SKILL FOR LIFE (SFL)
What is it?
A complete package offered by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) to the discerning motorcyclist that wishes to improve his/her riding skills.
As the name suggests, this is a core programme of rider skills enhancement, and is designed to assess, explain, and develop the individuals riding techniques, ultimately, to a standard that will prepare you for the advanced riding test.
How does it work?
Once you have enrolled on the SFL course as an associate member, a membership pack will be forwarded to you to include;
- IAM manual/publication “How to become a better rider “. (Based upon the Police “Roadcraft” training manual).
- First year membership of the IAM.
- First year membership of CCAM.
- Examination cost covering your advanced riding test.
What next?
You will be allocated to a local CCAM Observer who will take you through the programme designed to provide `One on One ` guidance. You and your observer will arrange observed rides at mutually convenient times, with rides usually lasting 2-3hrs each time. Generally, a total of 6-8 runs would be sufficient for the average associate. You can expect the programme to take 2-3 months to complete.
The observed runs are conducted in an informal relaxed manner, and two-way dialogue is encouraged.
How do I enrol on the SFL course?
Enrol on the IAM website (click here). The SFL course is currently £139. (Which can be paid in 2 parts if required, but there is then an additional £5 handling charge)
Any further costs?
As all of our observers are volunteers using their own bikes, we do ask that as an associate, you contribute towards your observer’s fuel costs.
Once I have passed, what next?
`First and foremost well done,` having passed the IAM advanced test you are now entitled to full IAM membership, and continued membership of CCAM. This will allow you to access further riding skills development within the club such as, Low speed control skill courses and Off road/track based events where organised. You could of course consider becoming an observer yourself within the group.
Still not sure if SFL is for you?
Then come along to one of our relaxed meetings, (see diary). Meet our observers who will be more than happy to answer your questions, and perhaps remove any unnecessary anxiety that you may have.