A1 Rider Training

Aspinall Place, Thatto Heath, WA9 5PE, St Helens
A1 Rider Training
Aspinall Place, Thatto Heath
WA9 5PE, St Helens
+441744730730

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 9h-16h
  • tuesday: 9h-16h
  • wednesday: 9h-16h
  • thursday: 9h-16h
  • friday: 9h-16h
  • saturday: (closed)

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about A1 Rider Training:

A1 Rider Training is a highly regarded motorcycle training school in the United Kingdom, known for its exceptional instructors and comprehensive courses. The school has received numerous positive reviews highlighting the following aspects:

  • Experienced Instructors: Instructors like Alan, Mike, and Paul are praised for their patience, knowledge, and ability to put students at ease, even if they have never ridden before.
  • Personalized Training: Students report a great deal of personalized attention, which allows for effective learning tailored to individual needs and confidence levels.
  • Professional Atmosphere: The training environment is described as friendly yet professional, making students feel comfortable and supported throughout their learning experience.
  • Rapid Progression: Many users have successfully completed their CBT and advanced licenses within a short time frame, thanks to the efficient teaching methods.
  • Great Value: The school is noted for its fair pricing and quality training, making it accessible for all aspiring riders.

While the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, some users noted minor issues with scheduling or waiting times due to high demand, reinforcing the school's reputation for excellence.

In summary, A1 Rider Training comes highly recommended for anyone looking to learn how to ride safely and confidently, with a track record of success for both beginners and those seeking to advance their skills.

A1 Rider Training: Reviews

4.9/5 (66 Reviews)
J Franc 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Al is a top guy, doesnt mess around with unnecessary lessons. He's very encouraging and gives alot of confidence to the rider. Done my lessons and tests with 2 months, he will bend over backwards to get the best times and dates.

Dave Syder 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Alan is a first-class instructor and I would not go anywhere else a 1 top class

Bill Atherton 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Totally professional! Had my CBT today with Alan. Absolutely brilliant tuition. Made me feel very comfortable and I felt very safe out on the road during my 2 hour ride. Couldn’t recommend highly enough. I’ll be back for some lessons when I get my bike and may even be tempted to go for a full licence.

Otis Skyner 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed doing my CBT here. Paul is very knowledgeable, gave clear and informative instructions/information. 100% recommend and will be using again for any future progression

David Molyneux 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: A fantastic learner centre, very constructive instructors, i couldn't praise them more.

rick walsh 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed my rides with Al and Paul. Started with my CBT and then full license, lessons went by in no time, felt like I was being taught to ride not just pass a test. Also, Al never got frustrated when I made the obvious newbie mistakes, just took them in his stride and pointed out how to correct them. Now passed and really happy. Big thanks to the guys.

William Lee 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Did my CBT and my big bike training all done within 2months . Great family run business 1-1 training delivered to a top standard .

Geoff Travis 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant Day very professional, Paul puts you at ease whether you have rode before or not , I'll Definitely b using this rider school to do my full licence. A1

ian johnson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: CBT today with Paul expert advise and training really enjoyed it made me feel relaxed thanks again mate

Jack D 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I Redid my CBT today with Paul great teacher as are all the trainers. Paul ran though a load of different scenarios with me couldn’t ask for better teachers and also had a close call with another driver luckily no accident happened but Paul was there to make sure everything was alright and we finished the test. But once again a Big thank you to Paul.

Adam Gallimore 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: If you are new to your CBT or need to renew it, these are the go to guys. Paul our tutor was amazing and made the whole thing a pleasure on what was the hottest day ever recorded. See you again in two years time guys.

David Saxon 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed doing my CBT here really down too earth guys and really experienced. Great detailed and well spoken instructions given. Highly recommended and i WILL be using these too do my full licence.

Stephen Agnew 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Did my cbt here with a mate this week, instructor Paul was fantastic. We had little bike experience and his style of learning really got us up to speed quickly.. already recommending to friends and I'll deffo be doing my lessons here for full test. Cheers Paul

Steven Ryder 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Done a resit cbt yesterday and the man I did it with was honest with me and told me to do one lesson on a bigger bike then go straight for my mod 1 and 2 will definitely be useing theses guys in the future

mark case 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Need more stars. Did my cbt through to das mod 1 and 2 . Alan Mike and Paul. All awesome and extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend to anyone looking to get on a bike. Thanks guys.

Craig Lee 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Done my CBT today with Paul, excellent instructor , makes you feel welcome and gives you 100% of his attention very friendly and professional will certainly becoming back for my bike lessons.

chris oxley 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great training and really friendly encouraging trainers.. Paul was great.. Will be back!

