RideSmart-uk

Rich was super helpful in correcting my riding skills, very precise feedback on improvements and when I did good he was quick to finish my session early and gave me some refund aswell. Very professional and friendly character. Would highly recommend.

I took a one-on-one DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme training course with Steve from RideSmart-UK. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and I feel a gained a great deal from it. I have recommended this course to my mates.

I had a one-on-one DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme training course with RideSmart which turned out to be a truly fantastic learning experience! Probably one of the best “motorcycle riding investments” – in terms of time and money – I have ever made! Rich, my instructor was very experienced, kind and highly professional After an initial assessment he gave me some constructive and positive feedback as well as “life-saving” advice on how I could not only improve my riding style but make it much-much safer! After the short discussion I followed Rich who showed me in action how I can eliminate my weaknesses and enhance my riding skills. Finally, I had to implement everything I had learnt by leading the way whilst Rich was guiding me through the two way intercom. Overall, the day course was an amazing learning opportunity which could be highly beneficial for any rider whether one is newly qualified or has been the roads for decades. I cannot recommend RideSmart and above all Rich highly enough! Thank you so much for teaching me.

I wanted to return to bikes after a 20+ year break, and understandably my wife was more than a little concerned. We both agreed it made sense to take it easy with my first ‘familiarisation rides’ within a few miles of home, then enlist a watchful eye providing feedback on my riding habits, and then practice improvement towards Advanced level. RideSmarts Back to Riding course immediately appealed and I completed the on-line enquiry form. I was very quickly contacted by Steve who asked about my experience and goals and was very helpful in suggesting his colleague Rich may be more convenient as I wanted to get underway asap. Rich being based in Kidlington was more convenient, and so messages and calls were exchanged and a date set for the Back to Riding course. I have to say communications from both were excellent, leading to us meeting up for face to face introductions and getting underway. Rich was very calm and professional in explaining what he would be doing- letting me ride as normal but taking directions from him via the supplied intercom. This was really helpful as Rich knew all the local roads and told me in plenty of time when and where to turn etc. We stopped after an hour or so and I got some great feedback to think about- years of driving in cars takes a while to adapt from in terms of giving myself space and a 2 second gap. I then followed Rich who gave me running commentary on why/where he positioned before we swapped over again. My second ride felt far smoother having adopted lots of helpful tips and I’m so pleased I booked with RideSmart. I cannot recommend these few hours enough for somebody returning to biking. Both myself and my wife are far more confident with me being on the road again. My thanks to Rich for his patience and professionalism.

I recently took a Back to Biking class and had an absolutely fantastic experience! It was really great to be back on the bike, and the class was exactly what I needed to regain my confidence. Rich was a fantastic instructor — extremely knowledgeable and incredibly patient with me. His clear instructions and supportive attitude settled my nerves and by the end of the session I felt far more confident on the bike. Highly recommended to anyone looking to brush up on their riding skills!

I would highly recommend this course to all riders at any level of experience. The course was structured really well and everything was explained clearly. Our instructor Rich was excellent, keeping the ride relaxed and free from the stress of feeling like you’re being judged, whilst still providing plenty of helpful feedback and tips to improve. I feel much more confident as a rider having taken this course ahead of my full A license test.

Rich was really really great. Atmosphere was relaxed, yet came away with a huge number of tips. Well worth doing!