Honestly couldn’t ask for a better riding school, passed mod 1 and mod 2 with them training was amazing from Karen mod 1 and Pete mod 2 great teaching styles from both made me feel calm and relaxed... See more

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Instructors Chris and Paul were clear, calm and knowledgeable. Helped to build confidence over the day and never made me feel like I made a mistake. They suggested I trained my CBT on a manual bike as... See more
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I have used Phoenix before and they are always professional and good methods of training. Yesterdays course was held by John and he was superb, my pal hadn't rode a bike for 30 years, by the time we... See more
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Bookings were easy with staff on phone being friendly. Email responses were prompt. Staff on the day were also friendly in addition to being patient and professional.
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- #1 of 3 best companies in Motorcycle Driving School
- #3 of 20 best companies in Motorbike dealer
About Phoenix Motorcycle Training - Foots Cray
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Our motorcycle training centres offer motorcycle CBT courses, CBT renewal training, motorcycle training for Mod 1 and Mod 2 of the UK motorcycle licence test and teach students how to ride a motorcycle safely, confidently and competently on UK roads. With motorcycle training schools across the UK, there is sure to be a training centre near you!
When you learn to ride a motorbike with us, you’ll reach test standards in the shortest and most cost-effective way possible.
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Road Safety Centre, Baugh Road, DA14 5ED, Sidcup, England, United Kingdom
- 020 8819 4231

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I don’t usually leave reviews, but this one’s a must!
I’ve been with Phoenix for years — right from wobbling through my first CBT to smashing my full A licence. The team’s been amazing; they’ve literally watched me grow.
Massive shoutout to Mark and Sam at the Erith branch — absolute legends! I started my journey with Mark and wrapped it up with Sam, two top lads who somehow managed to keep me upright and confident on two wheels.
If you want a place that’ll have you learning, laughing, and leaving as a proper rider (and maybe a better person), Phoenix is the one!
You pay for the training don't be shy in seeking the best school around.
Very good team. Always willing to help in any area and will do the best they can as long as you are competent riders and show your ability. You will get the CBT, but don't be shy if the trainers are not helping you. Ask for a new one. They all have their own personalities, and sometimes, you need someone willing to go that extra mile to help you. And I would highly recommend this school.
Great instructors at an affordable…
Great instructors at an affordable price. Very good customer service.I can’t not recommend them enough.
I completed my CBT at another training…
I completed my CBT at another training school before discovering Phoenix.
I wish I had found them sooner as my experience with the other school was not to standard.
I have completed the following with Phoenix
A 90 min big boy conversion from the 125cc.
My MOD 1 and MOD 2 training.
The professionalism and the knowledge from the instructors were 10/10.
Steve and Helen were very helpful with booking these courses via email and on the phone.
Thanks again all
Chris
Old and very dirty toilet was impossible to used
The instructions was amazing as always really professional ppl. However the actual place it is a shame. Kitchen area really not clean feels like for years toilet omg where to start I was there from 7:30am to 4:50 pm and is make me feel sick when I have to use the toilet. I understand it is an old place but clean can be done anywhere. Specially when u have to be there all day make a cup coffee and go to toilet was not fun. But a massive thank to Shane and mark they where amazing 🤩
Train hard
Train hard, test easy!!!
Company policy and it worked first time. Lovely lads too, can’t recommend highly enough
Perfect blend of teaching and sharing experience
Passed both MOD 1 and MOD 2 first try, everybody is friendly and gives clear instructions, they go in depth with all things about the bike both on and off the road. It was an amazing experience and I’m so grateful to all of them, I know get to ride where and when ever I like, I definitely recommend, I’ll be using them again to get my full A license and for there advance training sessions as well.
Friendly and experienced staff
Friendly and experienced staff. Definitely recommend for any sort of driving test and trainings.
Great day
Great day, Mark and the team great instructors. Can't wait to continue my biking journey at the sidcup centre.
Good training and very helpful in…
Good training and very helpful in getting me ready for cbt.
CBT 02/09/25
The team was amazing they had a new teacher today and was helping him throught his learning and also making sure that what he delivered to me and the others learning was correct and helping us throught all the turns and manoeuvres they was very friendly and even recommended other training sessions to help me out once I have my own bike
Great Facilities
Great Facilities! Good selection of bikes, Kaz was a fantastic instructor
I would recommend to other students
Great experience
Great experience. Done my CBT with much better understanding of bike than the one I have done few years ago. Bunch of very professional instructors with great attitude and knowledge how to help their students. Looking forward to doing full licence course in short future.
Phoenix are the Gold Standard for a reason
I have gone with Phoenix for my entire motorcycle training experience. This started off with my CBT back in March 2023, followed by my theory test earlier this year, and passing my module 1 test earlier today. I am currently due to have my module 2 training and test around the end of next month.
For my module 1 training yesterday, Sam Roodenburgh was appointed as my instructor, and I genuinely cannot commend him enough for working with me. I turned up late to my course, and I turned up stressed and was struggling to focus.
Sam gave me exactly what I needed; a kick up the backside (not literally). He essentially worked with me by taking me through the scenarios, but reinforced them with me. No sugar coating, none of that crap. Plain old simple, and straight to the point.
Due to Sam's impeccable teaching skills, despite turning up yesterday in an absolute state, thinking I wouldn't even make it through the day, I was able to attend my module 1 test today, and passed first time with zero minors. None of that would have possible without Sam's tutoring and unique teaching skills. Truly a remarkable motorcycle instructor.
Phoenix; make sure you keep him.
Now all I am waiting for, is my module 2 training and test next month; hoping to pass that first time as well. Very much looking forward to it.
Update on 29/09/2025:
I am now pleased to say that I attended my module 2 training and test approximately a week ago, and passed first time.
I now hold a full Category A motorcycle licence and it’s all thanks to Phoenix.
Good Quality Training
Overall great experience, instructors brilliant. Help you with everything you need. 5*.
Highly recommend for any motorcycle training.
Brilliant day
Brilliant day. Harry was great, really made you feel comfortable on the bike before heading out onto the road. Would 100% recommend the team.
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