About Roadcraft
Welcome to Roadcraft
Russ Stevenson, the school’s owner has over 37 years of motorcycle test training experience, probably more than any other DSA qualified Motorbike instructor in the U.K, Starting with a school called Star Rider in October 1984.
He passed his first advanced riding course with Star Rider in November 1984, started Roadcraft in March 1989 and took the IAM advanced test as a matter of course just to add to the certificate collection in 1993 and has recently passed his ROSPA advanced riding test to a gold standard in August 2019 so holds THREE advanced riding awards and is a DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme advanced instructor. To keep his riding at the best standard possible he also entered many road safety competitions which were Organised by the Police forces in Staffordshire and surrounding areas culminating in many awards and trophies, we believe there is no other rider or instructor in the UK with as many awards. Russ has also trained or help train up other instructors who have gone on to start up their own training schools over the years but Roadcraft remains the longest established school in the East Midlands and quite possibly in the world. There’s no substitute for experience.
What our customers think
You can see we're very proud of our school, being established for over 33 years means we're certainly doing something right but don't just take our word for it, check out our superb Google Reviews
"I passed my direct access with the help of Roadcraft in Nottingham and wanted to thank the lads (Russ, Chris, Andy and Ron) for their outstanding work. This motorcycle course was a gift from my wonderful girlfriend and it’s one of the best gifts I’ve ever had. The teaching methods are top notch and have made me more aware in my car. I really hope I can recommend your school to someone looking to get their test in the future. Thanks again Roadcraft."
Mr. A.J. Kelham, Nottingham.
"I’ve been wanting to do my bike test for years but never had the courage before, mainly because I always thought that bike riding was a “man-thing” and not really for women. Roadcraft was recommended by a friend so I gave them a call. I’m so glad I did! They were very friendly, encouraged me constantly, and gave me the confidence required to pass first time. Thanks for your sense of humour, lads!"
Bekki Williams, Derbyshire.
"I chose Roadcraft to do my CBT and then DAS course because my son had used this particular school previously. My first experience is of a friendly, realistic team approach. I feel safe with my instructor who is consistently positive and never makes me feel inferior. The training I received was structured and thorough (probably prompting me to polish my car driving standards) I would recommend this training to any motorcyclist… you can never stop learning."
Monica Vaughan, Nottingham.
"I’ve always loved bikes and wanted to train as soon as possible. I chose Roadcraft because they were quite local and came highly recommended, and I have to say that the recommendation was well-deserved. There’s a real “team spirit” here that you don’t see everyday, and the emphasis is on safety at all times which I found very refreshing. I enjoyed my training so much that I am now making enquiries about becoming an motorcycle instructor myself."
Paul Saxton, Derbyshire.
"I passed my motorcycle test with Roadcraft 3 years ago and was already considered a competent rider until I enrolled on Roadcraft’s one day advanced course recently. I was amazed at how much more aware, confident and smooth I became during the course of the day and am sure I’m using less fuel and tyre rubber now!! Thanks to Russ and Steve for their patience and sense humour. It was a superb day out with some lovely country roads and I look forward to the next instalment with a smile on my face."
Glen Taylor, Nottingham
The award winning motorcycle training school
To keep our own riding ability to the highest possible standards, we at Roadcraft Motorbike school in Nottingham entered Road safety competitions which were organised by police in the Midlands. We were very successful and won many awards.
There are no other schools that we are aware of that have won as many awards as we have.
By keeping our riding and training standards as high as possible, we feel that these successes will be passed on to you!
Russ Stevenson, the school’s owner has over 33 years of Instructing experience, Starting with a Motorcycle Training school called Star Rider in October 1984.
To keep his riding and training at the best standard possible he also entered various road safety competitions which were Organised by the Police forces in Staffordshire and surrounding areas culminating in many awards and trophies, we believe there is no other motorcycle rider or instructor in the UK with as many awards.