16 Reviews

Rider's Choice Training

Holiday, Florida
Reviews
Ron Yates
22 Dec 2020
REPORT
Don't use them. The trainer was terrible. He looked at his phone the whole time. He would yell mean things to the riders. I believe the guy was Rick.
Arron Decker
25 May 2018
REPORT
Just took and passed this class (Thurs/Fri). Totally recommend. None of the bad "issues" in other reviews. As an instructor of different government type of classes I can appreciate these guys. Their j... Read More
Just took and passed this class (Thurs/Fri). Totally recommend. None of the bad "issues" in other reviews. As an instructor of different government type of classes I can appreciate these guys. Their job is safety, proficiency and to help you pass the test. Plain and simple. Come in with right attitude, pay attention, do the work, done. They (Rick and Brian) spent time explaining, teaching, demonstrating and correcting - all with out attitude (they don't hold your hand nor sho...uld they ...). The riding portion was organized and planned. The classroom (while hot) was pretty straight forward. All the sob stories of being late and being rejected, did't pass the class having trouble rescheduling, etc... don't be late, once the lesson starts it's a government regulated class, they have to follow the rules. Having to reschedule, (again regulated class), $200 x 10 people = $2,000. Instructor time, lease, insurance, etc, as a business owner don't even know how these guys make money. Weekends are more $, you do the math. This might sound like an endorsement, it's not... but I now have my motorcycle "endorsement" because of these guys. Don't let the other reviews scare you, highly recommend. See More Read Less
George Willis
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
Owner is a friggin' meglamaniac in love with the sound of his own voice. Like being around a dog marking territory. As many other reviewers have testified -- "RUDE +1!"
Patrick Winkelman
26 Feb 2018
REPORT
NEVER BEEN TREATED SO RUDELY - Forget that the instructor was 15 minute late .. when i asked him to use the bathroom he told me that i was told to wait outside and that if i did not like that i coul... Read More
NEVER BEEN TREATED SO RUDELY - Forget that the instructor was 15 minute late .. when i asked him to use the bathroom he told me that i was told to wait outside and that if i did not like that i could leave the class. When i told him i would be glad to wait once i used the bathroom he told me was kicking me out of the class - and told me to leave the class. The State of Florida needs to shut this place down!! Read Less
Jeff n
20 Dec 2017
REPORT
This was very well organized and thorough class. The instructors possess a wealth of knowledge when it comes to motorcycling. I would strongly recommend this school
Kiyla Chandler
8 Nov 2017
REPORT
I had no experience riding, this was my first time ever driving a motorcycle. I learned in two days how to ride & passed my test the first try! The instructor was awesome, he taught us the proper & s... Read More
I had no experience riding, this was my first time ever driving a motorcycle. I learned in two days how to ride & passed my test the first try! The instructor was awesome, he taught us the proper & safe way how to ride. I highly recommend taking this class if you're looking to get your bike endorsement. Read Less
phillip okeeffe
14 Aug 2017
REPORT
A friend and I took the course this past weekend... I am 45 and have been riding motorcycles since I was 10... I learned some things. The instructors were awesome and very informative..they weren't ha... Read More
A friend and I took the course this past weekend... I am 45 and have been riding motorcycles since I was 10... I learned some things. The instructors were awesome and very informative..they weren't hard asses. They were full of good information.. and I did some things on a motorcycle I haven't had to do before... they genuinely want you to be safe... And I will be... their philosophy is pretty cool... Read Less
Bob Reidy
2 Aug 2017
REPORT
excellent course. license long lapsed, had to get a new one at 61. Highly recommend
JB Sims
31 Jul 2017
REPORT
Awesome experience for both my son and I. Great safety tips and excellent riding education with real world tactics used and explanation of such to help you keep safe on the road. A must if you are g... Read More
Awesome experience for both my son and I. Great safety tips and excellent riding education with real world tactics used and explanation of such to help you keep safe on the road. A must if you are going to ride. Read Less
Michael Smith
10 Jul 2017
REPORT
This is my second review- ever. I do not typically write reviews but this was necessary due to the bad reviews I have seen. Took my classes this past weekend (the 8th and 9th) to get my endorsement. T... Read More
This is my second review- ever. I do not typically write reviews but this was necessary due to the bad reviews I have seen. Took my classes this past weekend (the 8th and 9th) to get my endorsement. This place gets way too many bad reviews. I understand that these reviews are based on individual experiences, but I also know that some people are just never happy. With that said, my experience with this place, with the trainers was absolutely great. Both of our trainers were seasoned riders who were extremely knowledgeable, very personable, great communicators and had an abundance of patience.We had a class of eleven people, over half of whom had never ridden a motorcycle before. The trainers took the time to explain (repeatedly when necessary) exactly what the objective of the particular skills test was, and explained in detail exactly how to do it (again, repeatedly when necessary). They never showed any frustration, they were always professional, and they always made sure everyone understood before moving on. I would recommend this business to anyone- whether you're experienced and just need your card for endorsement, or whether you're brand new to riding and want to learn how. Frank and Brian you guys rock. Thanks. Read Less
Carole Cox
4 Jul 2017
REPORT
They are very thorough. They teach you how to ride the bike but there is so much more that you learn. When you are done you are ready to be on the highway cruising. I recommend this class 99.9%.
