12 Reviews

The Edge Motorcycle Training

Edmonton, Alberta
Reviews
Tyler Moorcraft
31 May 2021
REPORT
In all honesty I would not recommend this school. The owner is only invested because it is her business. Not because she wants to teach, not because she wants to help you. It’s only about the money. T... Read More
In all honesty I would not recommend this school. The owner is only invested because it is her business. Not because she wants to teach, not because she wants to help you. It’s only about the money. The general feeling I got when I took the course was that they didn’t care if you knew how to ride a bike or pass the test as long as they got paid. Yes you do learn basic (and I do mean BASIC skills) here. You will not learn what they say that they will teach you on the website. There is no road prep, there is a lot of running around on little 150 Honda’s if that’s your thing, driving around in parking lots around pylons... The bikes they have are in generally poor condition (the clutch on mine kept sticking) and the course itself DOES NOT teach you what you need for the road They will teach you... Proper stopping Slipping the clutch (better control of the bike at low speed) Breaking (which is important) Hill starts (which I did have to do on my road test) Ready Position (which will save your life) There is value in taking a course like this one. I did learn some valuable things in this course. However I think there are better options out there and more understanding teachers. However nothing will replace riding around with an experienced rider. Anyway, I feel personally that the school doesn’t live up to their promises and they do misrepresent what you will learn. And here’s a copy of my certificate if the owner wants to say that this is a fake review... Email exchange update: Read Less
James Blanchard
21 May 2020
REPORT
I did learn a lot; however, the owner was extremely rude and condescending. She did not understand that some people are new to riding. Her partner was good though and was friendly. One of the main rea... Read More
I did learn a lot; however, the owner was extremely rude and condescending. She did not understand that some people are new to riding. Her partner was good though and was friendly. One of the main reasons I booked the course was the ability to go back and use their bikes to practice, but whenever our course was over, they shut down for the entire summer. I also booked the course because they used to have instructors come to the facility after the course to do the road test but this was also never done due to the government switching their road testing procedures. I figured we would go out on the road after the course completion at least, but never got the chance to do so. There was no option to back out of the course when they knew that this wouldn't be happening. I emailed and asked for compensation but this obviously didn't happen. The parking lot they used was full of pot holes and uneven gravel. I also purchased a brand new $600 motorcycle jacket from Argyl sports which had all the proper requirements, tags and everything .. but the owner, Trina, told me that it couldn't be used so I had to use one of theirs. If you're looking for a fun and friendly experience, I would NOT recommend the Edge Motorcycle Training. Read Less
Ryan F
29 Jun 2018
REPORT
I had a great time taking The Edge's beginner course. I haven't ridden a bike since I had a dirt bike, 15 years ago. David, Trina and company explained techniques, gave a lot of positive AND negative ... Read More
I had a great time taking The Edge's beginner course. I haven't ridden a bike since I had a dirt bike, 15 years ago. David, Trina and company explained techniques, gave a lot of positive AND negative feedback (which is needed to correct bad habits or unsafe riding practices), discussed in detail riding techniques, safety, road rules, all within a two day period. I'm more than satisfied with how the course was laid out and structured, and the instructors were quite professional. To the negative reviewers, when it comes to instructors "barking" at people, they're usually trying to get your attention if you're putting someone else in danger, or ensuring that you can hear them. I'm damn near deaf so they would talk much louder in order to communicate. The bikes are used on a closed course and have some road scars, they're used with people who have never ridden bikes and are dropped frequently. I witnessed a bike get dropped in my class, so obviously the company isn't going to use brand new bikes for training purposes. Reviewers complaining that they didn't get any actual "road use" don't realize how dangerous that is, to have beginners ride on public roads with no prior experience seems like a recipe for disaster. I believe most of these one star reviewers lack basic common sense when it comes to their grievances towards the instructors and owner. If you're planning on getting your class 6, have never ridden a bike or need a refresher, this is a great course. The exercises help with rider agility, balance and co-ordination, all skills required on the road. Thanks again to The Edge for the fantastic training! Read Less
