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!
Max Up Wheelie Machine
Learn to Wheelie (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Ever fancied learning to wheelie??
Well now you can with the Max Up Wheelie Machine at our event! Free for all ticket holders over both days and available on a first-come-first-served basis, the wheelie machine is suitable for all levels of rider with no license needed.
“Using our Suzuki GSX-R 600, you will step into the world of high-octane excitement as you feel the adrenaline rush performing a Wheelie, but also getting it up to balance point, but in a safe and controlled environment.
The Max Up Wheelie Machine is an exhilarating experience that combines the thrill and skill it takes to perform a wheelie on a live motorcycle in a 5 minute experience. Doesn’t sound a lot? A good wheelie is usually held for around 11 seconds. The time slot will give you a good length of time to experience and work on your technique.”
Motogymkhana
Fun in the Arena (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
“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 17th and Sunday 18th)
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!
Debbie Bee Warrior Poet
Writing Workshops (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Write about your experiences as a biker, or pillion. It doesn’t matter if:
You ride a 125cc or over a 1000cc bike, we all have motorbike experience. You’ve not written for decades to wrote something yesterday. You are welcome to join Debbie AKA The Bee Warrior Poet writing workshops.
If you have work that fits the content and you’d like to bring along – any genre of work, blog, prose, poetry, short stories, you are more than welcome to. If you don’t have work, bring ideas with you.
Workshops are 45 minutes long – bring paper and pens.
1st Workshop: Writing Using Your Senses (Saturday 17th)
When riding we use them all in one way or another, so let’s add them to our writing. All about the sights, sounds, tastes, touch, & smells of the ride.
2nd Workshop: Looking Through Your Childs Eye (Sunday 18th)
Seeing the world around you on the bike for the first time. As bikers we view the world, and our journeys, differently to other road users. We will put this view into our writing for this workshop.”
Lianne Hatcher of Here We Ride
Patchmaking Workshops (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
The incredibly talented artist behind Here We Ride, Lianne Hatcher, will be hosting some practical workshops at our event on both days.
Lianne is the face behind all of our show logos and designs and she’s going to show you how to make your own patch!
RubyRides
Makeup For Bikers (Saturday 17th)
Ruby always looks so flawless even after a day in the saddle! In this session she will be sharing tips and tricks for those of you who love makeup and want it to stay put after a day of biking.
Ellie Garner
Introduction to Tools (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
The one thing our resident mechanic Ellie gets asked the most about is tools! So in this workshop she will talk about the tools she uses, delve into specialist tools, let you get your hands dirty using some of the most common ones, followed by a question and answer session so don’t be shy!
Erika Ince
Essential Adventure Tips (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)- ADVENTURE ZONE
“My name is Erika Ince, and I have been riding motorcycles since the end of November 2021. In April 2022, my husband and I embarked on an incredible journey by flying our motorcycles to Alaska. Over the next 14 months, we traversed the Americas, covering nearly 36,000 miles and passing through 19 countries.
Throughout this adventure, I faced numerous challenges and gained valuable experience. From navigating landslides and water crossings to dealing with floods, encountering animals including grizzly bears! riding dirt roads, and contending with reckless drivers, every day brought new obstacles.
As a result,I have countless stories to share and a wealth of knowledge to offer. If you’re considering a motorcycle adventure of your own, I invite you to join me for some essential tips on handling border crossings, discovering alternative free accommodation options, and much more.”
Sit Down Sessions
Less hands-on than a workshop, but no less informative!
Cat Weatherill
Cat’s Confidence Cafes (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Cat’s Confidence Cafes are making a joyous return to WiM this year. Hosted by Cat Weatherill, author of Motorcycle Confidence For Women, they are a perfect place to relax and learn in the company of others.
This year Cat will specifically be looking at the importance of language. We all have a voice inside our head and it has enormous power. What story does your voice tell about you? Is a story that emboldens and reassures you or does it routinely erode your confidence? Do you tell people you are only a backpack? Your bike is just a 125? You are a slow rider?
What we say matters. The Cafe will look at:
• How to make sure your story works for you
• What to say when faced with misogynistic comments
• How to explain yourself better to partners
• How to throw off limiting language and own your achievements
Bring a notebook – you will want to jot some of these lines down!
Cat is an author, storyteller and international educator. She is passionate about helping women find the confidence to ride and totally believes you don’t need a big bike to have big adventures.
RubyRides
Social Media Tips and Tricks (Sunday 18th)
Ruby has one of the biggest biker followings on social media and she’ll be guiding you on the way to creating meaningful content. Learn ways to improve your overall social media presence with some helpful tips directly from an influencer with years of experience!
Laura from WOMT
Learner Skills Sessions (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Laura from Women Only Motorcycle Training will be giving several ‘sit down sessions’ on several common topics at our event in August.
The 5 basic controls
Get a head start on your CBT and learn everything about your 5 basic controls!
How to Prevent the Dreaded Bike Drop
Handy tips and tricks for managing your motorcycle.
Slow control (All levels)
Learn how to slow ride properly, correct clutch control, throttle control and how to nail a U-Turn!
Laura from WOMT
Advanced Skills Sessions (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Laura from Women Only Motorcycle Training will be giving several ‘sit down sessions’ on several common topics at our event in August.
How to Prevent the Dreaded Bike Drop
Handy tips and tricks for managing your motorcycle.
Slow control (All levels)
Learn how to slow ride properly, correct clutch control, throttle control and how to nail a U-Turn!
Cornering and Counter-steering (Saturday 17th ONLY)
Heard of counter-steering? Do you get mixed messages about what it is and how to use it? Ever gone in too hot? Ever ran wide? Learn how to assess bends and how to improve your cornering techniques!
Julie Emmitt
Security For Your Bike in Association with BikeTrac (Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th)
Julie from BikeTrac will be joining us to discuss the security for your pride and joy, both whilst at home, and while you are out and about.
With so many different security products on the market, it can feel like a minefield to navigate to find the right solution for your needs. Julie will be looking to break down some of the common myths, while helping attendees to understand the jargon and terms associated with bike security. Please do come armed with questions.
Julie started riding 6 years ago, after realising she had to stop putting ‘life’ off after a spinal operation. She enjoys being out on the road on her Ninja (BB), or more recently, trying not to fall off her Serow while green laning. She has covered over 55,000 miles since passing her test, including trips to most corners of mainland UK, and most recently a solo trip to New Zealand’s South Island. Along with thousands of other ladies, she took part in the Women Rider’s World Relay, and attends the Ride To The Wall. As always, trips further afield are being organised too.
Having worked with BikeTrac at motorcycle events for a few years, Julie finally left dentistry behind and now works full-time with BikeTrac. She is loving the bike life, and has recently become a Mental Health First Aider in order to help give something back to the biking community.