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Motorcycle Rider ClassesNOTICE: Beginning July 1, 2008, the State of Florida will require ALL people wanting a motorcycle endorcement must complete the Basic Rider Course (BRC). After successful completion of the BRC, you will be able to go to the Department of Motor Vehicle the next business day to obtain the motorcycle license. We offer the Basic Rider Course at both the Bradenton and Venice campuses. Florida law requires all motorcycle riders to have a motorcycle endorsement on their driver license. First-time applicants seeking a motorcycle endorsement are required to successfully complete the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Florida Rider Training Program Basic Rider Course (BRC). MCC offers the BRC and First Run course at MCC Bradenton and MCC Venice. An Experienced Rider Course (ERC) also is offered at MCC Bradenton. During riding sessions students are required to wear the following protective gear: Students not wearing appropriate protective gear will not be allowed to participate in the riding portion of the course. Class format: Classes begin promptly at the designated times Thursday, 6 - 9:30 p.m. (classroom) Saturday, 6:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (range) and 1 - 5 p.m. (classroom) First Run - This three-hour riding course is recommended for first-time riders and should be taken before the Basic Rider Course. The beginning rider will have an opportunity to become familiar with and more comfortable with a motorcycle. Class exercises will include starting and stopping, shifting and stopping, and using the friction zone. The class is taught by a nationally certified Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Coach. Class size is limited to six students. Fee: $55 Venice First Run schedule:For more information or to register, call 941-408-1412 Bradenton First Run schedule:Saturday: September 27, Sunday: September 28, Saturday: October 25, Sunday: October 26, Saturday: November 22, Sunday: November 23, 2-5pm. To register, call 941-752-5203 Scooter School is coming soon!Scooter School - A four-hour safety class on your scooter. You are required to complete the Basic Rider Course and earn a Florida motorcycle license before attending the Scooter School. This class is taught by a national certified Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Coach. Class size is limited to six students. Fee: $65 Basic Rider Course (BRC) - includes basic motorcycle operations, effective braking techniques, turning skills, obstacle avoidance maneuvers and safe street riding strategies. Course consists of both classroom and range practice. Instructors are certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). Motorcycles are furnished by Hap's, Granny's, and Action Kawasaki. A waiver must be signed by all class participants. Students under 18 must present a waiver signed by parent or guardian prior to the first riding session. Class is taught each weekend at both locations, with the exception of college closings. NEW! The MCC Venice Campus has opened the BRC to a morning class - 4 days a week! Experienced Rider Course (ERC) - is an eight hour course for riders who have rode for a year or more, already own and operate motorcycles and know motorcycle handling techniques. Classroom discussions are combined with riding activities on your personally owned motorcycles on Saturday or Sunday, 6:45am to 5:30pm. For this course, students must use their own bikes, must have a MRC endorsement (motorcycle license) and show proof of insurance. Without this, students will not be allowed into the course. Bikes will be inspected for safety. Motorcycle Endorcement is not given out with this class. Classes are held: MCC Venice, 8000 South Tamiami Trail Bldg. 800 941-408-1412
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3/4 or full coverage helmet and protective eyewear