+1 Good job! You'll need your learner's permit to take the course...also from the BRC site: Rider's Responsibilities You will be riding a motorcycle during this course and therefore you are required to wear protective clothing during the riding portions of this course consisting of the following: Over the ankle sturdy footwear Full-finger gloves Long-sleeved shirt or jacket Long pants without holes -- preferably jeans DOT-approved helmet if you have one -- limited number of helmets available to borrow Eye protection if using an open-faced helmet or a full-face helmet with the face shield open In order to take the basic rider course, you are also required to have a Temporary Motorcycle Learner's Permit or a Motorcycle Endorsement on your driver's license.