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Rider coach preparation course

​Course information

Contact the State Program Administrator at jay.bock@state.mn.us or 651-201-7069 if interested in applying.

The primary objective of the Rider Coach Prep is to train a select grou​p of individuals to teach a Basic Rider Course (BRC).  

  • 9-day course, no charge.
  • Teaching materials are supplied.

Rider coach candidates training topics

  • Classroom teaching techniques.
  • Conduct and overall training range management.
  • Demonstration.
  • Evaluation.
  • Exercise set up.
  • Explanation.
  • Presenting classroom modules.

Candidates are responsible for their own travel, lodging and most meal expenses.

Rider coaches are classified as part-time, temporary employees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and earn $33 an hour. New rider coaches can expect to teach 120 hours per training season.

Eligibility requirements

  • Candidates must be experienced motorcyclists.
  • Riders must have a valid motorcycle endorsement.
  • Applicants must have taken an Intermediate, Advanced or Expert training course within four years of application.

Contact the State Program Administrator at jay.bock@state.mn.us or 651-201-7069 for information.