Select 'private training' if you want tailored training, one-to-one or for a group. You'll be able to see the details of the different courses, then go through and book the training.
You will be able to see the cost of the training - which varies depending on the course length and whether you would prefer the training on a weekday, evening or weekend.
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Public Training
I would like to book onto a public training course
Private Training
I would like private training for myself, a member of my family or a group
This training is designed specifically to help students who might need to use busier roads, such as when cycling to and from school. It's advanced training and students will be building on the Bikeability Level 2 skills they already have.
The training will include route planning - for example the student may have a choice between directness and quieter routes.
How it fits into the National Standard for Cycle Training
The training is based on the Bikeability Level 3 certificate but will be tailored to the trainee's skills.
Many students undertake "Level 2" of the National Standard for cycle training. This training contains at least some elements of "Level 3" of the National Standard and students may receive a Level 3 certificate on completion of the training. Click here to see a complete list of the assessed outcomes for a Level 3 course.
How long does the training last?
The course length will be two-and-a-half hours, which is usually split into two sessions.
The first session includes an assessment of the student's current skill level, route planning and training. The second session includes training along a route the student would be using.
Entry requirements
Before starting the training, students need to have some experience of riding on quieter roads, understand priorities at road junctions and have a roadworthy bike.
Do I need to have a Level 1 and Level 2 certificate before doing this training?
Holding the two certificates is very useful but not essential. The Instructor always starts off with an assessment of the trainee's current skills.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach up to two people.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs. For this specific course we receive a government grant, so we can offer a subsidised rate.
Making the booking
A booking can only be made by a parent or carer aged over 18 who is booking on behalf of the student.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected advanced training.
As a starting point, people who do the course need to:
have some previous experience of riding on roads - it could be quiet residential roads
understand priorities at road junctions
If you are not sure that you have that experience and understanding, you may want to consider a Level 2 course instead.
Learn to Ride for adults
This training is for over 18s only.
Aim of the training
This training is for you if you are over 18 and can't ride a bike. We will help you through stages of safely getting on and off a bike, braking, steering, getting a good balance and pedalling. Most people are able to achieve these by the end of the course, although it's impossible for us to guarantee it. The training will give you the skills to go on and practice.
Where does the training take place?
It will be in a traffic-free area.
How long does the training last?
We allocate two hours, usually split in to two sessions.
Are you ready?
Before starting the training, you just need to have a bike in working condition. If your bike has stabilsers please remove them before the training.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs.
Costs are higher for weekend and evening courses.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Learn to Ride for adults.
This course is for people who cannot ride at all, or who can only do so with stabilisers. If you can already ride a little and want to improve your basic balance and control skills, please consider our "Level 1" course.
If you are booking for someone aged under 18, please select our "Learn to Ride for under-18s" course.
Learn to Ride for under 18s
This training is for under 18s only.
Aim of the training
This course is for under-18s who can't ride a bike. The training goes through stages of safely getting on and off a bike, braking, steering, getting a good balance and pedalling. Most people are able to achieve these by the end of the course, although it's impossible for us to guarantee it. The training will give you the skills to go on and practice.
Where does the training take place?
It will be in a traffic-free area.
How long does the training last?
We allocate two hours in total, over two sessions of an hour each.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one person. You can book more people than that for training and either more Instructors can be allocated, or an Instructor will run more than one course. We will discuss the options with you.
Are you ready?
Before starting the training, you just need to have a bike in working condition. If the bike has stabilsers please remove them before the training.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Learn to Ride for Under-18s.
This course is for people who cannot ride at all, or who can only do so with stabilisers. If you can already ride a little and want to improve your basic balance and control skills, please consider our "Level 1" course.
If you are over 18, please select our "Learn to Ride for adults" course.
Refresh your cycling skills
This course is for over 18s
This training is for over 18s only.
Aim of the training
If you once learned to cycle but think you skills are a bit rusty, this training is for you. It is completely tailored to you personally so your starting point is our starting point.
When you book, we'll ask you what you think your current skills are and what you'd like to achieve. We'll work to that within the training time available.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place within a risk-assessed training area. When you book you can tell us whether you prefer the training in your home area or somewhere else. Your allocated Instructor will then agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
We run this as a two-hour course.
Are you ready?
The training is for people who can basically ride a bike but need a refresher. If you are a complete beginner please look at our ‘Learn to Ride’ training.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one or two people.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs. .
Costs are higher for weekend and evening courses.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you.You have selected Refresh your cycling skills.
The training is for people who can basically ride a bike but need a refresher.
If you are a complete beginner please look at our ‘Learn to Ride’ training.
I want to cycle to .....
This course is for over 18s
This training is for over 18s only.
Do you want to ride to work, college, the shops or somewhere else? If so, read on!
Aim of the training
This training is for over 18s and will help you to cycle to work, college, the shops, the leisure centre, a friend's house - in fact wherever you want to go! It is completely tailored to you personally.
When you book, we'll ask you what you think your current skills are and what you'd like to achieve. We'll work to that within the training time available.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place along the routes, or maybe choice of routes, that you'd need to use for your journey. Your allocated Instructor will agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
We run this as a two-hour course, over one or two sessions - you would agree that with your Instructor.
Are you ready?
