Basic and experience motorcycle rider classes and basic and advanced sidecar/trike classes are offered on weekends in the spring, summer and fall. Enrollment for FALL 2009 will begin 9 AM on July 14, 2009.

Rates:

New Online Enrollment :

Please follow the directions on the Enrollment Page and fill out the Non credit/CEU online application and registration for your motorcycle class. Be sure to record your EMPL ID.

Basic Rider Weekday Classes - Open Enrollment

Motorcycle Basic Rider

The Virginia Rider Training Program's Basic Rider Course (BRC) is designed to teach the novice motorcyclist the skills required to ride safely on the street.

This 15 clock hour program takes the beginner rider through the basics of motorcycle operation; turning skills, effective braking, and obstacle avoidance, as well as safe riding strategies.

The course consists of 5 clock hours of classroom instruction and 10 clock hours of actual hands-on training.

Motorcycles (125cc to 350cc) and helmets are provided though the Virginia Rider Training Program (VRTP) and local dealers who support rider education.  If you prefer to use your own helmet, helmets must be 3/4 or full face.  Textbooks are also provided.  

Successful completion of the course for Virginia residents satisfies the riding component and the written and skills exams for the motorcycle endorsement on a Virginia state license. Students from other states will still have to take and pass the written component for the Virginia state licensing exam.  Most major insurance companies provide up to a 10% discount on insurance rates for successful completion of the course.     

Each course is limited to maximum of 24 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Enroll online or enroll by paper / fax.

Basic Rider Weekend Classes

Motorcycle Basic Rider

The Virginia Rider Training Program's Basic Rider Course (BRC) is designed to teach the novice motorcyclist the skills required to ride safely on the street.

This 15 clock hour program takes the beginner rider through the basics of motorcycle operation; turning skills, effective braking, and obstacle avoidance, as well as safe riding strategies.

The course consists of 5 clock hours of classroom instruction and 10 clock hours of actual hands-on training.

Motorcycles (125cc to 350cc) and helmets are provided though the Virginia Rider Training Program (VRTP) and local dealers who support rider education.  If you prefer to use your own helmet, helmets must be 3/4 or full face.  Textbooks are also provided.  

Successful completion of the course for Virginia residents satisfies the riding component and the written and skills exams for the motorcycle endorsement on a Virginia state license. Students from other states will still have to take and pass the written component for the Virginia state licensing exam.  Most major insurance companies provide up to a 10% discount on insurance rates for successful completion of the course.     

Each course is limited to maximum of 24 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Enroll online or enroll by paper / fax.

Students enrolling in the Basic Rider Weekend Course can schedule an AM or PM class time.

November Through December Course Times:

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Experienced Rider Classes-Open Enrollment

Motorcycle Experienced Rider

The Virginia Rider Training Program’s Experienced Rider Course (ERC) is designed to teach the more experienced motorcyclist how to respond with precision and accuracy to unexpected road and traffic situations.

The 5 clock hour program consists of hands-on riding instruction under controlled range supervision. Note: Students ride their own motorcycles for the range portion of the course.

Each ERC student must provide a valid motorcycle operators license and a motorcycle. The motorcycle must have a current state safety inspection, be properly licensed and the student must show proof of insurance. The ridercoach will also perform an inspection of the motorcycle’s lights, tires and brakes. If, in the opinion of the ridercoach, the motorcycle is in unsafe condition, the student will not be allowed to continue.      

Each course is limited to 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Enroll online or enroll by paper / fax.

Students enrolling in the Experience Rider Course can schedule an AM or PM class time.

Course Times:

To prevent cancellation of a class, the AM and PM classes will be combined if an insufficient number
of students are enrolled in a AM or PM class.

Students will be notified if their AM or PM class is rescheduled. Student may accept the new
class times, request a transfer to another class or request a refund.

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Basic Sidecar/Trike Rider Classes-Open Enrollment

Basic Sidecar/Trike

The Virginia Rider Training Program’s Basic Sidecar/Trike Course is designed to teach the novice student the skills necessary to safely operate a three-wheeled vehicle.

The 16 clock hour program covers the basics of sidecar/trike operation, effective braking, turning skills and obstacle avoidance and safe riding strategies.

Tidewater Community College through a partnership with the Motorcycle Safety League of Virginia, Inc. (MSLVI), provides students with sidecars and trikes.

Students are permitted to use a personal three-wheeled trike or sidecar. The trike or sidecar must have a current state safety inspection, be properly licensed and the student must show proof of insurance.  The ridercoach will perform an inspection of the lights, tires and brakes. If the ridercoach feels the vehicle is in unsafe condition, the student will not be allowed to use it in the course.     

Each course is limited to 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Enroll online or enroll by paper / fax.

Course Times:

There are no classes currently scheduled at this time.
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Advanced Sidecar/Trike Rider Classes-Open Enrollment

Advanced Sidecar/Trike

The Virginia Rider Training Program’s Advanced Sidecar/Trike Course is  designed to teach the experienced rider better handling and safety skills for sidecar and trike riding.  The 8 clock hour program covers braking, turning, obstacle and accident avoidance and safe riding strategies.   

Tidewater Community College through a partnership with the Motorcycle Safety League of Virginia, Inc. (MSLVI), can provide students with sidecar and trikes however, students are encouraged to ride their own sidecar/trike for the range portion of the course.

Students personal three-wheeled trike or sidecar rig must have a current state safety inspection, be properly licensed and the student must show proof of insurance.  The ridercoach will perform an inspection of the lights, tires and brakes. If the ridercoach feels the vehicle is in unsafe condition, the student will not be allowed to use it in the course.    

Each course is limited to 12 students and enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Enroll online or enroll by paper / fax.

Class Times: Saturdays 8 AM - 5 PM