If you have never rode before. I assume you are taking the basic rider course then. They basically introduce you into the world of riding and see if you like it. If so they continue on with safety and such. They will show you slow turns and emergency braking. A lot more is shown in the intermediate riding class and expert class but you can take those later. The bikes they use are very easy to control. Usually they consist of 200's, 250,s sometimes 400's and up With any common sense and practice you will do fine.