Project Ride is an auxiliary cycle training course for teenagers. This twelve hour course is designed to introduce students to various aspects of road use, concentrating on correct and safe procedures for dealing with Bermuda's congested roads. The aim of the course is not only to teach the skills required for safe riding but also to impart an attitude that demonstrates responsibility and caring of other road users.
The topics covered in the course are:
- Basic cycle maintenance
- How to communicate with other road users
- How to read road signs and markings
- The system of cycle control
- Safe positioning and following distances
- Correct braking and acceleration procedures
- How to negotiate corners and junctions
- Roundabouts, skid prevention and overtaking
- Road sense, courtesy and responsibility
- Licensing and insuring a cycle
The course is run on the basis of explanation, demonstration, student practice, and corrective instruction.
Instructors may be contacted directly-
John Barnes-Primarily teaches MSA students: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.;
Shelly Grace -Primarily teaches Warwick Academy students: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.;
Roy Parker-Primarily teaches BHS/Saltus students: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.;
Rachael Robinson & Chris Swan (Partner Independent Instructors) project This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. also see their website "Greeks on Fleek" http: ljwww.swansvrojectride.com
Sarah Robinson -Independent Instructor: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.:
For further assistance, you may contact the Road Safety Officer at the Transport Control Department on 292-1271 x 2 349
