I have been teaching over 15 years and I love every minute of my job and we have had over 20,000 students during that time. I did Route 66 in 2007, the Canadian Rockies in 2008, as well as 40 states that I have ridden to and through. I’ve even had laws changed in NJ to help make the process of getting your license easier and safer. Everyone knows me as a huge advocate of safety when it comes to motorcycles and from what I wear when I ride. Bright colors and lots of lights on the bike! I practice what I preach, and hope to meet you in a class in the near future!

Hi! my name is Mike DeProspo and I’ve been a RiderCoach here at the Motorcycle Riding Centers for the past 3 years. I am a retired Motorcycle Police Officer. I have been riding motorcycles for 40 years & I have probably ridden close to half a million miles. My goal as a RiderCoach is to help new riders operate their motorcycles safely. We live in the most densely congested area of the Country (NY/NJ Metro area) and with proper training I feel that riders will have a safe & successful ride.

Hey, I’m Alex. I’ve been riding for over 25 years and have been working at Motorcycle Riding Centers since 2013. I’ve attended many riding schools and ride year-round, so I know how valuable good training and a strong foundation can be.

One of my favorite parts of teaching is working with people who have never been on a motorcycle before. Watching them learn, have everything click, and feel that joy and accomplishment is priceless. It’s just as rewarding when they come back later to share stories from their rides and adventures.

That’s what it’s all about for me. I hope to see you in class soon and be there as your riding journey begins!

Hi! My name is Bobby Adamo. I signed up for the Basic RiderCourse in 2009, started riding, and Shari was my RiderCoach. I quickly fell in love with the sport of riding and after two years of practicing everything I learned in the BRC I decided to go through the Ridercoach program. I became a Ridercoach in 2011 and I’ve been coaching ever since. I truly love and I have a deep passion for coaching new riders and old riders in safe proper motorcycling techniques. It’s an honor and a blessing to know that the skills I’ve coached have kept so many riders on the open road. To my students from the past and in the future, I look forward to riding with you and happy motorcycling!

Hi I’m Mike Grasso! I’ve been riding motorcycles from dirt bikes up through metric and American cruisers for the last 40 years. I have been a RiderCoach with Motorcycle Riding Centers for the past 4 years. I am a Motor Officer and Instructor certified by the Maryland State Police since 1998. I am actively involved in the training of all Police Motor Officers in the State of New Jersey and additional States. My biggest goal is to assist new riders and experienced riders attending the Motorcycle Riding Centers MSF Training Program to learn the proper techniques, which will keep them safe and help them to enjoy their riding experience for decades to come.

Hello Beautiful People, I’m Janet Santiago, 🙂 Riding motorcycles is my passion, I LOVE it. I live for it. I have been riding for over 20 years. Long Distance Riding is my joy & I have ridden over 100,000 miles between all my bikes through the USA + Canada. My best riding experience is having completed (2) solo cross country motorcycle rides. NJ to CA and back. It was surreal. For as long as I can remember I wanted to share this value and become an instructor. I’ve had many close calls on the road, and the safety techniques that I’ve learned are what have saved me every time. Always making safety a priority is how I am still here today. I credit these values to taking motorcycle safety classes. Riding safe, riding smart, loving my ride. I look forward to meeting you all! 🙂

Hi, I’m George and I’ve loved motorcycling ever since I was in grade school. The world is great to see when you are experiencing it on a bike! I trained here at Motorcycle Riding Centers in three different skill classes, because the instructors are excellent, and they are committed to ensure you learn to ride properly and safely. Also, what I learned here has saved me —more than once— from difficult and challenging situations on the open road. It’s great to see the connections our students make as they learn, and their skill development improves. I would love to help your journey into the fun world of motorcycling—and I hope to see you in one of our classes soon!

My name is Big Mike aka (Snax). I’ve been riding approximately 37 years. When I first visited Motorcycle Riding Centers to say hello to some of my friends that teach there, then I realized that I had bad habits of my own. It is an amazing safety course with amazing coaches so I decided to join their team and become a rider coach myself. I am excited to share my knowledge and to make motorcycling safe and fun for others. The courses are for new potential riders who never rode a motorcycle as well as advanced courses for a rider to be taught by some of the best instructors in the business.

