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The word from Ron, the TEAM AZ president, on a November GB is:

I can offer you a $25 per student discount on the Lee Park Total Control ARC. That would be pre paid, non refundable and a minimum of 6 riders.
Called them today to find that the deposit is the TOTAL cost of the class for a minimum of 6 riders. Anyone interested should post here or PM me. They need the tuition from all 6 of us at one time to qualify for discount. I guess the best way to do that would be a check made out to TEAM AZ and sent to me. The registraion forms can be e-mailed to you. More on this later.

According to Jack, refunds are possible, but if we have only 6 riders, we'll kiss the discount good-bye. There is a $15 fee for cancelations up to 10 days before the class; fee increases the closer to class date.

No date for the November clinic has been set, but should be no later than a month prior. I'm hoping that Lee will schedule Oct-Dec at one time giving us at least 2 months prior.

TEAM AZ is also a distributor of Lee's gloves & accessories; Jack mentioned that if you buy something during the clinic, you should get a discount.

Lee Parks

TEAM AZ

 
I'd be up for the November class, but can't cut loose the funds before Sept. 1

It's a family finance thing. Keep us posted. It would make a nice group get-together. We could get hotel rooms, eat out, crash our bikes, etc. ;)

 
What is the cost of the class? As I've told Toecutter, I'd maybe be interested in November. Problem is that I'm in the midst of moving to Gardnerville, NV from South Lake Tahoe, which involves my furnishings, my business, and everything in GF's house (which is only 4 blocks from new house, but moving is still so much fun!). I'm just not in a position to make a commitment with this much uncertainty right now, and note that sometimes November can get a bit cold and/or snowy in northern Nevada.

 
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For more info:

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Lee Parks

and here TEAM AZ

 
Hey, I'm already signed up for the Labor Day Weekend class in Gilbert, any discount opportunities here? :unsure:

Looking forward to meeting FJRocha during this trip and doing some local riding. B)

John

 
I'm good for the November Advanced Riding Class. Let me, us, know how to submit funds and how to qualify for discount.

 
Yeah, the discount would just about cover my gas one way, at current prices (maybe one tank by November).

 
What is the cost for the intermediate or advanced rider course? The website only has the basic course on the calendar at $245.00. I live near Sacramento, but could take a trip to AZ if it is the first week of November, weather permitting.

 
GILBERT Experienced RiderCourse E10015A

Standard: $85 October 15, 2005: from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Student: $

GILBERT Intermediate RiderCourse I10015A

Standard: $95 October 16, 2005: from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm

Student: $85

Advanced RiderCourse LP09015A

Standard: $295 September 3, 2005: from 6:00pm to 10:00pm

September 4, 2005: from 6:00pm to 10:00pm

The $25 discount applies to the ARC as a group of at least 6 riders must pay in 1 lump sum. If you are not interested in the ARC, you must pay & apply on your own.

We MAY have 6 for the ARC already, but that is NOT definite. I think as many as 12 riders can take the class at one time. That would be pretty cool if there were a dozen FJR's ! Bigger discount ????

 
8Ball,

What is the difference between the Experienced and Advanced riding courses? The Advanced scheduled in September runs from 6-10 PM? Riding in the dark?

Again I'm still interested in the course in November.

Thanks for all your help in getting us together on this opportunity. I'm half way through Lee's book and find it a quite useful.

 
epoch,

The sun never sets here, hence the name 'Valley of the Sun'.

The following has been copied without anyones permission; that'll about cover it.

Experienced RiderCourses

One-half day course

Use your own motorcycle and helmet

Qualifies graduates for insurance premium discounts with some motorcycle insurers.

May lead to license waiver for permit holders.

Even if you've been riding for some time, there's always something new to learn. Increasing numbers of seasoned riders are flocking to the half-day Experienced RiderCourse to hone their skills and fine-tune the mental skills needed for survival in traffic.

You'll discuss with your peers how to balance the mental and physical aspects of safe riding, manage risk, increase visibility and optimize your lane position. The 'Experienced RiderCourse' also covers protective gear, rider responsibility, motorcycle inspection and care, the effects of alcohol and other drugs on riding, and includes an optional skill evaluation and knowledge test.

Using your own motorcycle, you'll put into practice the techniques of managing traction, stopping quickly, cornering and swerving.

Lee Parks Advanced Riding Clinic

Who It’s For

In today’s age of high-horsepower superbikes, large-displacement cruisers and super-heavy-weight tourers, riding skills are more important than ever for safe, fun motorcycling. Unfortunately for experienced riders, there is a large gap between the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Experienced RiderCourse (ERC) and the many racetrack schools around the country. Many riders are interested in improving their skills but are unwilling to take on the additional risks associated with a high-speed environment. If you fit into the “I’m interested, but…” group, you’re not alone. In fact, if you add up all the attendees of all the race schools together, they only represent a tiny percentage of street riders. This is not to say they are not good schools. To the contrary, they have much to offer. But they are not for everyone. Fortunately, Lee Parks’ Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic (Total Control ARC) has a solution for those experienced riders “caught in the middle,” as well as those track-day junkies and racers who want to be able to further enhance their skills in a controlled environment with expert instruction.

