Go Motorcycling, Inc. and NYSMSP are always looking for experienced, qualified motorcyclists to become Motorcycle Safety Foundation Certified RiderCoaches to support our growing Rider Education program.

RiderCoaches are the backbone of the RiderCourse training system, and becoming certified involves a high level of commitment and motivation, and should not be entered into casually. Keep reading to learn more about this exciting training process.

About the Training 
Completing an intensive 7-10 day RiderCoach Preparation Course is  
one of the main requirements for becoming a RiderCoach.

During the RCP you’ll learn how to teach the BRC curriculum. You’ll practice teaching in the classroom. You’ll learn how to manage the range exercises  
and how to evaluate and coach students as they develop their riding skills.

When the training portion of the RCP is completed, you will take a knowledge test. You must pass the test in order to continue in the course. You will also  
be required to pass a riding skills test. It is the same test administered in the BRC; however, the passing criteria are higher for RiderCoach Candidates.

The course culminates in a practical exam where you and your classmates  
will teach the BRC to a group of novice riders. Successful completion of this student teaching is your final requirement to qualify for MSF RiderCoach certification.

In order to teach at NYS Licensed Driving School Sites (such as Go Motorcycling, Inc.), MSF Certified RiderCoaches will also have to take a  
DMV Instructor Test and Road Test to receive their NYS Driving School Instructor License.

Still Interested? 
Prior to your RiderCourse, you will interviewed by training site and MANYS representatives; you will be required to participate as a student in a BRC (so that we may assess your skills, and you may assess your interest level), and you will be required to make three separate range visits to “shadow” RiderCoaches sa they conduct the BRC.  A written pre-course assignment is distributed a few weeks before the start of your Coach Prep to assist you in becoming familiar with the course materials and structure of the BRC.

Let’s See If You’re Qualified… 
The following prerequisites are a combination of MSF and NYS DMV requirements to be considered for enrollment in a RiderCoach Prep: 

• You must be sponsored by a NYSMSP training site and have them submit your application to the MSF
• You should be a licensed motorcyclist who rides on a frequent routine basis.  You should have several years of varied riding experience.
• As a teacher, you need good communication skills.
• You must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years, and a motorcycle endorsement for at least 2 years.
• You must be at least 21 years of age at the start of your RiderCoach Prep.
• You must have had no driver’s license suspension or revocation within the 5 years prior to becoming a RiderCoach (with the exception of an indefinite suspension which can be terminated by the performance  
  of an act by the licensee) and no alcohol related driving conviction  
  within the seven years prior to becoming a RiderCoach.
• You must have a high school or equivalency diploma.
• You must have not been convicted of a felony or crime involving dishonesty, degeneracy, moral turpitude, deceit, or fraud, including but not limited to theft, forgery, making false written statements, rape, perjury, fraud or bribery.
• You must be physically competent and capable to conduct classroom and on-cycle instruction, including technically correct riding demonstrations.

Still With Us?  
Phew! If that seems like a lot of work, you’re right! Getting certified to teach  
the RiderCourse Curriculum takes a big commitment of your time, mental  
and physical energy maybe some money (There is no charge for the course tuition, but you will be responsible for  your own travel expenses.) There’s a
big payout at the back end, though; teaching RiderCourses is about as much fun as you can have (besides riding, of course!) and extremely rewarding.
And you get paid! Not enough to get rich, but enough to make it worth your while

So, if you’re ready to make a commitment to have fun, promote safer motorcycling and earn some extra income, you might be interested in joining our team. Give me a call - I look forward to hearing from you!

Lynne Vandewater 
President, Go Motorcycling, Inc. 
RiderCoach Trainer  

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