Safety Training Resources

Professional training programs and certification courses for off-road enthusiasts

ATV/UTV Safety Courses

ASI ATV RiderCourse

Comprehensive hands-on training by the ATV Safety Institute covering vehicle operation, safety techniques, and trail etiquette.

Hands-on Training Certified Instructors All Skill Levels
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UTV Safety Training

Specialized courses for side-by-side vehicles covering unique handling characteristics, rollover prevention, and passenger safety.

Check with local dealers and riding clubs for UTV-specific courses

Motorcycle/Dirt Bike Training

MSF Basic RiderCourse

Motorcycle Safety Foundation's foundational course teaching essential riding skills, traffic strategies, and risk management.

License Preparation Insurance Discounts Equipment Provided
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Off-Road Riding Schools

Specialized dirt bike and adventure riding schools offering terrain-specific training and advanced techniques.

Popular schools: Jimmy Lewis Off-Road Training, Dirt Bike School, ADV courses

First Aid & Emergency Response

Wilderness First Aid

Specialized first aid training for remote locations where professional medical help may be hours away.

Remote Medicine Trauma Care Evacuation Procedures

• NOLS Wilderness Medicine

• Wilderness Medical Associates

• Red Cross Wilderness First Aid

CPR/AED Certification

Essential life-saving skills every rider should know. Certification recommended for group ride leaders.

Available through American Red Cross, AHA, and local training centers

Technical & Mechanical Training

Vehicle Recovery Techniques

Learn winching, towing, and self-recovery techniques to safely extract stuck or disabled vehicles.

Winching Safety Rigging Techniques Equipment Use

Basic Mechanical Skills

Trail-side repair techniques, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting common issues.

Check with local community colleges and technical schools for automotive courses

Training Provider Directory

ATV Safety Institute

Official ATV safety training organization

atvsafety.org →

Motorcycle Safety Foundation

Premier motorcycle training organization

msf-usa.org →

NOLS Wilderness Medicine

Wilderness first aid and medicine courses

nols.edu →

Blue Ribbon Coalition

Education and advocacy for responsible recreation

sharetrails.org →

Tread Lightly!

Ethics and environmental responsibility training

treadlightly.org →

Local Dealers & Clubs

Check with local dealerships and riding clubs

Contact your local area

Recommended Training Checklist

Essential Training (Before First Ride)

Advanced Training (Experienced Riders)

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