Shan Garry 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I done my CBT with A1 Training yesterday very helpful in every way I was made up with ther services and told me everything I no to be safe on the roads thanks A1 RiDER TRAINING

David Farnworth 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: My life long dream was to own a Harley but did'nt have a full license enter A1 Rider Training and Dave who got my through my CBT at the first attempt god knows how but he did it.....then it was a step up to the 650 and Mikes turn to get me up to my mod one witch i passed at my second attempt....then came task of getting me ready for my mod two....with a greal deal of patience and fantastic tuition i passed my mod 2 on the 2nd February at my first attempt.....i would like to say a massive thankyou to Mike and all the team at A1 Rider Training what a great set of guys you all are.....if anyone is thinking of getting a bike or scooter please go to A1 rider traing i cen honestly say hand on heart tell you.you wont get anywhere as good.....thanks guys for eveything you did for me....and yes my Harley is a fantastic ride

Mathew Hilditch 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great experience with A1 with alan, mike & paul. Fair price, with great training to put you through you test. Highly recommended

Jon Lomax 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant day on my cbt. Great training and patience

Mike Doughty 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Big bike tested passed today Fantastic instructors thankyou so much Alan and mike

Pete H 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had a great lesson with Mike. Really knowledgeable and helpful. Learnt a lot in a short space of time, thanks.

Allan Smith 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just passed my full bike test today with Alan. Excellent instructor and really helped. Would highly recommend. Thanks again.

si hart (Squeak) 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just finished my CBT today, never rode before, great guys, great instructors, laid-back an helpful, would recommend to anyone Hope to/ will be looking to do my DAS at some point in the future here Overall enjoyable, great day Thanks guys appreciate it

Matthew Hanley 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Friendly and informative

Chris 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Passed my CBT with Dave who is a legend. Alan and Dave both really helpful and I will definitely be using A1 in the near future

Nyki benson 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I recently took my CBT here with Dave. He was brilliant, really patient and encouraging. Definitely recommend.

Steve Craig 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Completed my CBT today with Alan , can't praise Alan enough , instructing at its best IMOP ! Over 30 years since I road my Fizzy around ! Soon got the feel of it again, look fwd to my DAS in the new year , thankyou very much A1 ..... Follow on from the above , had to wait a while because of covid , but passed my MOD1 and MOD 2 in May Alan and Mike are brilliant instructors , hope to do my advanced with them in the near future ...thanks again.

colm coote 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Rescheduled my CBT so I could complete it before lockdown. Brilliant stuff.

Garry Edwards 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very relaxed atmosphere, easy going and great instructor.

mbrunskill 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had my CBT here, and now my first DAS lesson, really enjoyed it *Update* Now passed my test this morning, no minors ! If your thinking of having some bike lessons come to these guys, excellent all the way through from start to finish.

Jules Porter 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Took my CBT with A1 Rider training the other day. I've never ridden a bike before and was a little nervous. That soon changed with the fantastic tuition from the instructors. Great experience couldn't ask for better. Will differently be looking to go back to do my DAS in the near future.

ryanblackburnefc 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant couldnt ask for better instructors

Gary Breen 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Hadn't been on a bike in 30 years but after just a few hours of excellent tuition felt like I never stopped riding would recommend to anyone who wants to get there CBT and get back on two wheels

Dave Stott 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Can't thank the guys at A1 Rider Training enough. Went out with Mike for CBT and had a really great ride. No pressure for further lessons but will deffo be going there for my DAS, MOD 1 & MOD 2.

Lauren Brunskill 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can't tell you just how thankful I am for you guys. Your approach to the training is personal yet professional and you have always made me feel at ease. Great bikes, great attitude and experience, kind, and most importantly you got the job done! Passed first time with both MOD1 and MOD2. There's no doubt you know what your doing! Recommended 100%

Alistair Fordom 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: They really know their stuff. Mike is a great teacher. Listen to him and you will be successful. Many thanks.

Wendy Goult 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Did my CBT second time round with Alan fantastic instructor would highly recommend makes you feel at ease thanks guys x

Arika Cairnes 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn't of asked for a better instructor or riding school. Very patient, honest and enjoyable! Passed my Cbt, Mod 1 & Mod2 with Mike as my Instructor. Very honest down to earth Man. I'd 1000% recommend this Riding school to everyone that wants to learn how to ride. The support is fantastic. Thank you A1

Danny Williamson 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Big thanks to Alan and Mike, excellent training and great bikes. First class experience all round. Passed my DAS after training with A1, would highly recommend them.