Who Teaches It

Chief instructor Lee Parks has been racing for over 20 years and won the 2001 G.M.D. Computrack National Endurance Series Championship in the Lightweight class. He also finished 2nd in the 1994 AMA 125GP national championship in its exhibition year. He spent five years as the editor and chief test rider of Motorcycle Consumer News where he road tested every new street motorcycle available in the U.S. and became one of the top performance-testing journalists in the world. Lee is now the president of Lee Parks Design, a motorcycle gear and accessory manufacturer and brand management consulting firm.

How It Works

Part of the reason for the program’s success is the dynamic classroom training, which includes both theory and application of the Total Control ARC techniques. By including a basic analysis of vehicular dynamics, riders get a clear understanding of how their actions affect their bikes. For instance, in the suspension portion of the class, riders learn how to analyze the effectiveness of their suspension and how to set it up for maximum control and comfort.

The range portion of the training is done in a large parking lot or skidpad where each of the skills are individually broken down and practiced. Working on only one skill at a time is the fastest way to make consistent riding improvements. The beauty of doing it this way is that the student is never asked to make a huge “leap of faith” in any one area. Each skill is built up in small two-mph increments until the desired result is achieved. This allows for high confidence and never gets too scary. In fact, cornering speeds never go above 25 mph. While this may seem slow, in a tight enough corner, 25 is very, very fast. Combined with a strategic “building block” formula for integrating the individual skills into a complete riding package, the Total Control ARC enables riders to learn faster and easier than ever before. Equally important, all the Total Control ARC skills are taught with their direct applications for street riding. After all, knowing how to do something is of little value if you don’t understand when and where to use it.

What It Covers

Cornering technique is the primary focus of the Total Control ARC. Individual skills include corner entry, line selection, body position and corner exit. There are slightly different versions of these depending on the type of bike ridden, but all follow the same philosophical principals that are taught in the course. Throttle control and throttle/brake transitions are also covered in great detail. Additionally, super-tight, low-speed, “parking lot” turns are taught.

What It Costs

The cost for the standard eight-hour Total Control ARC is $295, which includes lunch and a workbook with explanations and examples of the techniques and concepts covered in the course. A $100 deposit guarantees your spot, with the balance payable two weeks before the start of the course.

Requirements

All students must provide their own bikes and have at least one year of riding experience. For students with less than two years of experience, it is advised (though not required) that they have completed an MSF ERC. Protective gear is required for all students, which includes a DOT-approved helmet (full-face recommended), motorcycle jacket and pants, gloves and boots that cover the ankles. Jeans and fingerless gloves are not allowed, but Kevlar jeans will be accepted.

The Total Control ARC is committed to making you a better and safer rider and in doing so makes these promises:

Noticeable improvement in your riding. No matter what skill level you are now, the Total Control ARC will make a recognizable difference in your ability to control your bike.

High teacher-to-student ratio. Each class is divided in groups with never more than six students per instructor for lots of individual attention and support.

Friendly, professional service. The Total Control ARC instructors are highly trained and carefully handpicked for their teaching abilities and friendly dispositions. Your experience at the Total Control ARC will be a positive one.

The ability to self-diagnose riding problems in the future. While it’s great to be able to ride better in front of a skilled coach, it’s equally important to be able to coach yourself when you detect a riding problem in the future. There are enough support materials in our package to help make sure you won’t forget what you learned during your training.

 
I noticed that a November class is also scheduled for Anaheim. That's much closer to me than Phoenix, so if enough other people are interested from CA we could go there instead. I don't want to screw up the group rate though, and AZ sounds like a fun road trip anyway, so whatever y'all want to do is fine with me.

 
I noticed that a November class is also scheduled for Anaheim. That's much closer to me than Phoenix, so if enough other people are interested from CA we could go there instead. I don't want to screw up the group rate though, and AZ sounds like a fun road trip anyway, so whatever y'all want to do is fine with me.
TC:

Due to a screw up with the TEAM AZ data base, my Labor Day clinic was a bust... didn't happen, but I am getting all of my money back. I will be taking the clinic in Anaheim, and Lee has indicated that he's looking at the first weekend in November for this. Takes in a church parking lot. The Lee Parks site doesn't have a firm date yet.

John in San Diego

 
Due to a screw up with the TEAM AZ data base, my Labor Day clinic was a bust... didn't happen, but I am getting all of my money back. I will be taking the clinic in Anaheim, and Lee has indicated that he's looking at the first weekend in November for this. Takes in a church parking lot. The Lee Parks site doesn't have a firm date yet.
It's good that you're getting a refund. Was the whole class canceled or did you just miss out? I don't think I could do the first weekend in November in Anaheim, due to an opportunity to do some family stuff that has come up. I could preempt it for the already scheduled AZ class, but it wouldn't look good to change plans into not doing the family trip. I'm assuming the AZ class will be on a different weekend, which will work out better for my agenda. Thanks for the inside info, I'll keep my ears open for updates on the scheduling.

 
AZ sounds much more attractive, but I can only do the first week in Nov. Plus Anaheim is a Mickey Mouse town, I would prefer to stay away from it. I don't want this thread to go on an LA bashing tangent but I'm biased because I spent my first 40 years in lala land and then got the opportunity to move to Nor Cal. When I go back down there to visit family, I can't wait to get away from there.

 
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B) Hey Toecutter if we can get a discount ? Im in for Anaheim, its just down the hill.

Let me know what you find out.

Thanks, Dan

 

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