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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DateWed 28th Aug 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorEssential Cycling Skills (Beginner to Intermediate) David Miller | LocationTransition University of St Andrews Observatory Workshop, University of St Andrews, Buchanan Road, St Andrews | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateThu 29th Aug 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorHES ECS course (Private) Allan Dunlop | LocationHistoric Environment Scotland Head Office Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 1 | FREE | Book |
| DateThu 29th Aug 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorEssential Cycling Skills (Intermediate to Advanced) David Miller | LocationTransition University of St Andrews Observatory Workshop, University of St Andrews, Buchanan Road, St Andrews | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 8 | FREE | Book |
| DateMon 2nd Sep 2019 | 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 9th Sep 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorSustrans Staff-Essential Cycling Skills (Private) Brian Salvona | Location Sustrans Edinburgh Rosebery House | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 8 Places Left 5 | FREE | Book |
| DateSat 21st Sep 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorEssential Cycling Skillls @ Stirling High first (Private) Andrew Abbess | Location | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 1 Places Left 0 | FREE | Add to Waiting List |
| DateSat 21st Sep 2019 | Course TypeEssential Cycling Skills | Course Title & InstructorStirling High essential cycling skillls second course (Private) Andrew Abbess | Location | Local Authority | CapacityCapacity 1 Places Left 0 | FREE | Add to Waiting List |