Hi my name is Richie, As a Veteran, I took up riding to expand my travels. over the past 30 years, I Started with sport bikes and I’ve expanded to cruisers for the long rides cross country. Riding has been not only a passion but a great way to take in the sites while traveling from coast-to-coast. I became a rider coach, so that I can help educate the importance of safety and to empower new riders, so they too can get out there and enjoy the open road and see this great country of ours and hopefully Start your own motorcycle journeys and create your own memories. Safe travels.

Hi my name is Joe. I’m a retired motor officer from Jersey city. I have 22 years experience riding motorcycles. I really encourage motorcycle safety, and I truly believe in every rider on the road having the most important and best training possible to become the best and safest rider they can be. The more training you have the more fun motorcycling will become. I look forward to seeing you in class.

Hi, I'm Matt and I've been riding motorcycles just under 30 years. I've ridden from New Jersey long distance to several other states. Riding motorcycles is a passion for me nothing compares to getting out there, feeling the wind, and experiencing the freedom while riding. I was given the opportunity to become an MSF motorcycle instructor with Motorcycle Riding Centers and I look forward to teach new students, and experienced ones, the proper riding skills to keep them safe on the road.

Hi everyone! I'm Christy. I was a prospective student looking to learn to ride and get my endorsement, like you, just a few years ago. I chose to go through Motorcycle Riding Centers at the Riverdale location. My experience overall and respect for the coaches had me keeping in touch with everyone and making the choice to study and become a RiderCoach myself. I couldn't be happier to give back to the amazing crew of Coaches and get new riders on the road with the techniques and safety minded thinking needed to bring Serious Fun to their ride. See you on the range and on the road!!

Hi. My name is Sean and I have been riding for almost 30 years now. There is truly nothing like seeing things from the seat of a motorcycle. I am proud to be a member of Motorcycle Riding Centers team of Rider Coaches. I look forward to helping those who are beginning their motorcycling journey or those who wish to improve their motorcycling skills.

Hi! My name is Jenn. I have been riding motorcycles for about 20 years. I have been molding young minds with the math skills for 23 years and now I would like to share my knowledge in coaching new students learning to ride their motorcycles. Looking forward to adding new adventures and skills to new motorcyclist.

Hello! My name is Irene and I’ve been a motorcyclist since 2009. Like many of you, I took the MSF Basic Rider Course with absolutely zero motorcycling knowledge or experience. One of the things that stood out was that motorcycling is serious fun. My coaches were so enthusiastic and committed to providing us with the tools I needed to begin my journey as a safe rider. So, in 2015, I joined the community of RiderCoaches. It’s so exciting to witness that “a-ha!” moment when a new skill clicks. I hope you join us soon for a safe and fun two days of learning to ride.

Hi, my name is John.

As a proud United States Marine Corps veteran, I’ve always had a passion for helping others and sharing my experiences.

My motorcycle journey began in 2013 when I earned my license through the Motorcycle Riding Center. Since then, I’ve developed a true love for riding, experiencing everything from sport bikes to cruisers.

I enjoyed my experience at the Motorcycle Riding Center so much that I returned to become a certified Rider Coach. For me, teaching is more than just helping someone learn to ride. It’s about sharing my passion, promoting safety, and helping new riders build the skills and confidence to enjoy the open road.

There’s nothing more rewarding than watching new riders discover the same freedom and excitement that made me fall in love with motorcycles.

Hi. My name is Bruce and I started riding dirt bikes before I was a teenager and obtained my motorcycle endorsement when I turned 18. After over 50 years riding a motorcycle, I am still learning something new every single time I throw a leg over a motorcycle.

In 2015, my daughter took the MSF Basic RiderCourse and told me, “Dad, you should really do this.” Taking her advice and becoming a certified RiderCoach has been one of the most rewarding rides of my life. Since then, I’ve been teaching new riders, sharing the wealth of knowledge I’ve picked up over five decades, and meeting some truly incredible people along the way. For me, coaching isn’t just a hobby—it’s the ultimate way to give back to the sport that has given me so much.

My passion for motorcycles began in the early 1980s, riding dirt bikes before transitioning to street motorcycles in 1989. With over 40 years of riding experience, I’ve developed a love for all types of riding, including off-road, adventure, sport, and touring. In 2025, I became a certified MSF RiderCoach, giving me the opportunity to share my passion and experience with new riders.