Ian Mckee
10 May 2018
REPORT
Had a great experience with Edge. Went from almost no bike experience to passing my road test in 9 days. Instructors were wonderful. They kept the group moving, progressing and engaged. I even came ba... Read More
Had a great experience with Edge. Went from almost no bike experience to passing my road test in 9 days. Instructors were wonderful. They kept the group moving, progressing and engaged. I even came back for 3 extra self directed lunch hour sessions, at no cost, to practice up my skills and build confidence on the bike. Great 2 day program, I highly recommend this course and company. Read Less
David Wong
2 Apr 2018
REPORT
I went through another school with two friends after we took the training at the edge. At first I thought I was the problem as my instructor pointed out. I wasn’t ready to test and should take more tr... Read More
I went through another school with two friends after we took the training at the edge. At first I thought I was the problem as my instructor pointed out. I wasn’t ready to test and should take more training. Frustrated, and especially so after reading the owners responses to other legitimate concerns, I had to write a review. The second school offered after course training and free use of bikes including riding gear which I didn’t have at edge. They also had 12 students on course and all got on road or actual street training which none of us got at the edge training. What a joke. Other courses actually followed up with us until we passed the class 6. This school just worked against us. The male instructor at the edge was pretty good but the lady owner was a complete mess. Unprofessional and a waste of time and money. Save your money and go to TNT or CTECH. Learn to ride on actual roads vs a flea market parking lot. The flea market lot should have been a give away. Where there is smoke there is fire. There’s a reason this school gets bad ratings so often and other are doing so well. Read Less
Roger Barker
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
honest review. knowledgeable instructors, but little to no customer service. answering phone calls or emails is a huge burden for staff it seems, and for the $ you are giving them it just doesn't make... Read More
honest review. knowledgeable instructors, but little to no customer service. answering phone calls or emails is a huge burden for staff it seems, and for the $ you are giving them it just doesn't make sense. gained great skills from the course, just felt like they did not want to deal with me. Read Less
Lorne Mills
24 Jul 2017
REPORT
There is some learning at this training provider but mostly for first time riders. Strictly parking lot manoeuvers with no on road or class 6 road test coaching. Management is very controlling and i... Read More
There is some learning at this training provider but mostly for first time riders. Strictly parking lot manoeuvers with no on road or class 6 road test coaching. Management is very controlling and insensitive to student or customer needs , I am still owed a bike rental refund which is being refused, be careful. i completed the class 6 road test on my own and had no problem. Other trainers will provide better value and enjoyment I am sure. Read Less
Carmen Lappin
3 Jun 2017
REPORT
The Edge operates an extremely professional business and takes on the responsibility seriously of ensuring their students are safe and ready for the road. Trina and Dave’s style/method of teaching com... Read More
The Edge operates an extremely professional business and takes on the responsibility seriously of ensuring their students are safe and ready for the road. Trina and Dave’s style/method of teaching complemented each other as they thought the same techniques, but how they communicated/demonstrated differently the feedback helped students grasp the skills more easily. These instructors have the ability to educate, demonstrate and transfer to the students the skills necessary to ride a motorcycle with confidence and in a safe manner. You guys were amazing!! THANK YOU. The Edge was very generous in accommodating at no charge more practice time as my husband and I travelled close to 2 hours for the course and it was not feasible for us to come to the free available daily noon practice time. The continuous feedback, repetition and demonstration was very important to correct any incorrect habits from developing. Trina & Dave emphasized the importance of learning the right methods in a controlled environment to develop confident, be safe and enjoy motorcycling on the road. When I read through The Edge’s website at first I was disappointed that there would be no road practice, but after the 2 days I was glad we didn’t, I realized safety for the students and other people using the road is of utmost important to The Edge. The Edge wants to ensure their students receive effective instruction and are able to demonstrate the skills being taught for everyone’s safety. I went from