Tim Sherry
19 Jun 2017
REPORT
Great educational training experience. Instructors made the training fun with no pressure. I recommend Rider's Choice to anyone who is interested in learning how to ride safe.
Darlene G.
30 Dec 2016
REPORT
I'd like to say I passed the class and so did everyone in my class. There were 3 instructors. One was very nice, firm, but encouraging. He treated you like you were a costumer, he wanted to be sure yo... Read More
I'd like to say I passed the class and so did everyone in my class. There were 3 instructors. One was very nice, firm, but encouraging. He treated you like you were a costumer, he wanted to be sure you learned and understood what he was teaching you. I want to give him a big thank you. He knows who he is. The second instructor was nice, he made you feel human, got on to you when you did wrong, which I appreciate, so, to him, I would like to say thank you. The THIRD instructor, well, I have taken many classes in my life and this was the worse learning experience I have ever had. It is one thing to be harsh when you are teaching something as important as how to be safe on a motorcycle. Being just plain RUDE, NASTY, and saying very NEGATIVE things about the class, other instructors, other places that do the same training, as well as Harley riders, all while tooting his own horn, is not professional. I don't think many people pay $$$ to deliberately not follow instructions, most are there to learn. I'm not just giving my opinion, I can tell you most of the people in my class felt the same about him by the remarks that were made. I would NEVER recommend this Riders Choice Training to anyone. Also I'd like to know why the other negative remarks about this company are not showing up here, as I had seen them earlier? Read Less
E R.
15 Dec 2015
REPORT
Worst place to try to learn how to ride a motorcycle. My wife was wanting to get her endorsement, so she can ride with myself and friends and Rick the owner attacked and degraded her for a day and a h... Read More
Worst place to try to learn how to ride a motorcycle. My wife was wanting to get her endorsement, so she can ride with myself and friends and Rick the owner attacked and degraded her for a day and a half, to the point where she told him to go "F" himself and he can stick his motorcycles class up his ass! Now he has her scared of her motorcycle and she doesn't want to get her endorsement any longer. I went to speak with him and got nowhere while he over spoke me the entire time. They should have just done what my wife paid for and taught her how to ride a motorcycle, but instead they concerned themselves with what she was looking to ride, telling her over and over that she wouldn't be able to handle it and because she wouldn't do what he wanted because she wasn't ready, he told her that she has no business riding a motorcycle! What kind of learning class is that?!? This is a big guy and he felt it was cool to talk down on a 5'5" girl... instead of teaching her how to ride correctly and safely.There are allot of bad reviews on Rick's attitude and if I can stop anyone from making the mistake my wife did... I would not suggest trying to save a few bucks and go take a course where they actually teach a person how to ride. His teaching methods are abusive and reckless! Read Less
Randy H.
1 Dec 2014
REPORT
I have been riding for years and thought I knew it all and found out how much I didn't, great place to learn basic skills. They work to make sure you get it. I came away a safer rider.
Eric S.
27 Oct 2014
REPORT
Suprisingly calm for some of the students lack of being able to follow simple directions.  Very easy to ask questions... quick to point out faults with corrections.  Very knowledgable.