The training is for people who are reasonably confident cycling on quiet roads but want help cycling in more varied traffic conditions.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one or two people.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs.
Costs are higher for weekend and evening courses.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have chosen I want to cycle to ....
As a starting point, people who do this course already need to be able to cycle quite confidently on quiet roads.
If you feel you need some training to become confident cycling on quiet roads, please look at our 'Level 2' course,
Family Cycle Training
Aim of the training
You will be able to escort your child(ren) along quieter roads with confidence; your child(ren) will learn how to respond to some key phrases from you.
When you book you can tell us whether you prefer the training in your home area or somewhere else. Your allocated Instructor will then agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
We allocate a single session of three hours.
Are you ready?
Before starting the training, the adult needs to be able to cycle confidently along quieter roads; the child needs to be able control their bike.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one or two adults with up to three children.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs. Costs are also higher for weekend and evening courses. We charge per trainee; children cost less than adults.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Family cycle training.
As a starting point, you already need to have the following skills:
the adult, or both adults, need to be able to cycle confidently on quieter roads.
the children need basic balance and control skills.
if you feel you need help to cycle confidently on a quiet road, please look at our 'Level 2' course. If you have a child who cannot cycle at all or users stabilsers, please look at our 'Learn to Ride for under-18s' course.
Bikeability Level 2
Certificate for under 18s
This training is for under 18s only.
Aim of the training
This training develops your skills for riding on quieter roads.
On this course, you share the road with traffic. The session will begin with the Instructors assessing your current level of cycling skills to ensure it is safe for you to then go on the road. Training areas usually include very quiet roads and those that carry more frequent traffic (without being main roads). In this way, you can progress at a suitable pace.
The training will take place within a risk-assessed training area. When you book you can tell us whether you prefer the training in your home area or somewhere else. Your allocated Instructor will then agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
The course length is two-and-half-hours.
Are you ready?
Before starting the training, you need to have control and balance skills, for example steering the bike and being able to look around without losing control. Your bike needs to be in working condition.
Do I need a Level 1 certificate before going on this course?
A Level 1 certificate is useful but not a requirement. If you have the starting skills, you can go straight to Level 2.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one or two people. You can book more people than that for training and either more Instructors can be allocated, or an Instructor will run more than one course. We will discuss the options with you.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Bikeability Level 2.
As a starting point, people who do the course need to be able to:
Steer the bike where they want to go
Look around whilst pedalling without losing control, including looking behind*
If you are not sure that you have that level of skill, you may want to consider a Level 1 course instead.
*If you ride an adapted bike, looking behind with an aid, such as a mirror, is fine.
Training on quieter roads for adults
This training is for over 18s only.
Aim of the training
This training develops your skills for riding on quieter roads.
On this course, you share the road with traffic. The session will begin with the Instructors assessing your current level of cycling skills to ensure it is safe for you to then go on the road. Training areas usually include very quiet roads and those that carry more frequent traffic (without being main roads). In this way, you can progress at a suitable pace.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place within a risk-assessed training area. When you book you can tell us whether you prefer the training in your home area or somewhere else. Your allocated Instructor will then agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
The course length is two-and-half-hours.
Are you ready?
Before starting the training, you need to have control and balance skills, for example steering the bike and being able to look around without losing control. Your bike needs to be in working condition.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach one or two people. You can book more people than that for training and either more Instructors can be allocated, or an Instructor will run more than one course. We will discuss the options with you.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Training on quieter roads for adults.
As a starting point, people who do the course need to be able to:
Steer the bike where they want to go
Look around whilst pedalling without losing control, including looking behind*
If you are not sure that you have that level of skill, you may want to consider a different course instead.
*If you ride an adapted bike, looking behind with an aid, such as a mirror, is fine.
Bikeability Level 1
Certificate for under 18s
This training is for under 18s only.
Aim of the training
This training improves your balance and control skills in an area away from traffic. It helps you to become more confident riding a bike.
You'll cover checking your bike and being able to start, ride and stop under control. If your bike has gears, we’ll show you how they can be useful. You’ll also learn to look all around, including behind, as well as controlling the bike as you change direction.
The training will take place within a risk-assessed training area. When you book you can tell us whether you prefer the training in your home area or somewhere else. Your allocated Instructor will then agree an exact time and place with you.
How long does the training last?
The course length is 2 hours.
Are you ready?
Level 1 is for children who can ride their bike a little bit and who don’t need stabilisers. If you are a complete beginner, or can't ride without stabilisers, please look at our ‘Learn to Ride’ training.
Ratios
A single Instructor can teach up to two people.
About our fees
Cycle training is a discretionary service provided by Surrey County Council and so we have to cover our costs. Costs are higher for weekend and evening courses.
What happens after you book
You receive a receipt by email. We will allocate an Instructor and that Instructor will contact you quoting the booking number. We will allocate an Instructor as soon as we are able. Please note that in our busier periods this will take longer.
Thank you. You have selected Bikeability Level 1.
As a starting point, people who do the course need to be able to ride a little without using stabilisers.
If you can't ride a bike at all, or need to use stabilisers, please consider our 'Learn to Ride' course. If, on the other hand, you can ride quite well and want to ride on the road, then please have a look at our 'Level 2' course.
