Canada Safety Council ATV RiderCourse
10 Reasons Every ATVer Should Take This Course
- An ATV is not a toy. Today’s ATVs are powerful and are heavy enough to injure any rider. RiderCourse drills will help you stay on 4 wheels and learn how to avoid potential injuries.
- If you are new to the sport, your dealer will help you to become familiar with your new quad, but they can’t be expected to introduce you to the typical terrain you will encounter in your travels. Our training is conducted where there’s a wide variety of terrain so you get more riding experience.
- We believe most students learn by doing. You'll get lots of practice.
- The RiderCourse agenda will expose you to more "situations" than you will likely encounter in your lifetime. – and you'll discover new skills you can use every day.
- You will be encouraged to “ride at your own level” during drills. Individual feedback ensures improved riding performance. Experienced riders learn new tricks too!
- Getting stranded on an ATV is no picnic when you are miles from nowhere. By simply changing how you prepare for a day’s ride, you can reduce the risk of your of treks into the wilderness.
- Local ATV laws differ from area to area. You will understand the precautions you can take to elude tickets and keep the public happy wherever you enjoy riding.
- Participants are provided with a certificate and are registered with the Canada Safety Council. So, when the insurance company or employer asks if you’ve had formal rider training, you can say YES and prove it!
- Class sizes are limited to a maximum of only 8 participants and are usually conducted by an Instructor AND an Assistant. You will practice more and receive more feedback about your riding.
- Our final exercise of the day is the scenic and challenging trail ride. You'll see why so many people are ATVing. This is FUN and we'll keep you smiling all day long!
ATV RiderCourse
The ATV RideCourse is full-day program that provides a fun and structured way to learn and practise proper ATV operation. Performing exercises in a controlled environment and knowing how to prepare for more difficult terrain are the best ways to ensure a safe and enjoyable outing. Course materials are provided and successful candidates are registered with the Canada Safety Council as well as provided with a completion certificate. Prices start at $100 per rider.
Youth Courses Available
ATV RiderCourses are also available for youths aged 6 to 15 whose parents specifically permit them to ride ATVs.
The vehicle must be the proper size for the participant as per ATV industry safety standards. For youths aged 6 to 11 a maximum of 4 participants is permitted, ages 12 to 15 allows for 6 students and adult courses accommodate a maximum of 8 participants.
Smaller class sizes allow for deeper skills development. At younger ages, the parent or legal guardian must be present at all times during the event.
We also offer private, semi-private and group lessons for youths and adults. Fell free to ask for training on a date that suits your schedule.
Course Locations
Thanks to the support of Prince Edward County Council (the County) http://www.pec.on.ca/, most courses are now held just outside of beautiful Picton, Ontario in a municipal quarry. We are proud to offer amazing terrain and a scenic trail ride not found elsewhere. The Picton area is a very popular for tourists, well known for local wineries and site seeing and a widen array of accommodations for those wanting to stay a day or two with us.Generally, all courses are conducted within 30 minutes travel of Belleville to the east or south.
Other suitable locations will be considered based on demand.
To book a course call:
Courses are administered by Steve Baldwin of the Napanee & District ATV Club:
Office 613-354-5202
e-mail