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Rider's Choice Training

Holiday, Florida
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1112 US Hwy 19 Holiday Florida 34691
Holiday Florida 34691
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Saturday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Sunday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Ron Yates
22 Dec 2020
REPORT
Don't use them. The trainer was terrible. He looked at his phone the whole time. He would yell mean things to the riders. I believe the guy was Rick.
Arron Decker
25 May 2018
REPORT
Just took and passed this class (Thurs/Fri). Totally recommend. None of the bad "issues" in other reviews. As an instructor of different government type of classes I can appreciate these guys. Their j... Read More
Just took and passed this class (Thurs/Fri). Totally recommend. None of the bad "issues" in other reviews. As an instructor of different government type of classes I can appreciate these guys. Their job is safety, proficiency and to help you pass the test. Plain and simple. Come in with right attitude, pay attention, do the work, done. They (Rick and Brian) spent time explaining, teaching, demonstrating and correcting - all with out attitude (they don't hold your hand nor sho...uld they ...). The riding portion was organized and planned. The classroom (while hot) was pretty straight forward. All the sob stories of being late and being rejected, did't pass the class having trouble rescheduling, etc... don't be late, once the lesson starts it's a government regulated class, they have to follow the rules. Having to reschedule, (again regulated class), $200 x 10 people = $2,000. Instructor time, lease, insurance, etc, as a business owner don't even know how these guys make money. Weekends are more $, you do the math. This might sound like an endorsement, it's not... but I now have my motorcycle "endorsement" because of these guys. Don't let the other reviews scare you, highly recommend. See More Read Less
George Willis
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
Owner is a friggin' meglamaniac in love with the sound of his own voice. Like being around a dog marking territory. As many other reviewers have testified -- "RUDE +1!"
Patrick Winkelman
26 Feb 2018
REPORT
NEVER BEEN TREATED SO RUDELY - Forget that the instructor was 15 minute late .. when i asked him to use the bathroom he told me that i was told to wait outside and that if i did not like that i coul... Read More
NEVER BEEN TREATED SO RUDELY - Forget that the instructor was 15 minute late .. when i asked him to use the bathroom he told me that i was told to wait outside and that if i did not like that i could leave the class. When i told him i would be glad to wait once i used the bathroom he told me was kicking me out of the class - and told me to leave the class. The State of Florida needs to shut this place down!! Read Less
Jeff n
20 Dec 2017
REPORT
This was very well organized and thorough class. The instructors possess a wealth of knowledge when it comes to motorcycling. I would strongly recommend this school
Kiyla Chandler
8 Nov 2017
REPORT
I had no experience riding, this was my first time ever driving a motorcycle. I learned in two days how to ride & passed my test the first try! The instructor was awesome, he taught us the proper & s... Read More
I had no experience riding, this was my first time ever driving a motorcycle. I learned in two days how to ride & passed my test the first try! The instructor was awesome, he taught us the proper & safe way how to ride. I highly recommend taking this class if you're looking to get your bike endorsement. Read Less
phillip okeeffe
14 Aug 2017
REPORT
A friend and I took the course this past weekend... I am 45 and have been riding motorcycles since I was 10... I learned some things. The instructors were awesome and very informative..they weren't ha... Read More
A friend and I took the course this past weekend... I am 45 and have been riding motorcycles since I was 10... I learned some things. The instructors were awesome and very informative..they weren't hard asses. They were full of good information.. and I did some things on a motorcycle I haven't had to do before... they genuinely want you to be safe... And I will be... their philosophy is pretty cool... Read Less
Bob Reidy
2 Aug 2017
REPORT
excellent course. license long lapsed, had to get a new one at 61. Highly recommend
JB Sims
31 Jul 2017
REPORT
Awesome experience for both my son and I. Great safety tips and excellent riding education with real world tactics used and explanation of such to help you keep safe on the road. A must if you are g... Read More
Awesome experience for both my son and I. Great safety tips and excellent riding education with real world tactics used and explanation of such to help you keep safe on the road. A must if you are going to ride. Read Less
Michael Smith
10 Jul 2017
REPORT
This is my second review- ever. I do not typically write reviews but this was necessary due to the bad reviews I have seen. Took my classes this past weekend (the 8th and 9th) to get my endorsement. T... Read More
This is my second review- ever. I do not typically write reviews but this was necessary due to the bad reviews I have seen. Took my classes this past weekend (the 8th and 9th) to get my endorsement. This place gets way too many bad reviews. I understand that these reviews are based on individual experiences, but I also know that some people are just never happy. With that said, my experience with this place, with the trainers was absolutely great. Both of our trainers were seasoned riders who were extremely knowledgeable, very personable, great communicators and had an abundance of patience.We had a class of eleven people, over half of whom had never ridden a motorcycle before. The trainers took the time to explain (repeatedly when necessary) exactly what the objective of the particular skills test was, and explained in detail exactly how to do it (again, repeatedly when necessary). They never showed any frustration, they were always professional, and they always made sure everyone understood before moving on. I would recommend this business to anyone- whether you're experienced and just need your card for endorsement, or whether you're brand new to riding and want to learn how. Frank and Brian you guys rock. Thanks. Read Less
Carole Cox
4 Jul 2017
REPORT
They are very thorough. They teach you how to ride the bike but there is so much more that you learn. When you are done you are ready to be on the highway cruising. I recommend this class 99.9%.
