Bus driving course interest? (again)

[HighTechRedneck]

The last time I posted this question, we didn't get enough interest in the Southeast to make it work out here.  But I am seeing more new bus owners/shoppers in the southeast lately and new member bwze's post brought it back to my thoughts.

We have a professional bus driver that bases his charter bus here at the shop.  He is willing to put on a driving course if we can get at least 8 students at $250 each.  With sufficient interest we could put it together this month or next.  The course would be 2 days:

Day 1 - Informational.  Learning all about general rules*, safety, pretrip checks, features common to most buses, Q&A and a couple hours with the shop mechanic on the subject of preventative maintenance.  There are a variety of buses here that can be used to demonstrate various topics.

Day 2 - Driving.  The teacher has a seated MC-9 and will take the group to a large empty parking lot to teach manuevering with each student getting hands on the wheel training.  Also he will drive it in traffic and on the freeway to demonstrate safe practices, capabilities, performance expectations, etc.

We can also spend a little time on trouble spots to look for in various bus models when shopping.

This would take place in and around Rossville, GA which is effectively a suburb of Chattanooga, TN.  There are motels and restuarants within a mile.  We have dry camping space for buses if anyone wants to come in theres and stay in it.  We have one 30A spot.  There is also a campground just around the corner from the shop.

So let's here from those that feel pretty strongly they would attend this driving course.

[uncle ned]

Knowing this bunch of "old hotrodders" bus drag races would be more of a interest booster.

could be four stroke against two stroke ones.

uncle ned

[ruthi]

There has been a lot of newbies lately, and I would highly recommend some training for them, for OUR sakes, lol.

[Busted Knuckle]

I'm interested!
  BK 

[Van]

Me too!

[Paso One]

I'm interested!
  BK 

BK  yes you require re- training,,,,, solely for the purpose of those charters you have with the Girls Basketball Team

[Busted Knuckle]

I'm interested!
 BK  

Me too!

BK  yes you require re- training,,,,, solely for the purpose of those charters you have with the Girls Basketball Team

But not for me, but rather for some of our so called "professional drivers!"
I'm tired of the buses coming in tore up, from lack of paying attn!
 BK  

And Paso, just out of curiosity did you know I hauled the womens basketball team last night? Were you there? Shoulda said HI, I would have given to a "tour" of a SETRA!

[MikeH]

Yes, I would be interested, but don't know if I can commit, as it is pretty far from me. Sending you a pm.

Mike

[JackConrad]

For those attending Bussin' 2011, RJ Long is giving a Bus Driving /Defensive Driving Seminar. No hands on, but a very informative seminar.  Jack

[DanKeeton]

Can I bring friends?

d

[ktmossman]

Depending on the schedule, I would definitely be interested.

[Dreamscape]

I would love to attend both of the events, especially RJ Long's. I think it would be worth the money even though I've put many miles behind the wheel of ours. I think even seasoned veterans would benefit, might even learn a thing or two.

Due to our circumstances neither one will not work for us at this time.

This should also be of great interest for us older guys trying to get our wives taught by some one other than ourselves. If nothing else the ladies should become familiar with how to start one up and how long it takes before you can move it. Most women at the rallies we've been to do not know the first thing on what to do.

Just a thought.

[cody]

I just don't know if I could handle anything as big as a bus. 

[thejumpsuitman]

I would be interested.  Just can't commit quite yet either until the date is narrowed down a little more. 

Look, I gladly shed any pride I have to learn even a little something new.  After all, how many of us have never been professionally trained in these areas?  I have actually been thinking about going after a class B CDL here in NC.

Marc

[happycamperbrat]

I think it is a fabulous opportunity even for the ole crusty dudes in the group. It isnt often someone gets a chance to brush up on skills from professionals.

On a slightly different note, my son is in high school here in California. The bus drivers here teach the kids to pull the e-brake in case of the driver passing out or something. I think it is FAR better if at least one person could cover for the driver in an emergency, but I guess teaching them this is better then nothing.....