Nigel fisher 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great guys and best training school around

J C 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend these guys if you are thinking of doing CBT or any motorbike training. I had never been on a bike in my life and from my first enquiry to passing my CBT last week I was looked after every step of the way. On my first CBT day I was struggling but my instructor had the patience of a saint and by the end of the day I was happily riding around the yard. I came back for a second CBT day and passed. They guys at A1 are happy to work at your pace and will not take you out onto the road unless they believe you will be safe but they will not hold you back to make more money out of you. They genuinely care about their students and wholeheartedly want riders to be safe on the road. I was ecstatic to pass and will definitely be back for lessons once I have bought my bike. Thanks guys x

Carl Costello 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Completed my CBT with the two Dave's Thursday 1st Aug. Excellent instructors and very patient. Looking forward to starting my DAS on Saturday.

Daniel Tillett 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: A massive thankyou to all the instructors at A1 Rider Training. for helping me get my A2 motorbike license. Couldn't ask for a better service they are the best around. I highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to learn to ride a motorbike. See you soon for the next step up

Dave Whittleston 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Passed my Mod 2 today, thanks to Mike & Alan. 2 great lads that provide the very best of training. Can’t praise them enough. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the process.

Kristopher James Kent 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: I completed my CBT here with Mike. It was a really enjoyable day, and I think Mike does a great job of keeping you confident, recognising your strengths while helping you to get over any hurdles you encounter. I'll be getting lessons from these guys in preparation for my full A license.

Ian Lucas 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Would like to thank Alan and Mike for their help, advice and support through my lessons. And getting me through my test first time. Would highly recommend

David Blundell 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent bike training, learning loads and still got a long way to go, many thanks to everyone there. Would highly recommend A1 to anyone, best thing I've done cheers

Ben Kelly 6 years ago

Fantastic experience: Top Training from Top guys see yas again soon

David Carroll 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good place to learn how to ride, all the instructors are super friendly and have a vast amount of knowledge. They do everything from CBT's to advanced riding courses. As long as you listen and take on board what they say you can pass easily.

Jordan Dougherty 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best experience i could have asked for. Both Nev and Rob was very informative and helpful and we had a laugh throughout the whole day. Will be seeing you guys for my A2. Very recommended.

Dean Cooper 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: The best very professional really good instructors they reslly know there stuff 1st class tuition cheets mike alan and nev

Mike Dennett 7 years ago

Positive experience: Great lads but also very professional

Huginn Yggrson 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just passed unrestricted mod 2 thanks to those guys. Make sure to book them in advance as the queues only evidence high standards at this place.

Serkan 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent training..very professional and supportive

Oliver McIntosh 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Super helpfull, super freindly and great knowlage i am truly speechless obaut the quality of my training and i had a brilliant day

Linda Appleton 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had a brilliant day. Nev was very patient and got me through. Had a right laugh with them which made me relax. Excellent training and I passed! I’m looking forward to the next round!

Matty Higgins 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: I did my CBT today at a1. Tony was my instructor today. Couldn't possibly say a bad word against my experience at a1, professional, friendly and and most importantly patient. Keep up the good work lads and I will see you next year for my DAS. Today I passed my mod 2 with a1. During my training for mod 1 and 2 Mike was my instructor who was fantastic with 1 final lesson with Al. These guys are great at what they do and i couldn't be happier with the service. Explained things thoroughly and never made me take any lessons that I didn't need. Also special thanks to Al for showing me how to tighten the chain on my 125.

Beverley Jones 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: fantastic training school would highly recomend a1 to anyone instructors couldnt be more patient and accomerdating, and ill be putting a letter to the msn mentioning as such great job ann thanks tony ill deffo remember that indicator for our next run haha sean jones mesrsyside

Liam 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Pass mod 1 and mod 2 first time couldent of done it without a1 rider training would recomend to any 1

Chaz 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic! Arrived in the morning having never ridden a motorcycle in my life, and I have to say I was beyond nervous, but, within a short space of time under the excellent guidance of Nev my instructor for the day, I was soon riding a bike solo, totally brilliant :) Everything was covered in great detail, and at no point was I made to feel daft or inadequate if I wanted to go over a particular manoeuvre or bit of info again, in fact I felt so at ease and had such a laugh it stopped feeling like a lesson and test! By the end of the day, and the tuition on the road section came around...a section I was sure I wouldn't get to because of nerves and inexperience at the start of the day, far from being nervous, I couldn't wait to get out there and was genuinely quite sad I had to stop when the time was up! I can't recommend Alan, Nev and the team enough, had a thoroughly brilliant day and am looking forward to advancing my skills with them and getting into a bigger bike!

Garry Conlon 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very experienced instructors, they're patient and informative throughout.

David Thompson 8 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great guys who really know what they are doing, would recommend A1 to anybody wanting to ride a motorbike

Leah Bouchrif 9 years ago

Negative experience: An exercise in some kind of customer service!

Jay 9 years ago

Fantastic experience: Bunch of great guys with tonnes of knowledge. Would highly recommend to anyone

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