International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) Course
Aug. 10 - 13, 2026
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tuition: Free
ILEAS Training Center
1701 East Main St.
Urbana, IL 61802 + Google Map
Urbana, IL 61802 + Google Map
Certification
This course is certified by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
Training Mandates
- Officer Wellness & Mental Health (3 hrs.)
- De-Escalation Techniques (4 hrs. & 4 hrs. Scenario-based credit)
- Law concerning stops, searches, and use of force (1 hr. & 1 hr. Scenario-based credit)
- Officer Safety Techniques, including cover, concealment, and time (4 hrs. & 4 hrs. Scenario-based credit)
- Procedural Justice (1 hr.)
- Legal Updates (1 hr.)
Description
This essential training combines Emergency Vehicle Operations for bike officers with patrol procedures, tactics, night operations, scenarios, and basic bike maintenance and on-the-road repairs. Learn to ride like a pro, avoid crashes, and use your bike to combat crime.
Off-road riding and bike-specific scenario exercises may be added at the instructor’s discretion.
Instructor
Kent Jones
Deadline
Please register for this course by July 27.