not knowing how to ride a motorcycle May 11, 2017 to being confident in riding and knowing that when I hit the road I will have the necessary skills for the safety of myself and others and enjoy the ride. Passed my class 6 road test the first time on June 1, 2017. Our Insurance provider the cooperators value this course; I went from a non-experienced rider to 3 years’ experience rider from taking the course. Insurance could have been $2200.00 but with The Edge course was $1100.00. I would recommend The Edge’s course to both new riders and for those who want to boost their skills, what I learnt in 2 days would have taken me years of riding to learn and that could have been very scary, stressful and dangerous to myself and other motorist. It also sharpened my motorist skills. Thank you, I appreciate the generous accommodating riding time and the feedback The Edge offered to ensure my success and safety. Read Less
Paul G
2 Jun 2017
REPORT
I arrived at the course with the attitude that I knew how to ride a bike, but that I was probably missing some valuable skills, especially how to handle a bike at low speeds. Not only did they teach ... Read More
I arrived at the course with the attitude that I knew how to ride a bike, but that I was probably missing some valuable skills, especially how to handle a bike at low speeds. Not only did they teach me how to handle a bike slowly, but also showed me where I was wrong on smaller details, like foot position on the pegs. Finished the course last Thursday and got my license this Wednesday using their test bike. I would highly recommend this course for beginners, but even more for experienced riders. You dont realize how many bad habits you have until someone points them out, and how to correct them. Big thumbs up to Edge Motorcycle Training!!! Read Less
Jason Cartier
17 May 2017
REPORT
My experience with edge was awesome, they (Trina and Dave) showed me all the basic skills necessary to face pretty much any obstacles or situations we as new riders might encounter on a daily basis...... Read More
My experience with edge was awesome, they (Trina and Dave) showed me all the basic skills necessary to face pretty much any obstacles or situations we as new riders might encounter on a daily basis.....enough so that I passed my rider test a few days after the course. I strongly recommend this course to people who want a hands-on approach ....they were very friendly and helpful.....so don't be shy give Edge a call...you won't regret it. see you on the road, Jason . Read Less
Tina Smith
25 Mar 2017
REPORT
If you are looking to get confident and learn how to handle a motorcycle .... well look no further!! This is the place for you. I have gained confidence as a rider but also gained more knowledge as a ... Read More
If you are looking to get confident and learn how to handle a motorcycle .... well look no further!! This is the place for you. I have gained confidence as a rider but also gained more knowledge as a driver. The staff is amazing, I would sincerely recommend this motorcycle training course to everyone. Thank you so much The Edge! Read Less
GE MIKE
9 Jun 2016
REPORT
Great instructors, patient, knowledgeable, and great course outline. Definitely recommended for this purpose. Unfortunately, a telephone call to the office to make some further inquiries on reservi... Read More
Great instructors, patient, knowledgeable, and great course outline. Definitely recommended for this purpose. Unfortunately, a telephone call to the office to make some further inquiries on reserving a bike to practice before my road test was met with rudeness, literally telling me that I shouldn't be calling her. Left quite a sour taste in my mouth. Perhaps Edge should hire someone who doesn't mind answering the phones in a pleasant manner. Needless to say, despite booking an afternoon off of work, and showing up 2 hours early to get in lots of practice, there was no bike available to practice with, as the only available "road-worthy" cruiser bike was being used by others who were using it for the road test. Thankfully I had 5 minutes of practice on the bike before actually going on my road test. Wow! Edge does not offer any "on-road" training either, unlike some of the other motorcycle training available in the city. Luckily I already owned a bike and was able get some real time road practice before my Class 6 road test (which I passed by the way). Learning the motorcycle skills in a parking lot is great, but a huge difference when you actually get on the road. Without some prior road time experience before the Class 6 road test, this is setting up new riders for failure. If you don't own a bike already, I would recommend looking for a motorcycle school that offers "on-road" training as part of their course. And don't call the office. They don't like phone calls. If you have a bike and can get real road experience and practice, then instructors at the Edge are awesome. Read Less
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The Edge Motorcycle Training

Edmonton, Alberta
