Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses for beginners thru advanced, with 2&3 wheel roadtest waivers! We hope to see you on the road!!!
Capital Area Rider Training, LLC is proud to offer MSF certified licensing and non-licensing courses at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY. For the class descriptions and requirements and to register for any class, visit www.hvcc.edu/rider or call 518-629-7339. To inquire about the curriculum, what to expect at class, if you aren't sure which class is for you, post a question here, DM us, or contract Maggie at 518-857-2099.
06/23/2026
OPENING - Basic RiderCourse 6/24-25.
If you are looking to get into the course, there is a last-minute opening to fill.
You must call HVCC at 518–629–7339 TODAY!
If you are already registered for a later start date, the college can move you into the slot. 
06/12/2026
🏍🏍 SPOTS AVAILABLE!! 🏍🏍
MSF Advanced RiderCourse - $195
Wed & Thurs 6/17-18, 5-8:30pm
This 2-evening course includes fast-paced range-side fun & interactive activities to improve perception and hazard awareness. The range exercises enhance operating skills and focus on crash-avoidance techniques. Improving of braking and cornering finesse is emphasized. The course is beneficial for riders on any type of street motorcycle. AND most insurance companies will grant a 10% insurance discount upon completing an ARC.
Visit www.hvcc.edu/rider or call 518-629-7339 to register.
You need the following:
🏍Valid motorcycle license from any sate.
🏍Street-legal, registered and insured motorcycle or scooter
🏍Proof of current insurance and registration.
06/11/2026
RIDE DAY - 5/31/2026
06/07/2026
06/04/2026
OPENINGS! 6/17&18, 5-8:30pm.
Advanced RiderCourse (ARC) -
The course compliments your skills and helps with personal risk assessment. Range exercises enhance operating skills and crash avoidance skills.
🏍️Taken on your street-legal motorcycle. Must show proof of registration, insurance, inspection.
🛵Must hold valid M license from any state.
🧑💻Register at www.hvcc.edu/rider or call 518-629-7339.
💰Earn a discount on insurance premiums with most insurance companies.
😎$195
05/30/2026
NEVER RIDDEN? or EXPERIENCED RIDER? Come see us Sunday & RIDE FOR FREE!
🏍--> 8am - 12pm : give riding a try
🏍--> 1pm - 5pm: check and practice your skills
ATTENTION LICENSED MOTORCYCLISTS
Come play on 5/31. RIDE YOUR BIKE ON OUR RANGE - for FREE.
Pre-registration is not necessary!
BRING:
- street legal, insured, inspected, registered motorcycle
- proper gear: DOT helmet, sturdy footwear (no sneakers), durable pants (no leggings, no holes), long sleeves, and eye protection.
Bring your riding buddies and have some fun.
AND, your non-riding friends can try motorcycling on 5/31 8AM to noon at RIDE DAY MOTO INTRO for people that have never operated a motorcycle.
05/22/2026
Fun and adventure starts here!
We have openings in our 5/23 & 5/24 class.
Come ride our beautiful new CanAms.
We even provide the helmets.
Just $221 (for a limited time).
Register online at www.hvcc.edu/rider
Can-Am Rider Education Program If you've ever dreamed of an open road adventure, then the Can-Am R...
05/13/2026
The Can‑Am Ride Day is on! Join us for your first three‑wheel Can‑Am experience for free at our certified Can‑Am Driving School. Learn from expert instructors who will guide you in a fun, supportive, closed‑course environment, with guidance from start to finish. Just wear a jacket, pants and closed toe shoes. Can-Am Ryker, DOT approved helmet and gloves will be provided. REGISTRATION IS OPTIONAL at https://brp.testdrivebutler.com/.../capital-area-rider.... The event will be held in F-Lot. Enter the campus from Vandenburgh Ave on to North Rd. Take a left at the first stop sign.