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SOUTH WEST

THE ROAD SAFETY PARTNERHSIP WORKING HARD TO REDUCE FATAL & SERIOUS COLLISIONS IN DEVON & CORNWALL

At Vision Zero South West we know how important ongoing training is for all road users. This section is designed to showcase all the training courses and development opportunities available through our partners and other providers in a single, easy-to-access space.

You can filter the courses by road user type or browse the list in full. If there is a training or development course you would like to see added to this section, please contact us with the details on vzsw@cornwall.gov.uk

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RoSPA Advanced Motorcycle Training

Organiser:

RoSPA affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

What Is It?

RoSPA’s four day advanced motorcycle training course instructs riders in the theory and practice of safe systems of deliberate, responsible and exemplary riding, as well as preparing riders for RoSPA’s nationally recognised Advanced Motorcycle Test. For costs, offers and further details, please check with each group.

Target Audience

All bikers

Course Price

FREE
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IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Course

Organiser:

IAM affiliated groups across Devon & Cornwall

What Is It?

The Advanced Rider course provides motorcyclists additional knowledge and skills to make on-road experiences safer and more fulfilling. Please note that below pricing is approximate for the full course, but it’s worth checking with each group.

Target Audience

All bikers

Course Price

£175
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Biker Down

Organiser:

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service | Cornwall Council

What Is It?

Biker Down training teaches motorcyclists life-saving skills to keep you and other motorcyclists safe on the roads, including emergency first aid. Further information about this training can be found here: https://bikerdown.co.uk/about/.

Target Audience

All bikers

Course Price

FREE
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Bike Safe

Organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police

What Is It?

Day-long advanced riding course with professional police motorcyclists. The morning classroom session looks at techniques and Roadcraft, while the afternoon session takes the form of an observed ride out.

Target Audience

125cc+ riders

Course Price

£65.00
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Streets Ahead

Organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police (with IAM RoadSmart & RoSPA)

What Is It?

A free observed ride with an experienced motorcyclist from IAM RoadSmart, RoSPA or Devon & Cornwall Police. This gives the rider an opportunity for advanced feedback on their riding and how it can be improved.

Target Audience

New Bike Owners

Course Price

FREE
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Street Wise

Organiser:

Devon & Cornwall Police | Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

What Is It?

Post-CBT motorbike training for young riders. An hour-long input for college-aged riders. Classroom input around hazard perception, correct PPE and motorcycle maintenance. It can also include training on our motorcycle road safety simulator.

Target Audience

16+

Course Price

FREE
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Ride Free

Organiser:

Cornwall Council

What Is It?

Pre-CBT motorbike training delivered in five e-learning modules. Covers practical advice, hazard perception and how to deal with other road users.

Target Audience

16+

Course Price

FREE