The only course that requires prior experience is the fork and shock theory course, however the relevant experience can be gained by taking the fork service and shock service courses. The courses are designed for beginners and professionals alike.
Unfortunately, due to insurance restrictions we can’t currently accept students below the age of 18.
Yes, more than likely you will. The approach to servicing forks as a suspension specialist is completely different to that of a working in dealership. Many people who have attended the courses have had prior experience but still found the course eye opening and informative. They are also a good way to refresh your memory if you have taken some time out from the industry.
NO! Lunch will be provided. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements.
Taking all the courses is your best option, most people do them all in one week. The courses are not designed to over-tax your brain and send you away shell shocked. The courses build on the basics throughout the week so that whilst a lot of information and knowledge is covered, it’s not overwhelming.
The courses that contain the most amount of practical work are the fork service and shock service courses, during which at least half of the day involves practical work. Due to the nature of the course there isn’t a large amount of practical work in the fork and shock theory course, but there are some practical elements to keep it interesting.
Yes, you will receive a certificate at the end of your course as proof that you attended.
Unfortunately, this is an element of the course that the insurance minions put a halt to.
You're free to take home any written course material handed to you during the course.
If you are taking a practical course, make sure you are wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting covered in oil.
We would advise that you take out insurance, particularly if you are travelling from abroad. The weather in the UK can be fickle particularly during the winter months. If for any reason Reactive Suspension need to cancel the course, then the course fees would be refunded or places deferred until a later date. However, we can’t cover any travel and accommodation expenses.
There are plenty of excellent Hotels and B&Bs in York and the surrounding areas to suit all budgets. Please check out our 'Local Accommodation' page for more details.
No, certainly not. We have a broad range of students, many of them mature, so rest assured you won’t be alone.
We typically receive students aged from 18 to 60 years old. We get people from all around the world, in past we’ve had students from Hong Kong, Singapore, and all over Europe. We have received university students and others who are just starting out in their careers, but also many people looking for a career change.
You can download our prospectus and course guide in PDF (Portable Document Format) here. Inside are details of all of the courses we offer along with dates for all of our courses.