Direct Rider Training

Direct Rider Training, Link Centre, , Swindon, SN5 7DL

About Direct Rider Training

Based in Swindon, Direct Rider Training is a professional motorcycle training school based at the Link Centre. The school has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality training, with the majority of its students completing their training the first time.

Direct Rider Training has a team of experienced and qualified instructors who provide high-quality training to their students. The instructors are friendly, patient, and approachable, and they use a range of teaching techniques to ensure that each student receives the best possible training.

Direct Rider Training has a cosy indoor classroom within which you'll undertake the theory element of your CBT training, before heading out to the training pad. The school has a large off-road training pad, as well as access to a variety of roads, which provide the perfect setting for training. The school provides a range of motorcycles for their students to use, including 125cc and 600cc bikes, depending on the course being taken.

We always recommend that you bring your own motorcycle helmet jacket and gloves for your own comfort and safety, knowing that your motorcycle gear fits well will keep you safe and free of distractions, currently at this location the school cannot provide these for you.

5 minutes from Junction 16 on the M4 and with free parking, this training school is perfect for riders in and around Swindon looking for motorcycle training. If you're using public transport, Swindon station is the closest to the site. You can catch a bus from the station to the site, or alternatively, it's a 45-minute journey when walking. The school has a cafe onsite should you forget your lunch on the day, but we'd always recommend bringing plenty of snacks and drinks to keep yourself fuelled for your training-filled day!

With its convenient location, passionate team of instructors and top-notch training, Direct Rider Training is highly recommended by us!

