ATV Sit Astride
This course follows the H&W ATV Sit Astride learner workbook. Work through 18 illustrated modules covering legislation, checks, controls, drive systems, riding, slopes, loads and attachments. Watch each video and pause for its knowledge check. Use these learning materials alongside instructor demonstrations and supervised practical training.
ATV Sit Astride

Learner workbook and training videos
18 modules • Illustrated workbook • Knowledge checks
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Work through the lessons in order, read the illustrated guidance and watch the matching video. Pause at each knowledge check before listening to the explanation. Record your responses in your learning notes and discuss them with your instructor.
This course supports practical training on a single-rider sit-astride ATV. Confirm the controls, limits and procedures for the actual machine and attachments. Practise only under the agreed supervision.
Course modules
- Introduction and responsibilities
- Legislation and road use
- PPE risk assessment and emergencies
- Machine components and controls
- Drive systems and transmissions
- Pre-use checks and tyres
- Service points maintenance and fuel
- Starting stopping and parking
- Active riding and basic control
- Route planning and slopes
- Rough ground water and forestry roads
- Carrying loads and checking limits
- Trailers attachments and recovery
- Loading and securing for transport
- Cleaning shutdown and defects
- Optional mower and flail training
- Assessment and practical records
- Knowledge checks and next steps