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12011 111 Avenue Northwest
Edmonton Alberta T5G 0E7
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-12:00PM
Tyler Moorcraft
31 May 2021
REPORT
In all honesty I would not recommend this school. The owner is only invested because it is her business. Not because she wants to teach, not because she wants to help you. It’s only about the money. T... Read More
In all honesty I would not recommend this school. The owner is only invested because it is her business. Not because she wants to teach, not because she wants to help you. It’s only about the money. The general feeling I got when I took the course was that they didn’t care if you knew how to ride a bike or pass the test as long as they got paid. Yes you do learn basic (and I do mean BASIC skills) here. You will not learn what they say that they will teach you on the website. There is no road prep, there is a lot of running around on little 150 Honda’s if that’s your thing, driving around in parking lots around pylons... The bikes they have are in generally poor condition (the clutch on mine kept sticking) and the course itself DOES NOT teach you what you need for the road They will teach you... Proper stopping Slipping the clutch (better control of the bike at low speed) Breaking (which is important) Hill starts (which I did have to do on my road test) Ready Position (which will save your life) There is value in taking a course like this one. I did learn some valuable things in this course. However I think there are better options out there and more understanding teachers. However nothing will replace riding around with an experienced rider. Anyway, I feel personally that the school doesn’t live up to their promises and they do misrepresent what you will learn. And here’s a copy of my certificate if the owner wants to say that this is a fake review... Email exchange update: Read Less
James Blanchard
21 May 2020
REPORT
I did learn a lot; however, the owner was extremely rude and condescending. She did not understand that some people are new to riding. Her partner was good though and was friendly. One of the main rea... Read More
I did learn a lot; however, the owner was extremely rude and condescending. She did not understand that some people are new to riding. Her partner was good though and was friendly. One of the main reasons I booked the course was the ability to go back and use their bikes to practice, but whenever our course was over, they shut down for the entire summer. I also booked the course because they used to have instructors come to the facility after the course to do the road test but this was also never done due to the government switching their road testing procedures. I figured we would go out on the road after the course completion at least, but never got the chance to do so. There was no option to back out of the course when they knew that this wouldn't be happening. I emailed and asked for compensation but this obviously didn't happen. The parking lot they used was full of pot holes and uneven gravel. I also purchased a brand new $600 motorcycle jacket from Argyl sports which had all the proper requirements, tags and everything .. but the owner, Trina, told me that it couldn't be used so I had to use one of theirs. If you're looking for a fun and friendly experience, I would NOT recommend the Edge Motorcycle Training. Read Less
Ryan F
29 Jun 2018
REPORT
I had a great time taking The Edge's beginner course. I haven't ridden a bike since I had a dirt bike, 15 years ago. David, Trina and company explained techniques, gave a lot of positive AND negative ... Read More
I had a great time taking The Edge's beginner course. I haven't ridden a bike since I had a dirt bike, 15 years ago. David, Trina and company explained techniques, gave a lot of positive AND negative feedback (which is needed to correct bad habits or unsafe riding practices), discussed in detail riding techniques, safety, road rules, all within a two day period. I'm more than satisfied with how the course was laid out and structured, and the instructors were quite professional. To the negative reviewers, when it comes to instructors "barking" at people, they're usually trying to get your attention if you're putting someone else in danger, or ensuring that you can hear them. I'm damn near deaf so they would talk much louder in order to communicate. The bikes are used on a closed course and have some road scars, they're used with people who have never ridden bikes and are dropped frequently. I witnessed a bike get dropped in my class, so obviously the company isn't going to use brand new bikes for training purposes. Reviewers complaining that they didn't get any actual "road use" don't realize how dangerous that is, to have beginners ride on public roads with no prior experience seems like a recipe for disaster. I believe most of these one star reviewers lack basic common sense when it comes to their grievances towards the instructors and owner. If you're planning on getting your class 6, have never ridden a bike or need a refresher, this is a great course. The exercises help with rider agility, balance and co-ordination, all skills required on the road. Thanks again to The Edge for the fantastic training! Read Less