FACILITIES

Bike Hire: True

Helmet Hire: False

Gloves and jackets Included: False

On site Cafe: True

On Site cafe: True

Indoor Classroom: True

LOCATION

Direct Rider Training, Link Centre, , Swindon, SN5 7DL

101 REVIEWS

Natasha Williams
5
Me and my son have passed our cbt with direct rider training. Alex was absolutely amazing ! very professional ! And put me at ease Thank you so much ! A great experience really enjoyed the ride today thank you once again ! Would definitely be back to do my full license with you ! Would recommend 100%
Santosh Gurung
5
I had the privilege of learning from Alex, an outstanding instructor. His patient and encouraging approach made every lesson enjoyable. Alex’s expertise and attention to detail helped me build confidence and master essential riding skills. I passed both mod 1 and mod 2 at first go. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking top-notch motorcycle training. Thank you, Alex, and the entire Direct Rider Training team, for an exceptional experience. I’m now a confident and safe rider, all thanks to your guidance!
Rio Seville
5
I recently passed my CBT. I would highly recommend Direct Rider Training. Adam was patient, very informative, and safety was paramount for him and his riders. Both Adam & Alex are fantastic blokes, I can't thank them enough. If you want to learn to ride safely, and with excellent teachers then pick Direct Rider Training. Tammy
Graeme Duke
5
I have just done my CBT today (28/06/24) with Adam. Adam was extremely helpful, encouraging and professional. Having passed my CBT a few times I can say Adams teaching is second to none. Would highly recommend and look forward to doing my full license with him in the future. Thanks again Adam.
Yuliyan
5
Super professional team right from the start of the call you make to book, all the way to the end of your training. Very smooth process, the team take their time to explain as well as answer any questions you may have. They focus on you, to turn you into a safe/quality rider not to just pass the tests. Major factor is that they only train two at a time per instructor. That means they offer you the time and dedication for them to spot the flaws and the cons of your progression targeting the area where more practice is needed. That shows loyalty and commitment to their profession as well as expertise. Many other riding schools I considered before them were doing training in larger groups but also more expensive! Speaking of price, excellent value for money if you fail the resit is payed by them, thats showing confidence in the training provided by them that you will not fail but pass first time. Highly recommend them to anyone thinking about riding motorcycles, whether they have never ridden one or have but want to refresh and further develop their skills as a rider. Best of the best ! You are very much appreciated, BIG Thank you to you all👌🏻
Mark Lambourne
1
I really wouldn’t bother booking with these. The lady that takes your booking is very professional but I’m afraid that’s where it stops. I wish I’d read the reviews before booking. It’s explained very well that you need the correct attire which is great. My son turned up for his CBT this morning with two options for his footwear. The instructor, who was late himself, making it very aware that he’s had a bad start to the morning, then told my son that he didn’t have the correct footwear on. My son produced his second option that fully covered his ankles and was no different to another member in the group that he allowed to continue. The instructor had already made his mine up to end my son’s day, before it even began. He wouldn’t even let him change to demonstrate that they covered his ankles. He did all this while rolling a cigarette, right in front of him. I can’t comment for all the instructors but we were unfortunate to have one with no professionalism whatsoever.
Annie
5
Just completed my Direct Access with Alex and he was fantastic, I went from a super nervous newbie dropping the bike all over the place to very comfortably passing. It's not just the techincal side of instructing that is amazing, Alex also has a great understanding of psycology and mental blocks for tests. If you have any sort of issues ie you work odd hours. he can come up with a tailor made course just for you. Also had some great laughs along the way, I would highly recommend these guys for any motorcycle training needs.
Cookie Crumble
5
Completed my cbt with Paul, what a brilliant experience. Very patient and knowledgeable trainer, really helped explain things thoroughly and felt totally safe out on the roads. Paul made the day so relaxed and easy going it was exactly the right tone to get the best from everyone. I cannot recommend more highly, thank you so much.
Charlie Butler
5
Had a great day doing my cbt, and thank you so much, guys. Never got the name of my instructor but funny guy and great information and teaching given (it was the guy with long dar haor and beard😅). Would 100% recommend.
Sarah Akehurst
5
Had my CBT today with Adam. What an amazing trainer. Very knowledgable ,very thorough and very patient .Iv never rode a motorbike before today and he completely put me at ease. I highly recommended these guys !!! Thank you so so much to Adam for the experience 10 out of 10 !!!! Sarah x
Jacqueline Bayford
5
Passed my cbt recently with Paul. Lots of learning and laughs on the day, thanks Paul. Such a safe, relaxed and enjoyable environment to learn in and loads of great tips. I will be back for my DAS. Cannot recommend Direct Rider Training highly enough. Paul is very patient and knowledgeable.
Alison Perks
5
Yay I've passed Mod 1 and Mod 2. I couldn't have asked for a better instructor than Alex. I have quite a few medical conditions. Alex was aware of this, and what made it even better is that he understood. He knew when it was getting to much for me, and when I needed to stop. Alex is a great bloke, kind, caring and a good laugh.
Mark Hobbs
5
Passed my cbt with direct riding today. Very friendly and helpful and patient. My instructor was Adam who was great. I would definitely recommend direct riding 100%.
maddie Green
5
Did my cbt today with no experience other than being a passenger. My instructor was very good and made sure I was safe on the road. Highly recommend them great group of dudes who you can have a laugh with at the end. Definitely going to be recommending them to my bike crazy family 😁😁
Christopher Hedges
5
Cannot recommend Direct Rider Training enough. Alex is incredibly experienced and will ensure you are road ready, not just pass ready. I'm going to miss my lessons but the time spent with Alex meant I passed first time. Thanks again.
Linda Joachim
5
Alex was a great instructor, patient and encouraging. My son thoroughly enjoyed his experience and now feels confident to go out on his own.
Marcus
5
I am an older cbt trainee for insurance requirements and have not riden a bike since 1977. Boy am I glad I took the cbt with these guys! At 63 years old I needed to relearn the skills and I could not be in better hands. The skills training is modular from real basics and the progression to eventually go live on road is perfect. Recommended.
MOTO.FINESSE
5
Alex is a top instructor. Patient, constructive and willing to help wherever needed. 5☆ service.
vince cinquegrani
5
Done my cbt with Alex , Very helpful and was a safe enjoyable day and he knows his stuff will definitely use again 👍
Corey Lupton-Weeks
5
I had booked a cbt with them right after i passed my theory. They couldn't be more accommodating and helpful. I did my cbt with Adam who was an amazing teacher that was calm and patient. He made sure that not only was he satisfied that I was safe on the bike but that I felt safe and confident on the bike and when you have never touched a motorcycle before was really reassuring. I cannot recommend this company enough, I will be sure to go to them for all my future motorcycle training in the future!
Rachael Rachael
5
I did my A licence with Direct Rider. Alex is a very good instructor who made the whole experience enjoyable and informative. He is a patient, knowledgeable and down to earth guy. 100% give them a call
kerrie savage
5
Had my Cbt today with adam and Alex and I couldn't have received better training and treatment, they were 100% understanding of my needs very patient and willing to go over things as long as it took for me to be comfortable with each task, Alex and adam are professional and fun I would recommend anyone to book with this great company, I will return!!
Chris Widger
5
I cannot recommend Direct Rider Training enough! Alex is such a nice guy and a fantastic trainer, he stays calm and explains why you do what you need to go. He goes above and beyond in the training, not only teaching you how to pass your test but also how to be a safe rider when out in the real world. I would suggest Alex and Direct Rider Training to anyone I know who is considering getting their motorbike license.
Adrian Lazia
5
Super friendly and professional
Will Owen
5
I did my A2 license with Alex, top bloke and a great instructor. I passed first time thanks to Alex.
john griffiths
5
Alex is a great instructor. He's kind, patient, knowledgeable and highly professional. I came away from the day feeling a more competent, confident and informed rider. Thank you Alex.
Kate King
5
Completed my DAS with Alex, he’s a fantastic instructor. He’s very patient, his tone never changes and he teaches you to ride to a very high standard, higher than required to pass a test, which as an inexperienced rider is 100% necessary and comforting! Highly, highly recommend you use Alex if you’d like to learn to ride a bike! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Marco Pacheco
5
Highly recommend this riding school Alex is a brilliant Instructor, very welcoming and understandable he has got me through my full das licence and couldn't done it with out him Thanks Alex Direct rider.

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