Founder and President of RideSmart, has over 35 years of riding experience. He is retired Air Force, with over 22 years in service. He received his official training and certification through the US Air Force, and has been teaching the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's courses within the Air Force and private sector since 1981. A graduate of Park University, he resides in Surprise with his wife and four children.  The Motorcycle Safety Foundation awarded Don the Arizona Rider Coach of the Year in 2002. Governor Napolitano recently appointed Don to a post on the board of the Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council.

Angela Orton - VP and co-founder of the company is in charge of all marketing, communication and administrative matters. Angela is greatly concerned with issues facing motorcycle riders, and the progress being made by the Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council, the Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. This is the person who you would most likely encounter when enrolling.  Angela can assist in finding local hotel accommodations and alternative transportation if necessary. She has been a valley resident since 1977, and has had a passion for motorcycles and quads since she was 7 years old. Angela currently resides in Surprise, with her husband and four children.

Senior Rider Coach, has been a motorcyclist for over 20 years. A graduate of Arizona State University, he's been teaching with RideSmart since March of 2003. Jim also works with the Arizona Department of Transportation, working to improve roads throughout Arizona. Jim has been riding motorcycles and ATV's off-road since he was 7-years-old, and on the street since he was 16. A great enthusiast for all things outdoors, Jim knows many great places to ride for recreation. His generous teaching skills and kind sense of humor make him a true asset to our team. Jim resides in Glendale and is a single father to two amazing children.

Don't let the confused look fool you - James Mathews, Rider Coach, definitely knows what he's doing. He has been with us since January of 2004. A previous student at RideSmart, his passion for motorcycle riding motivated him into becoming a Rider Coach. That passion, combined with his enthusiasm and natural ability, make him a welcome addition to our team. James comes from a family of riders, and motorcycle racers. By day he is a professional heavy equipment mechanic. On weekends he puts on his "Super Instructor" uniform and becomes one of the stars of RideSmart. James currently resides in Surprise, with his wife Stefanie and their five children.

Erik Gagnon, Rider Coach & Motorcycle Afficionado. Erik has had a life long passion for anything on wheels. In addition to his love of all things motorcycle, he restores old vehicles, including his award winning Ford Mustang. Erik has been an instructor for numerous years, having received top-notch training through the US Air Force. Years ago, he's solely taught military personnel how to ride. Now he teaches anybody that has the passion to learn. He is known for his fun teaching style, delivering a quality education with a kind hand and quick wit. Erik resides in Surprise, Arizona with his wife Dawn and two daughters.

Dave Ryan, Rider Coach and member of the American Motorcyclist Association, Dave has been an avid motorcycle rider for over 30 years. His experience ranges from 50cc to 1200cc bikes, and everything in between. He's served in the US Air Force all over the world, including Okinawa, Japan. It was in the US Air Force that Dave received his ridercoach training. Dave is currently stationed out at Luke AFB, where he has also received a 56th Fighter Wing Motorcycle Safety Award for his Motorcycle Safety Program. Dave enjoys all things motorcycle, mountain biking, and spending time with his 15 year old son. We've known Dave for years, and welcome his easy-going, encouraging teaching style at RideSmart.

Brian Seabury, Rider Coach, is the newest member of the RideSmart family. Brian began riding as a youngster with his father coaching him. After retiring from the US Air Force after 27 years of service, Brian returned to riding. Motorcycling is a true passion for Brian. In addition to being a daily rider, when he is not teaching new riders, he and is wife Tracy can be seen on the roads throughout Arizona. With his passion for helping others improve their riding skills he is also a Rider Coach teaching the Experienced Riders Course to military members, civilian employees and dependents at Luke AFB. Brian and Tracy with their son live in Phoenix, AZ.