A GlANCE BACK

52 MAY 2021 a GlanCE BaCK Our Glance Back this month - May 2011 and very relevant:

Hi girls (oh, and guys), As I am directing this article mainly toward us girls, and many are pillions, I urge you to consider getting yourself and your rider along to a training course at some stage. Many of us are a little apprehensive about being on the rear perch; I know I am at times. Pillions are welcome at these and regardless of your level of experience, we can all learn from these courses. They cover theory as well as practical. Even if you are an experienced rider, a refresher is always a good idea to keep your skills up to date. How many of us dread teaching our children to learn to drive or ride? How many of us have been taught by our husband, boyfriend or father and had the occasional disagreement or frustration during the lessons? I would guess that covers just about all of us. Learning from professional instructors takes the family argument out of training and can provide a much more rewarding and satisfying learning experience. As a club member you receive a subsidy. After all, when we go out as a couple, we should be looking forward to a pleasant day and an enjoyable experience on the bike as well as the great social interaction we all love as members of our club. As the man in the hat says, do yourself a favour and get along to a training session soon. Suggest it as a gift if you ride or buy it as a gift for your rider if you are a pillion. It’s a great investment that will pay off for many years.