Overview
This course covers the skills necessary to lead cycle rides on roads and on recognised cycle paths. Rides will usually be aimed at novice or inexperienced cyclists who want to become more active or are interested in exploring their local area by bike.
Candidates aged 16 & 17 can complete the course to be recognised as a Led-Ride Assistant. Led-Ride Assistants can only attend courses where the majority of candidates are over 18.
Minimum Age
What skills do I need?
You should be a confident cyclist with good communication skills. Cycle Ride Leaders will be a minimum of 18 years old. Candidates age 16 & 17 can arrange by prior agreement to train as a Led-Ride Assistant.
How long does it take?
This is a one day course.
What will I need?
You will need a bicycle in working order and clothing appropriate for the weather. Candidate Ride Leaders should also identify their target audience.
What will it cost?
The course costs £75 per person, or £400 to organise a bespoke course for a group of 5-8 people.
To organise a bespoke course, please get in touch with Cycling Scotland on 0141 229 5350 or email info@cycling.scot
Please contact or book with the Tutor directly to obtain the code.
What's next?
On completion of this course, you will have the knowledge and training to confidently lead a group on rides using roads and cycle paths.
Ride leaders have responsibility for decision making on-route, and cannot expect participants to contribute towards this.
The Cycle Ride Leader can provide a useful introduction to leadership techniques for more ambitious groups, but it is not a substitute for established off-road leadership qualifications.
As a Cycle Ride Leader, it is recommended that you hold a valid first aid certificate and appropriate insurance.
Course Dates
| Date | Course Type | Course Title & Instructor | Location | Local Authority | Capacity & Availability | £ Cost | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DateTue 24th Apr 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorPedal 4th CRL (Private) Drew Michie | LocationHawkhill Community Association 132 Hillcrest Drive, Alloa | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 0 | FREE | Add to Waiting List |
| DateThu 26th Apr 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorClyde Valley HS CRL (Private) David Fox | LocationClyde Valley HS Castlehill Road | Local AuthorityNorth Lanarkshire | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 3 | FREE | Book |
| DateSat 28th Apr 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorCycling UK-Velocity Cycle Ride Leader (Private) Brian Salvona | LocationInverness Ice Centre Bught Drive, Inverness | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateSun 29th Apr 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorCycling UK-Velocity Cycle Ride Leader (Private) Brian Salvona | LocationInverness Ice Centre Bught Drive, Inverness | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 2nd May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorCRL - Dundee University ISE - Adult Cycling Project (Private) Keith Stocker | LocationUniversity of Dundee ISE Old Hawkhill , Dundee | Local AuthorityDundee City | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 3 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 9th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorJillian's CRL (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateSat 12th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Cycle Ride Leader (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 6 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 14th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorActive Fife CRL 1 (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 14th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorFife CRL 2018/1 (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 16th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorEast Lothian Outdoor Learning Philippa Barber | LocationEast Lothian Council Outdoor Learning Service Mussleburgh Racecourse Complex | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 7 | £75 P/P | Book |
| DateWed 16th May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorDisability Sport Fife CRLa (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateTue 22nd May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorActive Fife CRL 2 (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateTue 22nd May 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorFife CRL 2018/2 (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationOutdoor Education Fife Lochore Meadows, Fife | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateFri 8th Jun 2018 | Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Led Ride Assistant | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Midlothian Cycle Ride Leader (Private) Brian Salvona | LocationLoanhead Centre George Avenue, Loanhead | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 4 | FREE | Book |
