About the course
Courses are being run as follows:
- 12:30 - 14:30, Tuesday 24th October 2023
Please follow the screens to book.
Course Description
This is a cycle training course specifically targeted at secondary school age children and their parents/carers who want to cycle in town centres and urban areas.
The course will begin with an update to the Highway Code and how it is relevant for cyclists. Following this, riders will be coached by Surrey County Council Cycling Instructors on the four core functions that underpin cycle training:
• Observation
• Communication
• Positioning
• Understanding Priorities
Surrey County Council Cycling Instructors are training to the National Standard .
The course will take riders through the local town centre traffic system with instructors coaching riders on best practice and safe cycling skills when on out on their bikes. The format of the course may alter according to the skills and requirements of the riders.
The instruction will consist of demonstrations, conversations and coaching.
Where does the training take place?
The training will take place within a dynamically risk-assessed training area.
Course logistics
The course will last for approx. two hours - please meet at Spelthorne Leisure Centre. This course is aimed at families, therefore any riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What should I bring?
Please bring a water bottle. We recommend wearing high visibility clothing appropriate for the weather and a cycling helmet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please look at our FAQ page if you have any questions, or email us on public.cycletraining@surreycc.gov.uk
