Three people standing in front of a large black camper trailer hitched to a pickup truck.

Get to Know Your Caravan, Build Your Confidence!

Do you have questions about how your vans works ?

We will answer any questions you have, including:

✔ Water systems and pumps
✔ Hot water service operation
✔ Fridge operation (12V, 240V and Gas where applicable)
✔ Battery and solar systems
✔ Electrical systems and safety switches
✔ Gas systems and isolation valves
✔ Air conditioner and heating systems
✔ Awning operation and care
✔ Waste water management
✔ General maintenance and safety checks

Our goal is to ensure you understand how your caravan works and feel comfortable operating it independently.

Who Is This Coaching For?

Our coaching is ideal for:

First-time caravan owners
Couples new to towing
Owners upgrading to a larger caravan
Anyone wanting to improve their towing confidence
Travellers preparing for a big trip

Reversing & Manoeuvring Coaching

One of the biggest challenges for new and existing caravan owners is reversing and towing!

Our practical coaching covers:

✔ Understanding caravan movement while reversing
✔ Mirror use and positioning
✔ Straight-line reversing
✔ Reversing into campsites and storage areas
✔ Corner reversing techniques
✔ Spotter communication and safety practices
✔ Practice in a controlled environment

We work at your pace to build confidence and improve your skills.

Towing Coaching

Learn safe towing practices and gain confidence before hitting the road.

✔ Vehicle and caravan compatibility checks
✔ Hitching and unhitching procedures
✔ Weight distribution and loading advice
✔ Pre-departure safety checks
✔ Brake controller operation
✔ Turning techniques and road positioning
✔ Understand wind, overtaking and highway driving
✔ Reversing safety procedures

Why Choose Southwest Caravan Service and Repairs?

Because we are real people, who have been where you are!

✅ Practical one-on-one coaching

✅ Tailored to your caravan and tow vehicle

✅ Advice from experienced caravan technicians

✅ Learn at your own pace

✅ Friendly, professional service

Book Your Coaching Session Today

Minimum 2 hrs is recommended

$300 +gst

Southwest Caravan Service and Repairs

Ph- 0409 003 944

📍 230 Russells Road, Mailors Flat VIC 3275

Disclaimer

Southwest Caravan Service and Repairs provides practical familiarisation and coaching based on industry experience and general towing and caravan operation practices. This service is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute accredited driver training, licensing instruction, or certification. Participants remain responsible for complying with all applicable road laws, towing regulations, vehicle manufacturer requirements, and safe operating practices. No guarantee is made regarding individual driving ability or towing competency following participation in our coaching sessions.