All Included with Your Show Ticket
All free, just turn up and join in! We expect some of our workshops and sessions to be super popular so it’s first come, first served. We will be adding to the workshops and sessions regularly so come back to see what’s happening!
Workshops
Practical sessions where you can get hands-on!
Motogymkhana
Fun in the Arena (Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th)
“Motogymkhana was born in Japan in the late 1960’s as a stealthy way of improving motorcycle riding skills in a safe environment by getting the riders to have fun and practice riding tight short courses as quickly as their skill will allow. The cones for competition have colours to indicate the direction to the riders known as the Adachi system red cones on the right, blue to the left, yellow are gates and a yellow band means minimum 360 turn.
It became a time trial sport and is one rider at a time against the clock on a course the riders have not ridden before and is practiced by groups of enthusiasts all over the world. Its run by volunteers and is not for profit.
MGWM promotes the introduction of riders to better and advanced riding techniques using motogymkhana techniques. We can train for competition but we chose not to as there are massive gains to be made for all road riders in getting to grips with the fundamentals of Motogymkhana riding. Throttle control, rear braking, clutch use, tight turns leaning the bike at slower speeds and being confident riding in 1st gear.
We do this by encouraging all participants to have fun, be supportive and ride safely. All motogymkhana is done in an off road situation with limited bikes participating at the same time. Any bike can do it some are better than others but you can safely explore the limits of any bike on a motogymkhana course
At the Womenmoto show we will have basic courses for any rider to follow one of us around (No memorising courses required). Using my bikes or yours if you chose or start on mine get the hang of it and come back on yours. Roll up sign on and provide your licence or cbt qualification ( we need to see this as a minimum).
If a rider has a particular problem with a manoeuvre we can include that in the ride to help their skill or confidence so you can ask us anything and we are happy to help we like to think of ourselves as a big daft family so come and join in its a fun way to learn and get supported by a global network of riders”
Ellie Garner
Beginner & Intermediate Motorcycle Maintenance (Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th)
Ellie Garner will once again be hosting both beginner and intermediate motorcycle maintenance workshops at the event. After gaining her full bike license in 2016 and managing the brave feat of a 3000+ mile tour around Europe solo, Ellie got a part time job in a garage in Bristol in the hopes of learning a new trade. In 2017 she took her level 2 and 3 Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair qualifications and found a job in a motorcycle dealership in Sutton Coldfield. In 2019 she worked one weekend a month for Wigley racing touring with British Super Bikes to Donnington, Assen, Knockhill, Snetterton, Silverstone and Oulton Park before moving to Ducati Worcester.
“As a woman into motorcycling and being a part of the motorcycle world, I am proud to say that it was my mum that sparked my interest in motorbikes, I was only young so a Yamaha YZ125 looked very mean to me! As I grew up I was always interested but my love and passion for biking didn’t ignite until I was 23; I was travelling in Sri Lanka and the only real sensible mode of transport was two wheels, as I moved onto New Zealand I found myself working on farms and using quads and dirt bikes, extremely fun times had!
Once my travels were over, I found myself at a bit of a loss as to where to go with my life. I tried a variety of jobs in pubs and construction, all valuable lessons learned along the way but the spark wasn’t there… until I went for my full bike licence at the age of 26 and realised that I had found my joy in life so I took my new “big bike” my 1998 FZS600 Fazer who I’ve named Freddy on a tour around Europe all because I wanted to ride and gain confidence in this new found love. From the ride I then wanted to be able to fix and maintain Freddy, so on I went to become a mechanic…”
Workshops – Beginners – In this workshop she will be going through the very basic maintenance techniques you can use to make sure you feel safe on your ride knowing you have performed the basic but essential checks.
Intermediate – In this workshop she will show you how to make adjustments once you have performed the basic checks.
Workshops are held on a first come, first served basis so keep an eye on the timetable!
Sit Down Sessions
Less hands-on than a workshop, but no less informative!
Jade Abel
Confidence After a Crash (Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th)
“Fear can be a powerful force—one that holds us back or pushes us forward. In this engaging and personal talk, I share my journey from being a terrified rider after a crash to becoming a confident motorcyclist, RoSPA tutor, and adventurer. Through real-life experiences, practical strategies, and a touch of humor, I’ll explore how to rebuild confidence, manage fear, and rediscover the joy of riding. Whether you’ve faced a setback or just want to ride with more assurance, this session will equip you with the mindset and tools to move forward.”
About Jade- “I am a motorcyclist with a passion for exploring new horizons on two wheels and empowering others to overcome their fears and embrace adventure. As a Paramedic Team Leader, North Yorkshire FireBike rider and the regional lead for DocBike Yorkshire, I combine real-world experience with my passion for riding to deliver advanced riding instruction as a RoSPA tutor as well as first aid training through the Biker Down scheme all aimed at keeping fellow motorcyclists upright and smiling. I lead confidence-building sessions designed to help riders unlock their full potential, sharing practical tips and personal insights gained through my own journey from a terrified rider post-collision to where I am today. Whether on the open road or through my content on YouTube and Instagram, my mission is to inspire fellow riders to embrace the thrill of adventure and ride with confidence and expertise.”
