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Course Description

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) RiderCoach Preparation Course is designed to prepare a well-skilled, safety-motivated motorcyclist to become a MSF Certified RiderCoach. The primary objective of the certification course is to prepare students to conduct The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF Basic RiderCourse as well as other specialized courses and modules of The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Rider Education and Training System (MSF RETS). The course consists of both classroom and practical range training, practice coaching, administration, assessment, emergency procedures, and evaluation techniques. The MSF RETS is based upon the principles of adult learning. Participants will receive training on how to conduct training in an adult learning environment.

This course will be taking place on the Island of Hawaii.  The first 6 days of the course will be in Hilo, HI and the final 2 days of the class will be held in Kailua Kona.  Exact locations listed below.  The course will begin in the Hilo Classroom location. 

Hilo Classroom: Central Christian Church, 109 Haili St, Hilo, HI

Hilo Motorcycle Range: 323 Manono St, Hilo, HI (Behind the Civid Auditorium)

Kona Motorcyle Range: 75-5560 Kuakini Hwy, Kailua Kona, HI (Old Kona Airport)

Learner Outcomes

  • A RiderCoach Preparation Course (RCP) is a set of activities designed to prepare a well-skilled, safety-motivated motorcyclist for becoming nationally certified as a Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach.  
  • The primary objective of the RCP is to prepare motorcyclists to conduct the Basic RiderCourse curriculum.  Beyond this primary objective, successful RiderCoaches should have the skills to be able to conduct other specialized courses and programs in the MSF RiderEducation and Training System (MSF RETS).
  • RiderCoach Candidates must meet the MSF minimum criteria through formal knowledge and skill assessments.  Attendance is required for all formal classroom and range sessions.

Notes

Motorcycle program contact information:

Email:  mtrcycle@hawaii.edu

Phone:  (808) 454-4746

Registration assistance:

Email:  workdev@hawaii.edu

Phone:  (808) 455-0477

Fax:  (808) 453-6730

Prerequisites

Requirements to become a Hawaii RiderCoach include (may not be an exhaustive list):

  1. Completion of the RiderCourse® RiderCoach Preparation Candidate Application (email mtrcycle@hawaii.edu for application)
  2. Licensed, experienced motorcycle operator with a minimum of 2 years riding experience
  3. High School diploma or equivalent
  4. 18 years of age minimum
  5. Driving record with no more than 3 moving violations, no alcohol related traffic violations, and no driver's license suspension, revocation, or denial within the three years preceding the date of application to become a coach.  Will need to submit a recent traffic abstract along with the RiderCoach Preparation Application. 
  6. Graduate of a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course (BRC, BRC2, or ARC)
  7. You will be expected to be a role model for Hawaii motorcyclists, and as such, will be expected to wear the proper gear, to include a DOT helmet, eye protection, sturdy over the ankle footwear, long pants of durable material, long sleeved shirt or jacket and full fingered gloves; ANYTIME that you ride a motorcycle.
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Type
In-Person
Days
Sa, Su, M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Oct 24, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026
Type
In-Person
Days
Sa, Su
Time
7:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Oct 31, 2026 to Nov 01, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
83.0
Location
  • Non-Campus
Delivery Options
In-person (Hawaii Island)  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $1,000.00

Section Notes



Students/Candidates who are interested in this course must complete the MSF RiderCoach Preparation Application and submit it to mtrcycle@hawaii.edu. 
Candidates will be notified by the Program Coordinator when the MSF RiderCoach Preparation Application has been approved. Failure to complete your application and receive formal acceptance into the program will result in course cancellation and tuition refund.
 
Candidates will need to complete and submit pre course work by the evening of 10/16/26.  Materials and instructions will be provided by Instructor following your  registration and acceptance. (1) 5-hour MSF BRC E-Course, and (2) RCP Pre Course Assignment.
 
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