This course is designed for novice and beginner riders, offering a five-hour self-paced online course followed by 11 hours of hands-on riding instruction based on the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum.

Is This Course Right for You?

• New to riding? This course covers everything from motorcycle controls to risk management and street strategies.
• Returning rider? If you haven’t ridden in years, this is a great way to refresh your skills.
• Experienced rider? Break bad habits and refine your technique. Consider the Basic RiderCourse 2 - License Waiver (BRC2-LW) for a more advanced option.

What You’ll Learn

• Motorcycle components & controls
• Riding gear & preparation
• Risk management strategies
• Street riding techniques & traffic awareness

Course Completion & Licensing

Graduates receive a Motorcycle Safety Foundation completion certificate and qualify for a Virginia Class "M2" endorsement (motorcycle license).
Learn more about obtaining your Class "M2" endorsement in Virginia and Washington, DC here.

Class Schedule & Format

We offer weekday and weekend classes year-round, with small class sizes (10 students) led by two professional coaches.

Weekday Classes (Approximate times)

• Day 1: Riding 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• Day 2: Riding & Testing 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Weekend Classes (Approximate times)

Morning Classes:

• Day 1: Riding 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
• Day 2: Riding & Testing 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Afternoon Classes:

• Day 1: Riding 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
• Day 2: Riding & Testing 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Online Course Requirement

Each student must complete a five-hour online session before attending the riding portion. Upon completion, students must download and print their certificate and bring it to their first riding session.

Need a More Flexible Option?

If you can’t find a group class that fits your schedule or prefer one-on-one instruction, check out the Individual Basic Rider Course (IBRC) .

Available Classes

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