32 Hour IPMBA Police Cyclist Course

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Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
Ends On: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 21, 2026
Class Time(s): 8/24-27/2026: 8:00 AM -- 4:00 PM

Instructor Location:
JJC, Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center

17840 W. Laraway Rd.
Joliet, IL 60433

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Instructor: Craig Lepkowski
Member's Fee: $0
Non-Member & Civilian Fee: $0

This course, which is nationally certified through the International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA), has been developed for officers and First Line Supervisors and focuses on the use of the bicycle as a patrol vehicle. Participants will spend approximately half of each day riding their bikes and negotiating obstacles. Students will learn to safely handle their bikes while in traffic and how to use the bicycle when making traffic stops, citizen contacts, and suspect contacts. They will also learn how to safely handle bicycles in pursuit situations.

The course includes:

Bicycle, uniform, accessory, and clothing selections
Basic physical fitness and injury avoidance
Critical situation riding techniques
Basic maintenance, tire changing, brake and gear adjustment, lubrication
Pre-ride safety inspections
Traffic strategies and approaches to calls
Negotiation of basic obstacles
Patrolling, vehicle stops, suspect stops
Pursuits and takedowns
Drug enforcement
Community relations
Bicycles and firearms

Equipment requirements:

Participants MUST bring:

A multi-geared, quality mountain bike
Headlight and rear reflector (or taillight)
Bicycle helmet that meets CPSC standards,
Protective eyewear.
Pedal retention, such as toe clips or power grips.

Highly recommended:

Bike water bottle
Cycling gloves
Padded bike shorts
Rear rack gear bag
Rear mounted kick stand
Body armor
Police radio or cell phone

Student bikes MUST meet IPMBA standards for appropriate frame height and size, i.e. there should be 1.5 to 3 inches of clearance between the rider and the top tube of the bike when the rider is astride it in a flat-footed stance.

It is recommended that students wear department bike uniforms and duty gear for this course. If not available, clothing identifiable with ‘POLICE’ markings is also acceptable. It is also suggested that participants bring a basic tool kit, frame pump, replacement tire tubes and a rain jacket.

Funded in Partnership with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board

This training covers the following mandates:

Legal Updates - 1 hours
Officer Wellness and Mental Health - 3 hours
Procedural Justice - 1 hours
Use of Force: De-escalation Techniques - 4 Hours (4 Hours Scenario-Based) hours
Use of Force: Law concerning stops, searches, and use of force - 1 Hour (1 Hour Scenario-Based) hours
Use of Force: Officer Safety Techniques - 4 Hours (4 Hours Scenario-Based) hours

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