I grew up in San Antonio and always had a passion for motorcycling, but was forbidden to participate by my parents who were concerned for my safety. Thus, my desire to make motorcycling safer and reduce the risks involved in the activity grew. When I graduated from college and began making my own money, I saved for my first motorcycle, a 1986 Honda VF500F Interceptor. It was to become the first of many motorcycles. My friend originally taught me to ride. The course I signed up for was cancelled due to low enrollment. I eventually took the course and learned so much more and improved my riding that I decided to become an instructor. As the Bryan/College Station site had closed, I traveled to San Antonio and Houston to teach. I wanted to make the courses available in Bryan/College Station and so I founded Training Wheels in 1997. My wife, Melissa, and I have built up the business until we were able to provide one to three classes a month. I also continue to ride on the dirt, on the street, and on the race track and still love the sport of motorcycling!