With the introduction of the new KTM RC390, MotoAmerica announced a new intro level class for 14-22 yo. More info is at:
Soup :: KTM & Moto America To Offer Spec Race Class :: 11-13-2014
I took a Basic Riding Course from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation a while ago to get my license. Some of the course materials are also online.
Motorcycle Safety Foundation
The Curriculum Materials > Basic RiderCourse Handbook (Non-printable) is probably the most useful. The best...