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 16th Dec 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff Essential Cycling Skills Levels 1 & 2 (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateWed 1st Jan 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorECS 1:1 - Bike Station Perth (Private) Kelly Fry | LocationThe Bike Station Perth 284 High Street, Perth | Local AuthorityPerth & Kinross | CapacityCapacity 1 Places Left 1 | FREE | Book |
| DateSun 12th Jan 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorECS Group - Bike Station Perth (Private) Kat Brown | LocationThe Bike Station Perth 284 High Street, Perth | Local AuthorityPerth & Kinross | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 13th Jan 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff Essential Cycling Skills Level 3 (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 6 Places Left 6 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 20th Jan 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff Essential Cycling Skills Levels 1 & 2 (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 27th Jan 2020 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff Essential Cycling Skills Level 2 & 3 (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 6 Places Left 6 | FREE | Book |
