Overview
This is a practical course for those who want to develop their confidence on a bicycle. It provides you with the necessary skills to negotiate on road journeys. The course covers the following: bike handling, cycling with confidence on the road and roadside repairs.
Minimum Age
16
What skills do I need?
You don’t need any specific skills other than the desire to be more confident on your bicycle.
How long does it take?
This is usually a 2-3 hour session.
What will I need?
You will need access to a bicycle in working order and clothes appropriate for the weather.
What will it cost?
The course costs £20 per person.
What's next?
Once you have completed Essential Cycling Skills you should have improved confidence to make everyday trips by bike. You may be inspired to complete some of our other training courses to develop as a leader or instructor.
Course Dates
| Date | Course Type | Course Title & Instructor | Location | Local Authority | Capacity & Availability | £ Cost | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DateMon 2nd Mar 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff-Essential Cycling Skills Levels 2 & 3 (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local AuthorityEdinburgh City | CapacityCapacity 6 Places Left 4 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 4th Mar 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorKeep Scotland Beautiful (Private) Phil Jones | LocationKeep Scotland Beautiful Glendevon House, The Castle Business Park, Stirling | Local AuthorityStirling | CapacityCapacity 6 Places Left 0 | FREE | Add to Waiting List |
| DateSun 15th Mar 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorEssential Cycling Skills (Private) Kat Brown | LocationMadoch centre St Madoes | Local AuthorityPerth & Kinross | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 2 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 16th Mar 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff Essential Cycling Skills (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local AuthorityEdinburgh City | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 18th Mar 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorKeep Scotland Beautiful 2 (Private) Phil Jones | LocationKeep Scotland Beautiful Glendevon House, The Castle Business Park, Stirling | Local AuthorityStirling | CapacityCapacity 6 Places Left 5 | FREE | Book |
