About Yamaha Australian Institute of Motocross

2007 is here and Yamaha Motor Australia has implemented a new Motocross focused rider training program for 2007, built on the solid foundations of the Stephen Gall Academy of Off Road Riding that Yamaha Motor has supported since 1978.

Yamaha Australian Institute of Motocross (or Y-AIM) has been implemented to further increase the frequency and level of rider training available. Y-AIM agents have been carefully selected to build on the commitment by Yamaha to continue to provide safe and effective training for riders of all brands of dirt bikes, and cater for the new compulsory training required by Motorcycling Australia. The new Y-AIM program will cater for the demands of the modern era.

Courses are offered over 1, 2 or 3 days by negotiation at locations Australia wide. These courses cater for juniors and seniors, from beginners to advance. Our flexible course format enables us to discuss the club's needs and provide the best possible experience for all riders.

Lyndon Heffernan is the Director of the Yamaha Academy of Off Road Riding and has been working on this exciting new MX specific program for some time. Lyndon has recently confirmed the program will commence in 2007 and that Shane Metcalfe is the Y –AIM Academy Agent for South Australia and Northern Territory.

The coaches have a vast racing experience and coaching credentials will compliment the implementation of the Y-AIM program.

Qualified assistants have been selected to help run each riding school. We can deliver a safe, professional, up-to-date and valuable course for your club members in 2007 teaching the latest riding techniques and the latest physical preparation information.

Another recent accolade for the Academy occurred when Academy head coach Shane Booth was contracted to work in the USA to be personal coach to James "Bubba" Stewart.

 All Y-AIM courses can be used for compulsory training logbooks and we can also include "Kick start" new rider applications in most cases.

The Academy will advertised through local motorcycle clubs, Yamaha dealerships, and a number of websites as well as in national magazines.