Tim Sherry
19 Jun 2017
REPORT
Great educational training experience. Instructors made the training fun with no pressure. I recommend Rider's Choice to anyone who is interested in learning how to ride safe.
Darlene G.
30 Dec 2016
REPORT
I'd like to say I passed the class and so did everyone in my class. There were 3 instructors. One was very nice, firm, but encouraging. He treated you like you were a costumer, he wanted to be sure yo... Read More
I'd like to say I passed the class and so did everyone in my class. There were 3 instructors. One was very nice, firm, but encouraging. He treated you like you were a costumer, he wanted to be sure you learned and understood what he was teaching you. I want to give him a big thank you. He knows who he is. The second instructor was nice, he made you feel human, got on to you when you did wrong, which I appreciate, so, to him, I would like to say thank you. The THIRD instructor, well, I have taken many classes in my life and this was the worse learning experience I have ever had. It is one thing to be harsh when you are teaching something as important as how to be safe on a motorcycle. Being just plain RUDE, NASTY, and saying very NEGATIVE things about the class, other instructors, other places that do the same training, as well as Harley riders, all while tooting his own horn, is not professional. I don't think many people pay $$$ to deliberately not follow instructions, most are there to learn. I'm not just giving my opinion, I can tell you most of the people in my class felt the same about him by the remarks that were made. I would NEVER recommend this Riders Choice Training to anyone. Also I'd like to know why the other negative remarks about this company are not showing up here, as I had seen them earlier? Read Less
E R.
15 Dec 2015
REPORT
Worst place to try to learn how to ride a motorcycle. My wife was wanting to get her endorsement, so she can ride with myself and friends and Rick the owner attacked and degraded her for a day and a h... Read More
Worst place to try to learn how to ride a motorcycle. My wife was wanting to get her endorsement, so she can ride with myself and friends and Rick the owner attacked and degraded her for a day and a half, to the point where she told him to go "F" himself and he can stick his motorcycles class up his ass! Now he has her scared of her motorcycle and she doesn't want to get her endorsement any longer. I went to speak with him and got nowhere while he over spoke me the entire time. They should have just done what my wife paid for and taught her how to ride a motorcycle, but instead they concerned themselves with what she was looking to ride, telling her over and over that she wouldn't be able to handle it and because she wouldn't do what he wanted because she wasn't ready, he told her that she has no business riding a motorcycle! What kind of learning class is that?!? This is a big guy and he felt it was cool to talk down on a 5'5" girl... instead of teaching her how to ride correctly and safely.There are allot of bad reviews on Rick's attitude and if I can stop anyone from making the mistake my wife did... I would not suggest trying to save a few bucks and go take a course where they actually teach a person how to ride. His teaching methods are abusive and reckless! Read Less
Randy H.
1 Dec 2014
REPORT
I have been riding for years and thought I knew it all and found out how much I didn't, great place to learn basic skills. They work to make sure you get it. I came away a safer rider.
Eric S.
27 Oct 2014
REPORT
Suprisingly calm for some of the students lack of being able to follow simple directions.  Very easy to ask questions... quick to point out faults with corrections.  Very knowledgable.
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