Becoming a MSF Riding Coach Part 1

Not sure how many parts this might be since I have not yet been accepted. It is my understanding there are over 30 applicants to TEAM AZ for their 12 openings. I have tried to do everything I can to properly put myself in contention for one of those 12 spots. I have secured the days off needed for the two 4 day training sessions, replied to all emails promptly and professionally. I received the application today, filled it out and took it immediately to the post office as the post-it note on the application said " Need this back ASAP for consideration".

I've been riding sport bikes for 28 years I've learned the hard way about how to ride the corners with 3 accidents in the mountains, I've also learned the easy way by taking a Keith Code Superbike School class in 1982, reading books by Keith Code, Lee Parks, Reg Pridmore, Nick Ienatsch. During my daily commutes to work I try to work on my riding skills. I even think you can learn some things by watching the professional roadracers on TV or DVD. Learning how to ride smooooooth is the key to riding well.

The reason I want to be a Riding Coach is riding a motorcycle "safely" is not something that comes easy, you have to work at it to become good. People need to understand that there is considerably more concentration and involvement needed to ride a motorcycle than to drive a car. Additionally, to ride safely, maintenance of one's motorcycle is extremely important along with wearing the proper safety gear.

I enjoy riding motorcycles and helping people. I am involved in training and educating people in my present position and those I teach say I am a good teacher, as I don't just answer their question, I provide the details so they understand the concept. I can present the same information in different ways to connect with different individuals to ensure they understand. I also listen to them and try to read their expressions which can tell you things they might not want to say.

Once I become a properly trained and certified instruction it will offer me the opportunity to help a wider audience and it will give me the opportunity to be a better rider. 

So from here, the next step is to wait until I hear, if accepted the first training is April 22nd - 25th. So hopefully part 2 will be about that experience.