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Bike Patrol Training Courses

American Bike Patrol Services provides law-enforcement-focused bicycle patrol training for agencies starting, expanding, or improving a bike patrol unit. Courses are designed for police, campus safety, security, parks, and public safety personnel who need practical patrol riding skills, officer safety, and agency-ready instruction.

  • Basic Bike Patrol Course

    This course introduces the basic riding skills, safety practices, and patrol tactics needed to use a bicycle as an effective patrol tool.

    1 Day / 8 Hours

    • Officer safety and patrol awareness
    • Bike handling, control, and braking
    • Helps reduce patrol-related liability
    • Lunch provided for students
    Bike Patrol Course 

  • Intra-Departmental Bike Patrol Instructors Course

    Develops instructor skills for teaching bike patrol operations, including safety, coaching, and course management.

    2 Day / 16 Hours

    • Instructor roles and safety
    • Teaching and demonstrating skills
    • Coaching and evaluation
    • Managing group training
    Bike Patrol Instructors Course 

Which Course Is Right for Your Agency?

Choosing the right bike patrol course depends on your agency’s current experience level, training goals, and whether you are building a new bike patrol unit or developing internal instructors.

  • Bike Patrol

    • Your agency is starting a new bike patrol program
    • Officers are new to bike patrol
    • Your department needs foundational riding and safety skills
    • Officers need training in bike handling, braking, patrol awareness, and basic field applications
    • You want officers to safely and effectively use a bicycle as a patrol tool

  • Instructors Course

    • Your agency already has experienced bike patrol officers
    • You want to develop in-house instructors
    • Your department needs officers who can help train future bike patrol personnel
    • Officers need to learn how to teach, evaluate, and manage bike patrol training
    • Your agency wants long-term internal training capability

American Bike Patrol Services can help your agency choose the right training option based on officer experience, patrol environment, staffing needs, and program goals.

What Officers Learn

Bike patrol training gives officers the skills needed to safely operate a bicycle in real patrol environments. Training focuses on control, awareness, safety, and practical application so officers can use the bicycle as an effective patrol tool.

  • Bicycle safety and pre-ride inspections
  • Proper mounting, dismounting, and riding position
  • Low-speed control and balance
  • Braking, turning, and emergency stopping
  • Obstacle avoidance and hazard awareness
  • Patrol riding in streets, campuses, parks, events, and public areas
  • Officer safety and situational awareness while on a bicycle
  • Basic patrol tactics and public contact
  • Scenario-based riding drills and skills evaluation

On-Site Training Availablity

American Bike Patrol Services can provide bike patrol training at your agency location when scheduling, staffing, and location requirements can be met. On-site training is a practical option for departments that need to train multiple officers, start a new bike patrol unit, or reduce travel time for personnel.

On-site training may be a good fit if your agency:

  • Needs to train several officers at one time
  • Wants training conducted in your local patrol environment
  • Is starting or expanding a bike patrol program
  • Needs training for police, campus safety, parks, security, or public safety personnel
  • Wants officers to practice skills in areas similar to where they will patrol

Training locations may include agency facilities, campuses, parks, parking lots, downtown areas, event venues, or other approved training areas. Course availability depends on instructor scheduling, class size, location, and training requirements.

Things To Know

Bike patrol training is hands-on and physically active. Students should be prepared to ride, practice skills, and participate in patrol-based training scenarios throughout the course.

Before attending training, agencies and students should know:

  • Students should have basic bicycle riding experience
  • Good physical condition is recommended
  • Uniform attire is preferred when possible
  • Comfortable training clothing is recommended when uniforms are not practical
  • Students should bring water and any required personal equipment
  • Helmets are required during riding portions of training
  • Lunch may be provided depending on the course or training location
  • On-site agency training may be available by request
  • Course details, equipment needs, and student requirements may vary by class

For specific course requirements, students should review the individual course page before registering or attending training.

Why Departments Choose American Bike Patrol Services

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For more than three decades, American Bike Patrol Services (ABPS) has helped law enforcement and security agencies nationwide develop effective, mission-ready bike patrol programs. Our experience extends from city police departments to university campuses and large-scale public events, providing proven training that strengthens community engagement and enhances officer safety.

ABPS has trained hundreds of officers and departments throughout the United States, setting the standard for professional bike and eBike patrol training. Our instructors bring years of real patrol experience, ensuring each program reflects the latest operational tactics, safety protocols, and instructional best practices used in modern policing.

Whether your agency is building a new patrol unit or enhancing an existing program, our team is ready to deliver reliable, hands-on training tailored to your needs. Partner with ABPS and bring professional, POST-certified expertise to your department.

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