Specialists in the preparation and use of big bikes for Rally and Adventure
Rider Coaching
We provide Rider Coaching at three 'Levels' in order to cater for different quantities of experience and confidence.
Days can be booked either as a Private Party (one-2-one or come with friends), or join one of our Open Days when we bring together a group of riders of similar bikes with similar experience who wish to achieve similar goals.
In all cases we like to keep group sizes small and ensure that all those participating are of a similar level. By doing this we can tailor the content to those taking part, making the day the most relevant and the most fun for everyone!
All our rider coaching is carried out on private land in order to ensure the suitability of the terrain and conditions, and to maximise safety. Our rider training is conducted by ACU approved instructors who are also First Aid qualified.
Please see typical content for the three levels below:
Level 1
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How to adjust your bike's controls for off-road riding.
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Optimising the bike's electronic assistance systems.
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How to get on and off your bike on uneven ground.
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Introduction to accelerating and braking.
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Introduction to sitting and standing positions.
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When to sit and when to stand.
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Techniques for picking up a motorcycle.
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How to minimise the possibilities of getting stuck or falling over.
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'Get out of jail for free' turnarounds!!!!
Level 2
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Advanced mounting and dismounting techniques.
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Vision, machine placement, and picking lines.
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Stuck bike recovery techniques.
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Advanced clutch and throttle control.
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Advanced accelerating and braking.
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Seated cornering and standing cornering.
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Dynamic body positioning.​
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Introduction to ruts.
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Introduction to up hills and descents.
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Making use of momentum.
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Skids!!!!
Level 3
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Advanced ruts, including deeper ruts and how to change ruts.
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Advanced up hills and descents, including how to turn on a slope.
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Pre-loading the suspension and lifting the front wheel.
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Obstacles including logs and ditches.
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Riding across off-cambers.
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Whoops.
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Discussion about techniques for crossing rivers.
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How to ride sand (site dependant).
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Whip turns!!!!
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Power slides!!!!
Please note that the above gives indicative content for the three levels. The items covered and the rate of progress is always tailored to those attending on the day. It is generally not possible to cover all the items in a single day, but we will make sure that we address fully those that are a priority to you.
New for 2025 - Level 1.5
At the request of some of our customers we have introduced a new course, Level 1.5.
This is for people who perhaps completed a Level 1 some time ago, or who have not had the opportunity to do much riding since, and would like to quickly recap some of the points covered as well as move forward.
This course will update and prepare such riders ready for moving on to Level 2.
Rider Coaching Prices
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​Private Party - Levels 1 to 3 Rider Coaching:
​For a Private Party, the cost per person varies according to
the number of people attending -
book for a one-2-one or come with friends. ​
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one-2-one - £275
2 riders - £225
3 riders - £195
4 riders - £185
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Open Day - Levels 1 to 3 Rider Coaching:
Or join in with one of our Open Days when it is our responsibility to
bring together riders with similar backgrounds wishing to
achieve similar goals. We aim for 4 riders per Open Day,
with an absolute maximum of 6, but the day will go ahead and
the price is fixed if we do not reach these numbers.
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Fixed at £185
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All Rider Coaching includes land access, ACU qualified instructor,
and insurance.​
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Tea & coffee, cold drinks, and snacks are provided free of charge
on all our courses, all day, and at all our training venues.