skills. The student will be in our Impala with a Instructor and experience total loss of control and techniques to recover,” said Woodrow Gaines, founder of FEAR THIS, Inc. “This training will simulate conditions that range from wet weather to snow and ice.”

Gaines said the program’s teaching would benefit more than just young drivers with very little experience on the roads.

“Drivers of all ages and levels of driving experience will have the time of their life while learning the driving skills that could save it,” Gaines said, adding dates still have to be set up for the program. “Parents can also schedule to take part and develop their skills.”

Gaines said each session would contain a maximum of three students and the instructor. For a limited time when first offered the cost will be $135 per student. The next session will be held in December at .

The program is taught by law enforcement driver's training officers and recognized by the Forsyth County Juvenile Court, the Alpharetta City Mayor's Office, the Sandy Springs Court and the John's Creek Court among many other county court systems.

Many teens are mandated through Georgia's courts to pass and certify through Fear This before regaining their driver's license after a speeding ticket.

For more information visit the FEAR THIS, Inc. Web site.

Liz Kennedy contributed to this article.