# From Rider to Instructor: Kirk Pelletier’s Journey in Motorcycle Education

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Podcast: [Think Bike- Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society](https://stenobird.com/podcast/think-bike-alberta-motorcycle-safety-society-3222909)
Published: 2026-05-20T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode, Kirk Pelletier of Moto Instincts joins Liane to talk about the life of an instructor, what it takes and why do it! Kirk also shares his personal journey into motorcycle riding, the process of actually becoming a licensed instructor in Alberta, and the innovative approach of Moto Instincts in motorcycle education. Discover tips for new riders, insights into licensing, and how continuous learning shapes expert riders. Guest: Kirk Pelletier, Senior Instructor, Moto Instincts Website: https://motoinstincts.com/ Email: leeroy@motoinstincts.com AMSS: Liane Langois Website: ab-amss.org Email: info@ab-amss.org Podcast Poducer Bryn Griffiths / Mighty Mouth Communications Website: bryngriffiths.com Email: bryng@bryngriffiths.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kirk Pelletier and His Journey 04:49 Becoming a Motorcycle Instructor 09:07 The Process of Becoming a Licensed Instructor 14:35 The Importance of Licensed Instruction 20:26 Moto Instincts: A New Era in Motorcycle Training

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