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Jan 24

Ride with Confidence: Braking & Cornering Skills (Lakeside)

January 24 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm AEST

$180.00

Ride with Confidence – Master Braking & Cornering Before They Master You

This course is supported by the Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club

You love riding. But you know how quickly a perfect ride can turn into a close call:

💥 A corner that tightens without warning.

💥 A car that forces you to brake mid-turn.

💥 A sudden stop on a wet road.

Most riders don’t crash because they’re reckless — they crash because they panic at the wrong moment.

In one day, you can rewire those instincts so you stay calm, smooth, and in control.

Ride with Confidence is a small-group, road-focused training day at Mount Cotton where you’ll:

✅ Brake safely and smoothly — even in a corner

✅ Stop faster under pressure

✅ Set up for any corner with total confidence

 

The Real Risk

You’ve felt it – that moment where you’re not sure if you’ll make it.

It’s not always speed. It’s not always the road. 
It’s often just a small mistake at exactly the wrong moment:

  • Entering a bend too hot
  • Braking too hard mid-corner
  • Freezing when you need to act fast

These mistakes are predictable. And they’re preventable.

The Cornering Confidence Gap is real — and this course closes it.

What You’ll Learn (and Why It Matters)

Brake with certainty — even mid-corner 
Never freeze again when the unexpected happens.
Set up every corner with confidence 
A simple, repeatable system that works on every road, every bike, every time.
Stop faster under pressure
 Cut your stopping distance dramatically — and stay in control even if the road surface is against you.
See corner hazards before they catch you out 
Spot tightening turns, off-camber curves, and surface changes early enough to make the right decision.
The “Transition Window” trick
 The exact moment to shift from braking to cornering for smooth, predictable turns every time.

How You’ll Learn

This is not a track day.
 It’s a closed-road training experience designed for real-world riding.

  • Small groups mean personal feedback on every run.
  • Hands-on coaching from experienced instructors who listen and guide — not judge
  • Real-world application for traffic, weather, and unpredictable Aussie roads.

Who It’s For?

If you hold a current open, provisional or probationary RE or R licence and want to corner and brake with confidence — no matter your age, experience, or bike — this course is for you.

What Riders Say

“I used to get nervous every time I saw a tight corner. Now I actually enjoy them – and I’m not second-guessing myself anymore.” – Rachael

“Absolutely fantastic course! I regained skills I had lost over 50 years of riding motorcycles!!” – Dale

“Good to have a review of techniques theory and a positive critique on the track.” – Ken

Hundreds of riders have taken this training — and many say it’s the most confidence-building day they’ve ever spent on two wheels.

Course Details & Logistics

This course is being

📍 Location: Driver Training Centre Lakeside Park (the Training Centre NOT the main circuit)

📅 Date: 24 January 2026 
🕘 Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

🎯 Format: Road-focused, on-track training (closed road, real skills)

Cost: Just $180. * This course is being subsidised with funding obtained by the Military Brotherhood Motorcycle Club under the TMR Motorcycle Ride to Zero Motorcycle Grants.

What to Bring:

  • Registered and roadworthy motorcycle with enough fuel for the day
  • Helmet (AS/NZS 1698:2006 or ECE 22.06)
  • Jacket, pants, gloves, and boots (full coverage)
  • Lunch (or visit local shops at break)

Morning tea, water, and snacks provided.

Ready to Ride with Confidence – Before the Next Close Call?

You’ve just seen how quickly a corner can turn into a crisis — and how easily the right skills can keep you upright. Now it’s your turn to master braking and cornering in a safe, supportive environment.

Small group = limited seats. Once this date fills, it’s gone.

👉 Book your place now and make your next ride the most confident you’ve ever felt on two wheels.

Details

Date:
January 24
Time:
8:30 am - 3:30 pm AEST
Cost:
$180.00
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Venue

Lakeside Driver Training Centre
Lakeside Rd
Kurwongbah, Queensland 4503 Australia
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Organiser

SMART Rider Academy
Phone:
1300 961 335
Email:
events@smartrideracademy.com.au

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About SMART Rider Academy

SMART Rider Academy is a privately owned Australian company established to provide cost-effective training to motorcycle riders that improves their essential roadcraft skills and enjoyment of riding.

With funding support from Queensland Transport and Main Roads, SMART Rider Academy was the first organisation in the private sector to offer subsidised training to the motorcycle community in Queensland and is now the largest provider of post-licence road-based training in the state.

In 2017 SMART Rider Academy partnered with Queensland Police Service to create and deliver the “How to keep it UP-RIGHT” program. This program has now been delivered to over 1,400 riders in South East Queensland and is the model for the new “Ride to Zero” program being offered to clubs and not-for-profit organisations throughout Queensland.

Stephen McDowall, Director and Principal Coach, leads a training team that has worked extensively with motorcycle clubs, road safety and advisory groups and other organisations across Australia and internationally for over 20 years.