Ian Mckee
10 May 2018
REPORT
Had a great experience with Edge. Went from almost no bike experience to passing my road test in 9 days. Instructors were wonderful. They kept the group moving, progressing and engaged. I even came ba... Read More
Had a great experience with Edge. Went from almost no bike experience to passing my road test in 9 days. Instructors were wonderful. They kept the group moving, progressing and engaged. I even came back for 3 extra self directed lunch hour sessions, at no cost, to practice up my skills and build confidence on the bike. Great 2 day program, I highly recommend this course and company. Read Less
David Wong
2 Apr 2018
REPORT
I went through another school with two friends after we took the training at the edge. At first I thought I was the problem as my instructor pointed out. I wasn’t ready to test and should take more tr... Read More
I went through another school with two friends after we took the training at the edge. At first I thought I was the problem as my instructor pointed out. I wasn’t ready to test and should take more training. Frustrated, and especially so after reading the owners responses to other legitimate concerns, I had to write a review. The second school offered after course training and free use of bikes including riding gear which I didn’t have at edge. They also had 12 students on course and all got on road or actual street training which none of us got at the edge training. What a joke. Other courses actually followed up with us until we passed the class 6. This school just worked against us. The male instructor at the edge was pretty good but the lady owner was a complete mess. Unprofessional and a waste of time and money. Save your money and go to TNT or CTECH. Learn to ride on actual roads vs a flea market parking lot. The flea market lot should have been a give away. Where there is smoke there is fire. There’s a reason this school gets bad ratings so often and other are doing so well. Read Less
Roger Barker
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
honest review. knowledgeable instructors, but little to no customer service. answering phone calls or emails is a huge burden for staff it seems, and for the $ you are giving them it just doesn't make... Read More
honest review. knowledgeable instructors, but little to no customer service. answering phone calls or emails is a huge burden for staff it seems, and for the $ you are giving them it just doesn't make sense. gained great skills from the course, just felt like they did not want to deal with me. Read Less
Lorne Mills
24 Jul 2017
REPORT
There is some learning at this training provider but mostly for first time riders. Strictly parking lot manoeuvers with no on road or class 6 road test coaching. Management is very controlling and i... Read More
There is some learning at this training provider but mostly for first time riders. Strictly parking lot manoeuvers with no on road or class 6 road test coaching. Management is very controlling and insensitive to student or customer needs , I am still owed a bike rental refund which is being refused, be careful. i completed the class 6 road test on my own and had no problem. Other trainers will provide better value and enjoyment I am sure. Read Less
Carmen Lappin
3 Jun 2017
REPORT
The Edge operates an extremely professional business and takes on the responsibility seriously of ensuring their students are safe and ready for the road. Trina and Dave’s style/method of teaching com... Read More
The Edge operates an extremely professional business and takes on the responsibility seriously of ensuring their students are safe and ready for the road. Trina and Dave’s style/method of teaching complemented each other as they thought the same techniques, but how they communicated/demonstrated differently the feedback helped students grasp the skills more easily. These instructors have the ability to educate, demonstrate and transfer to the students the skills necessary to ride a motorcycle with confidence and in a safe manner. You guys were amazing!! THANK YOU. The Edge was very generous in accommodating at no charge more practice time as my husband and I travelled close to 2 hours for the course and it was not feasible for us to come to the free available daily noon practice time. The continuous feedback, repetition and demonstration was very important to correct any incorrect habits from developing. Trina & Dave emphasized the importance of learning the right methods in a controlled environment to develop confident, be safe and enjoy motorcycling on the road. When I read through The Edge’s website at first I was disappointed that there would be no road practice, but after the 2 days I was glad we didn’t, I realized safety for the students and other people using the road is of utmost important to The Edge. The Edge wants to ensure their students receive effective instruction and are able