CLASS::The Team

	Reg Pridmore - Santa Paula, CA is the originator and headmaster of CLASS. Reg won the first 3 AMA Superbike Championships in 1976, 1977 and 1978 and a few years back, was inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame. He taught his first school in his race leathers in Denver in 1974. An affable English expatriate with a quick wit, he has an uncompromising desire to teach you what he's learned over the years. Don't let the collar and tie fool you: even after many years out of competition, he still loves to go in deep and come out hard. Challenge him, and his response will always be: "Wheel it out, mate".
	Fred Willink - San Jose, CA. CLASS Instructor: 12 years Fred began racing when his kids were old enough to walk, and even now that they are out of the house his passion continues! He travels the country meeting up with Reg and CLASS at every school, but in between you will find him racing his Triumph Thruxton in the AHRMA Thruxton Cup Challenge. At school, you'll see a lot of Fred as he takes up much of the afternoon classroom chat while Reg goes on track.
	Gigi Scherrey - Santa Paula, CA CLASS Instructor: 10 years As Reg's lady friend and right hand, Gigi has the tough job of working for CLASS full time - which means in the office during the off season, and traveling around the country to help conduct and teach schools all summer long. Reg taught her to ride from scratch and though she still calls herself very much a student, she enjoys sharing the knowledge she has gleaned over the years with CLASS. When she's not in the office or on the race track, chances are you'll find her on her bicycle or dirt bike!
	Stuart Beatson - Beaver Dam, VA CLASS Instructor: 24 years Stu is affectionately known as Reg's "oldest" instructor having been with Reg since dirt was new, I mean since when he first took on helpers in '83. A racer back in the day, Stuart won the AMA Battle of Twins Championship on his BMW Boxer in 1984. But he still enjoys ripping around on big twins! These days, you'll find Stu working as the service manager at Morton's BMW motorcycle dealership in Fredericksburg, VA.
	Gery Torok - New Jersey exit 46 CLASS Instructor: 16 years Gery is a hard core enthusiastic street rider and sport tourer who often times just packs a couple of things in a tank bag and heads off cross country. With a very good sense of what it is about his CLASS experience that has made him so much better, Gery enjoys sharing this knowledge with students. Experience, knowledge, and desire to help: It's an unbeatable combination and another reason why CLASS instructors are simply the best!
	Phil Smith - Ojai, CA CLASS Instructor: 22 years Originally from England, Phil grew up around the old Triumph factory. Motorcycles are in his blood - though these days it's more Hondas than Triumphs. Currently Phil is a sales manager at Cal Coast Motorsports, here in Ventura, CA. One of Reg's original instructors, from way back in the days when Jason was just cutting his teeth at school. He used to race in those days and even now, in his spare, time he likes to ride motorcycles, very fast.
	Gary Crandall - Merced, CA CLASS Instructor: 17 years Gary is always smiling! Keeps us wondering what he's thinking about. Gary is fast and smooth and has a great eye for helping riders get faster and smoother themselves. His day job involves wrenching on bikes but when it's time for school, Gary is there and all smiles. A past club racer, we've heard some very interesting stories about race bikes and Daytona with Ted...
	Ted Holman - Grants Pass OR CLASS Instructor: 17 years Ted could very well be the Missing Link. But he's a gifted and talented rider and has the ability to teach as well, so Reg keeps him around. He first came to school back in the late 80's and Reg tells stories of how he would crash, and get up smiling, and crash again. But, his riding came along very well and he's since become a very good instructor for us. Ted is also branching out into the auto and motorcycle business. Be sure to check out his offerings at http://automaniagp.com/Welcome.html
	Craig Hansen - Medford, OR CLASS Instructor: 12 years Craig, along with son Mason and wife Connie, owns and runs Hansen's Motorcycles up in Medford Oregon. They specialize in the Euro brands and Craig generally takes a lot of heat for having to deal with warranty issues... Another long time CLASS student who did a little club racing, Craig has a truly uncanny ability to help riders get the most out of themselves and move on up the ladder.
