West Midlands Bikesafe Workshops are an intensive but thoroughly enjoyable one-day format. Workshops are limited to 12 riders per session. Our workshops are open to all types of rider with a full bike licence. The doors open at 8.00am for free tea/coffee and biscuits and the classroom element starts at 8.30am prompt. The day finishes around 3.30pm. We ride in almost any weather except thick fog, ice or snow. Please ensure you have a full tank of fuel and either bring your own packed lunch or funds to buy your own food later in the day.
The workshop then starts with a relaxed classroom session, delivered by one of our professional police trained facilitators. You are positively encouraged to take part and share your experiences and knowledge. With the help of an interactive DVD we will discuss advanced riding skills and techniques based on the police manual of riding (Roadcraft), motorcycle control and some of the common causes of collisions. Tea/Coffee/Biscuits and comfort breaks are provided!!
Lunch (not provided) follows the classroom session and you are then off on your observed ride out with either an Advanced Police Motorcyclist or one of our colleagues from IAM who are kindly assisting us again this year. During the ride out, you will have breaks from riding and your observer will give you advice on how to improve your skills. The ride outs usually last for approximately 3 hours (this includes breaks for debriefs). The day concludes with a full debrief from your observer.
Whilst West Midlands Police are currently unable to deliver BikeSafe in their area, my National Observer Team will periodically run workshops and observed rides within the West Midlands. To help us to better assess local demand, if you would like my administration team to keep you informed of BikeSafe opportunities in this area, please join the waiting list and I will ensure that you are advised when new dates are announced. [join waiting list]
Halesowen Bikesafe
