• Learn to ride and get your license!

    We are part of the California Motorcyclist Safety Program and we are certified to teach the CMSP Motorcyclist Training Course.

  • The perfect next step for newer and returning riders

    Improve your skills on your own bike and become a better, safer rider with the Total Control Intermediate Riding Clinic.

  • Take your riding to the top level

    Mastering advanced riding techniques is crucial for safety and should never be postponed. Take our Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic and become the proficient rider you deserve to be.

Motorcycle Riding Courses in Ventura County and the High Desert

Learn to Ride VC

With over 150 years of combined experience, we offer the best motorcycle training in the state of California. Most of our instructors have been riding for 30+ years and all take motorcycle safety to heart. We "live to ride" and strive to share our vast experience with our students. We have classes designed for those who are just learning to ride and we offer advanced classes for the seasoned riders who understand the value of lifelong learning. Learn to Ride VC places a high value on the importance of safety.

We perform regular maintenance on our fleet and our instructors are all trained in motorcycle safety procedures. What does this mean to you as our guest? You will receive the best training available and riding time. The more you ride, the more you learn. The quality of your training experience and your safety is what we are all about. We invite you to join us at Learn to Ride VC for rider training that will stay with you throughout your lifetime.

"I could not be happier that I decided to go to Learn to Ride Vc for this experience. My instructor’s Mark and Jose were amazing— super patient, knowledgeable, and always had a positive attitude. I learned so much and can’t wait to apply it all in real life! 10/10 recommend 😊"
- Gianna Suppa, January 2025
"Very informative. Instructors went above and beyond. Zig and Dutchy on the range were excellent in helping. Highly recommend this course."
- michael tell, November 2022
"I was so impressed with how patient and thorough every instructor at Learn to Ride was. I had zero experience in anything motorcycle related but their in-class and on range sessions made sure I felt comfortable before leaving the course. I would highly highly recommend taking their course if you’ve ever been interested in learning to ride a motorcycle!"
- Sunny Aguilar, August 2025
"I highly recommend the basics course if you're looking to get your motorcycle license. It helped me build fundamental skills and gain confidence safely while getting continuous feedback. The instructors were incredibly helpful, friendly, and knowledgable. Thank you guys for making me a better rider!"
- Shantal Frisbie, April 2024
"My husband and I had an awesome experience with Learn to Ride. They have a perfectly crafter curriculum, in my opinion, that goes through the fundamentals of motorcycle riding and captures the importance and responsibility to comes with operating bikes on the roads. We did the zoom class on Friday evening, and though sitting in a class is no one's idea of an ideal Friday night. Mark, our instructor was great at holding our attention, keeping the class interesting and moving at a good pace..."
- Sarah Smith, August 2025
"My daughter took the course and love it! Although she didn’t pass she learned so much and can’t wait to go back. Braydon & Dutchie brought their A-Game! My daughter will absolutely be going back, as will the rest of the family as they grow and learn. Thank you Learn To Ride!"
- Tiffany Trimble, August 2025
"Can't say enough good things about RIDE VC program. I highly recommend it. It's the best way to hone your skills to stay safe, get a discount on motorcycle insurance, and go about your new found freedom of riding to live, and living to ride."
- Lance Winslow, August 2025

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