About Motorcycle Safety School - College of Staten Island. Parking Lot 3
Motorcycle Safety School at College of Staten Island, Parking Lot 3 is a great place for those wanting to learn motorcycle riding. The instructors, Boris and Ali, are knowledgeable, patient, and effective in teaching the necessary skills. They provide a safe and enjoyable learning experience, and their firm but fair approach is highly appreciated by the students. The instructors clearly explain what students are doing wrong and offer understandable solutions. This training is essential for all drivers, as it helps improve understanding of different participants' points of view and promotes mutual respect on the road. Many students have shared positive experiences, praising Boris's thoroughness and Ali's outstanding teaching skills. The course creates a supportive environment where even complete beginners can feel safe and confident. It is well-deserving of positive reviews and is highly recommended.
Ray Peterson, the Rider Coach who worked with me and 7 other beginner riders, has an incredible amount of patience, and a deep understanding of how to teach.
Make sure your course is with him! With 30 years of experience, he is an asset to the company and all riders of all levels.
I went into this course with little to zero motorcycle experience and honestly, I was nervous. I’d never even sat on a bike before. Boris completely changed that.
From the first exercise, he made sure nobody felt behind or judged — he’d walk over, watch what you were doing, and give feedback specific to you, not just a generic script. When I dropped the bike (twice, on the first day), he just helped me pick it up, explained what happened, and reset me without any embarrassment attached to it. Every concept was broken down step by step, and he never rushed anyone to “get it” before moving on.
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Ali is an excellent motorcycle instructor. I had absolutely no prior experience with motorcycles, and my English isn't very good either, but there’s no need to worry—you just have to pay close attention to his demonstrations. The course is fantastic and very beginner-friendly. I passed my test in May of this year under his guidance. He is humorous and entertaining, yet he also maintains high standards. I highly recommend training with him; it will definitely help you.