to demonstrate the skills being taught for everyone’s safety. I went from not knowing how to ride a motorcycle May 11, 2017 to being confident in riding and knowing that when I hit the road I will have the necessary skills for the safety of myself and others and enjoy the ride. Passed my class 6 road test the first time on June 1, 2017. Our Insurance provider the cooperators value this course; I went from a non-experienced rider to 3 years’ experience rider from taking the course. Insurance could have been $2200.00 but with The Edge course was $1100.00. I would recommend The Edge’s course to both new riders and for those who want to boost their skills, what I learnt in 2 days would have taken me years of riding to learn and that could have been very scary, stressful and dangerous to myself and other motorist. It also sharpened my motorist skills. Thank you, I appreciate the generous accommodating riding time and the feedback The Edge offered to ensure my success and safety. Read Less
Paul G
2 Jun 2017
REPORT
I arrived at the course with the attitude that I knew how to ride a bike, but that I was probably missing some valuable skills, especially how to handle a bike at low speeds. Not only did they teach ... Read More
I arrived at the course with the attitude that I knew how to ride a bike, but that I was probably missing some valuable skills, especially how to handle a bike at low speeds. Not only did they teach me how to handle a bike slowly, but also showed me where I was wrong on smaller details, like foot position on the pegs. Finished the course last Thursday and got my license this Wednesday using their test bike. I would highly recommend this course for beginners, but even more for experienced riders. You dont realize how many bad habits you have until someone points them out, and how to correct them. Big thumbs up to Edge Motorcycle Training!!! Read Less
Jason Cartier
17 May 2017
REPORT
My experience with edge was awesome, they (Trina and Dave) showed me all the basic skills necessary to face pretty much any obstacles or situations we as new riders might encounter on a daily basis...... Read More
My experience with edge was awesome, they (Trina and Dave) showed me all the basic skills necessary to face pretty much any obstacles or situations we as new riders might encounter on a daily basis.....enough so that I passed my rider test a few days after the course. I strongly recommend this course to people who want a hands-on approach ....they were very friendly and helpful.....so don't be shy give Edge a call...you won't regret it. see you on the road, Jason . Read Less
Tina Smith
25 Mar 2017
REPORT
If you are looking to get confident and learn how to handle a motorcycle .... well look no further!! This is the place for you. I have gained confidence as a rider but also gained more knowledge as a ... Read More
If you are looking to get confident and learn how to handle a motorcycle .... well look no further!! This is the place for you. I have gained confidence as a rider but also gained more knowledge as a driver. The staff is amazing, I would sincerely recommend this motorcycle training course to everyone. Thank you so much The Edge! Read Less
GE MIKE
9 Jun 2016
REPORT
Great instructors, patient, knowledgeable, and great course outline. Definitely recommended for this purpose. Unfortunately, a telephone call to the office to make some further inquiries on reservi... Read More
Great instructors, patient, knowledgeable, and great course outline. Definitely recommended for this purpose. Unfortunately, a telephone call to the office to make some further inquiries on reserving a bike to practice before my road test was met with rudeness, literally telling me that I shouldn't be calling her. Left quite a sour taste in my mouth. Perhaps Edge should hire someone who doesn't mind answering the phones in a pleasant manner. Needless to say, despite booking an afternoon off of work, and showing up 2 hours early to get in lots of practice, there was no bike available to practice with, as the only available "road-worthy" cruiser bike was being used by others who were using it for the road test. Thankfully I had 5 minutes of practice on the bike before actually going on my road test. Wow! Edge does not offer any "on-road" training either, unlike some of the other motorcycle training available in the city. Luckily I already owned a bike and was able get some real time road practice before my Class 6 road test (which I passed by the way). Learning the motorcycle skills in a parking lot is great, but a huge difference when you actually get on the road. Without some prior road time experience before the Class 6 road test, this is setting up new riders for failure. If you don't own a bike already, I would recommend looking for a motorcycle school that offers "on-road" training as part of their course. And don't call the office. They don't like phone calls. If you have a bike and can get real road experience and practice, then instructors at the Edge are awesome. Read Less
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