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Basic RiderCourse (BRC)

The Basic RiderCourse is aimed at beginning riders of all ages 15 1/2 or older. To take this course, you must present one of the following: a valid driver’s license, learner’s permit, or a certificate showing completion of driver’s education. If under 18, a parent or legal guardian must attend the first class session with the student.

In California, all riders under 21 years of age must successfully complete this course to obtain a motorcycle license or endorsement from the DMV. Upon successful completion of the Basic RiderCourse, students are given a Certificate of Completion of Motorcycle Training (DL389). The motorcycle riding test given by the DMV may be waived with this certification and graduates may also qualify for insurance premium discounts with some motorcycle insurers.

A minimum of five hours classroom instruction prepares the student for at least ten hours of practical riding in a controlled, off-street environment. Motorcycles and helmets for use in the course are provided. However, if you already have your own helmet we encourage you to use it as long as it is DOT approved.

In this course, you'll learn how to operate a motorcycle safely, with emphasis on the special skills and mental attitudes necessary for dealing with traffic. RiderCoaches will start you off with straight-line riding, turning, shifting and stopping. You'll gradually progress to cornering, swerving and emergency braking. In the classroom you'll learn about the different types of motorcycles, their characteristics, and how they operate. The RiderCoaches, all experienced motorcyclists, will advise you on what to wear for comfort, visibility and protection. You'll find out how alcohol and other drugs affect your ability to ride safely. A very important segment of the course will show you how to create your own strategy for riding in traffic, and how to deal with critical situations. The course concludes with a knowledge test and skill evaluation.

All students must be wearing the appropriate riding attire for their session out on the range. For safety reasons we require each student to wear a long sleeve shirt of jacket, long denim jeans or heavy pants (not excessively baggy or long), over the ankle shoes/boots (please make sure they are not fashion boots with heels), full fingered leather gloves, shatter resistant sunglasses or safety glasses. *Failure to wear the appropriate riding attire will result in a drop from the class and the student will have to go on stand-by on their on time for future class dates.

Experienced RiderCourse (ERC)

Using your own motorcycle, you’ll put into practice the techniques of managing traction, stopping quickly, cornering and swerving. You will also discuss with your peers how to balance the mental and physical aspects of safe riding, manage risk, increase visibility and optimize your lane position. These courses also provide valuable information about protective gear, rider responsibility, motorcycle inspection and care, and the effects of alcohol and other drugs on riding. Optional skill evaluation and knowledge tests are available.

Even if you've been riding for some time, there's always something new to learn. Increasing numbers of seasoned riders are flocking to this Experienced Rider Course Suite to hone their skills and fine-tune the mental skills needed for survival in traffic. The ERC Suite course may also qualify graduates for insurance premium discounts with their motorcycle insurers, so be sure to call your agent for more information!

What you will need for this course:

• Your own motorcycle (in good repair)
• DOT approved helmet
• Proof of insurance for your motorcycle
• A valid motorcycle endorsement/ license
• Wear appropriate riding attire: long pants or jeans (not too baggy or long), over the ankle boots, leather gloves (full fingered), shatter resistant sunglasses or safety glasses, sunscreen.

Registration, Fees & Policies

Registration: All attendees must be pre-registered with the Pacific Safety Council. Walk-in attendees will not be accepted in class.

Course Fees & Payment Information:
BRC Course Fees:
Under the age of 21 = $150 per rider. Age 21 and older = $250 per rider
ERC Course Fees: $125 per rider

POLICIES
When you have registered and paid for your class that means you have paid for your name on the roster and a seat in a class which meets on specific dates and times. You are expected to be at your class for those dates and times. Your registration and course fee does not give you a seat in future classes, add your name to a new roster or reschedule you into another date if you should miss any part of your original course. It is your responsibility to make sure you arrive where you need to be. It is also your responsibility to contact our office if you do not receive your confirmation letter prior to your class.

Attendance: You must attend ALL class sessions in the order in which they are offered. For liability reasons, a student may not continue on to the next class session if he/she does not successfully complete the previous class session. If a student fails to show up for any portion of the course he/she will be dropped from the entire course and cannot receive a refund or be rescheduled into another course. Absolutely No Exceptions.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations or Requests to reschedule must be received by our office five working days prior to the first class session. Requests that fall within 5 business days before the first class or anytime after will forfeit their registration fee. Absolutely No Exceptions.

Rescheduling Policy: An additional $25 processing fee is obtained for attendees that wish to reschedule their class prior to the Cancellation Deadline.

Refund Policy: Any refund issued by the Pacific Safety Council is automatically subject to a $25 processing fee. Refunds cannot be issued once a class has started.

Failure to Complete: The instructors are required to ensure the safety of all students. Unsafe conditions will not be allowed and the instructors will drop any student who, in the opinion of the instructor, presents a safety hazard to themselves or to others, or who repeatedly fails to respond to the instructor’s coaching. Refunds or reschedules will not be given to a student that drops them self from a course.

Late Attendees: The instructors are required to teach the material in a specific order within the times allotted for each of the classes. We ask that all attendees show up to each of the classes at least 15-30 minutes prior. The seats are limited and we do not make exceptions for tardiness. Should you show up late to any one of the sessions, you will be dropped from the entire course and cannot receive a refund or be rescheduled into another course. Absolutely No Exceptions.

Riding Attire: Failure to wear the appropriate riding attire will result in a drop from the current class and the student will have to go on “stand-by” on their own time for future class dates.

Please click here for an online schedule of upcoming classes or call 858-621-2313 x 203.