Who We Are
Afro Offroad is a professional off-road driver training company focused on building capable, confident drivers through structured instruction and real-world application.
We specialise in teaching drivers how to:
- Understand vehicle behaviour off-road
- Read terrain accurately
- Apply correct techniques calmly and deliberately
- Make sound decisions when conditions become challenging
Our training is not built around speed, spectacle, or bravado. It is built around process, discipline, and understanding.
Our Philosophy
Off-road driving is not about how far you can push a vehicle.
It is about knowing when to proceed, when to reassess, and when to stop.
Afro Offroad training is grounded in:
- Calm, controlled driver inputs
- Clear principles that apply across all terrain
- Disciplined decision-making
- Repeatable processes that work under pressure
We believe confident drivers are created through understanding, not intimidation or momentum.
What Makes Afro Offroad Different
Afro Offroad stands apart through:
- A clearly structured training pathway
- Strong separation between driving, recovery, and winching disciplines
- Instructor-led sessions with controlled group sizes
- Emphasis on safety, control, and real-world application
- Training designed to reduce risk and vehicle damage
Every course is designed to build on the previous step, allowing drivers to progress logically and safely.
Our Training System
Afro Offroad offers a progressive training system that includes:
- Guided Sunday Off-Road Drives
- Off-Road Familiarisation
- Advanced Off-Road Driver Training
- Mastering Recovery
- Winching Training
- One-on-One Driver Training
Drivers are encouraged to enter the system at the correct level and progress as their confidence and capability grow.
Dawie de Beer
Founder & Lead Instructor
Dawie is a founder of Afro Offroad and a lead instructor with a strong focus on driver inputs, terrain assessment, and structured decision-making.
His approach to instruction emphasises:
- Calm, deliberate control
- Understanding vehicle behaviour
- Correct sequencing of actions
- Building confidence through clarity
Dawie’s training style is methodical and principle-driven, helping drivers replace uncertainty with understanding.
Terence Tracey
Founder & Lead Instructor
Terence is a founder of Afro Offroad and a lead instructor with extensive experience in off-road recovery operations, safety management, and real-world driver training.
His instruction focuses on:
- Scene control and safety
- Disciplined recovery processes
- Mechanical sympathy
- Managing risk during complex situations
Terence brings a strong operational mindset to training, ensuring drivers understand both the technical and safety implications of off-road decisions.
Who We Train
Afro Offroad training is suitable for:
- New 4×4 owners
- Drivers lacking confidence off-road
- Drivers preparing for overland or remote travel
- Drivers seeking structured, professional instruction
We train individuals, groups, and private clients across a range of experience levels.
Where We Train
Training takes place in designated off-road environments that allow controlled exposure to:
- Gravel and loose surfaces
- Sand
- Rock and uneven terrain
- Inclines, descents, and cross-axle obstacles
Terrain selection is deliberate and used to reinforce technique rather than push unnecessary risk.
Safety & Standards
All Afro Offroad training sessions are:
- Instructor-led
- Pace-controlled
- Risk-managed
- Structured to minimise vehicle damage
Safety, discipline, and clarity are central to every session.