1st Castle Motorcycle Training
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Motorcycle Training (CBT)
1st Castle Motorcycle Training
32, Portsmouth PO6 1UW
# 1st Castle Motorcycle Training
1st Castle Motorcycle Training is a Portsmouth-based riding school with nearly 50 years of experience teaching UK riders. They specialise in accredited motorcycle training courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels, serving aspiring riders and those looking to progress their skills.
The school caters to everyone from complete novices taking their Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) through to experienced riders seeking advanced qualifications. Their core audience includes 16-year-olds starting on A1 bikes, 18-year-olds on A2 restrictions, and riders aged 24+ pursuing full category A licences via the Direct Access Scheme (DAS).
What sets 1st Castle apart is their commitment to personalised learning. Rather than rigid, one-size-fits-all programmes, they explicitly offer flexible courses tailored to individual needs. If students require training not on their standard menu, the team will endeavour to accommodate bespoke requests. This approach, combined with their five-decade track record, builds trust with learners.
They've modernised their offering by enabling online CBT bookings and introducing Klarna payment options, making training more accessible. Their CBT courses are notably popular and fill quickly, indicating strong reputation and demand.
The school uses appropriate training bikes—650cc motorcycles for DAS courses—and maintains DVSA standards, evidenced by their featured DVS video content. Their administration team is positioned as friendly and helpful, reducing barriers to enquiry.
1st Castle Motorcycle Training is a Portsmouth-based riding school with nearly 50 years of experience teaching UK riders. They specialise in accredited motorcycle training courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels, serving aspiring riders and those looking to progress their skills.
The school caters to everyone from complete novices taking their Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) through to experienced riders seeking advanced qualifications. Their core audience includes 16-year-olds starting on A1 bikes, 18-year-olds on A2 restrictions, and riders aged 24+ pursuing full category A licences via the Direct Access Scheme (DAS).
What sets 1st Castle apart is their commitment to personalised learning. Rather than rigid, one-size-fits-all programmes, they explicitly offer flexible courses tailored to individual needs. If students require training not on their standard menu, the team will endeavour to accommodate bespoke requests. This approach, combined with their five-decade track record, builds trust with learners.
They've modernised their offering by enabling online CBT bookings and introducing Klarna payment options, making training more accessible. Their CBT courses are notably popular and fill quickly, indicating strong reputation and demand.
The school uses appropriate training bikes—650cc motorcycles for DAS courses—and maintains DVSA standards, evidenced by their featured DVS video content. Their administration team is positioned as friendly and helpful, reducing barriers to enquiry.
Services offered
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)Direct Access Scheme (DAS)Progressive AccessEnhanced Rider Scheme (ERS)Back to BikesAdvanced coursesBespoke customised trainingOnline course booking