	Ron Joyner- Santa Clarita, CA CLASS Instructor: 18 years Ronny is our resident rocket scientist. Actually he's a computer engineer for JPL in Pasadena, CA but what makes him happiest is racing around on his CBR1000RR - when he's not diving to the depths of the 7 seas exploring shipwrecks and looking for lobster! Ron is a very experienced rider who commutes LA freeways by bike (!) but has also had experience racing and teaching at CLASS for the past eon. Experience has given Ron great skill and a keen eye to be able to observe and pass on his insights as a teacher.
	Andy Kettle- County Cork, Ireland CLASS Instructor: 10 years Andy is our resident wilde Irishman and helps keep the humor flowing - like with his morning award ceremonies - you most likely don't want to receive one of his awards.... His enthusiasm is contagious and Andy's got the skill and the time to help you become a better rider. You'll find Andy's business online at www.onlineparts.com where he's selling all kinds of items for your motorcycle.
	Aaron White- Grand Rapids, MI CLASS Instructor: 5 years Aaron began his riding on a motocross bike as a kid. He raced Hare Scrambles and MX for years and then decided he wanted to ride street bikes - really fast! He began coming to CLASS and as his skill grew and we got to know him, he was a natural fit for the CLASS program. A CCS racer, Aaron's very fast but he's also very patient and helpful to riders at every end of the spectrum. You'll see him at our eastern schools with his dad Joe - another great guy - in tow.
	John Hardin - Santa Paula, CA CLASS Instructor: 4 years A neighbor, Reg first met John at the Santa Paula Airport where they are both pilots and airplane enthusiasts. Over the years John got into sport bike riding through Reg and began attending every CLASS he could make. As a result John has become an excellent student with a great ability to pass the knowledge he is absorbing onto other students. Also an avid dirt bike rider - he and Gigi find time to work on their jumps out in the river bed behind the airport!
	Mason Hansen - Medford, OR CLASS Instructor: 7 years Mason has been riding since before he could walk and has been coming to CLASS with dad Craig ever since he could ride a street bike. He helps Craig run the motorcycle shop in Medford, OR which, along with customizing his bikes, working on his new home and taking good care of his lovely bride, keeps him busy full time. But when we can get Mason to break away and come to CLASS, he's a really fun addition to the CLASS team!
	Jeff German - Murphies, CA CLASS Instructor: 3 years Don't let the soft spoken manner fool you, this guy can ride and play with the best of them! Jeff has been riding with Reg since the early 90's and his skill has grown tremendously. Like all of our team, Jeff has a passion to help riders reach their full potential and we're lucky to have him around. Come to CLASS and get Jeff to help you - it's a lesson you won't soon forget.
	Allan Eastbourn - Latrobe, PA CLASS Instructor: 3 years A student since 1998, Allan became a regular fixture with us in the paddock over the past couple of years and his skill level has ratcheted way up! Freshly steeped in Pridmore education, he's excited to pass on what he's learned to you. A jet jock (pilot) for a day job, Allan brings a lot of skill, talent and knowledge to the CLASS table. Glad to have you with us Allan!
	Clark Attebury - Detroit, MI CLASS Instructor: 3 years Another student since 1998, Clark has been soaking in as much as we can give. Now he's giving back to you as a CLASS instructor. He has a lot of skill and a fantastic ability to express what he's learned to help others on their journey up the skill ladder. A soft spoken gent, you might not ever guess he's a TV producer with fingerprints all over many of the things you see daily. With his boyish good looks and charm, Clark's a hit with the ladies.
	Hayley Snow-Helton - Santa Paula, CA CLASS Office Manager: With CLASS 8 years If you've called the office, chances are you've spoken with Hayley. She holds down the fort most of the year and brings a lot of fun and enthusiasm to the office. She handles the enrollment and administrative duties in the office and keeps things rolling smoothly when Reg and Gigi are on the road. If you're wondering about the picture, she was boogyin' on down on her wedding day! :-)

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