Cycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride Leader

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Overview

The Cycle Ride Leader award provides an introduction to leading groups on risk assessed and organised bike rides during daylight hours. It enables leaders to plan and organise rides within an organisation, community group or club.


Minimum Age

18
  Candidates aged 16 & 17 can train as an Assistant Cycle Ride Leader.

What skills do I need?

You must have recent experience riding a bike, and feel ready to assume responsibility for a group on a bike ride. Candidates must ride confidently on roads with traffic for up to 2 hours, be able to cycle up moderate hills, and off road surfaces such as canal paths and be able to mend a puncture or replace a damaged inner tube. 

What if I’m under 18 years old?

If you are aged 16-17 you won’t be qualified to lead rides by yourself, but will be allowed to assist adult Cycle Ride Leaders, and may be able to upgrade your qualification when you turn 18. Please note that places for 16-17 year-olds must be agreed in advance, as there are restrictions on the number who can attend each CRL course. Contact training@cycling.scot for further information.


How long does it take?

This is a one-day course, which usually lasts eight hours.


What will I need?

You will need a roadworthy bike and clothing appropriate for the weather. You will also need to bring lunch/snacks unless the organiser is providing these.

It would be helpful if you have some idea of the types of rides you’ll be leading after the course, and your target audience.


What will it cost?

If you are part of a group or organisation, for £500 you can book your own bespoke course, for a group of 5-8 people, at your own venue, on a date that suits you.

For an individual, the cost of this course can vary, depending on the venue/organiser, but it is usually between £50-80 per person.

We may be able to advise you about funding that can be used for this kind of training.


What's next?

You might want to complete a Cycle Trainer course to become a National Standard cycle training instructor.

It is recommended that Cycle Ride Leaders hold a valid first aid certificate and appropriate insurance.

This course provides a useful introduction to cycling leadership. It is not a substitute for established off-road/mountain bike leadership qualifications. Scottish Cycling and Cycling UK offer mountain bike leadership courses if this is something that interests you.

Course Dates

DateCourse TypeCourse Title & InstructorLocationLocal AuthorityCapacity & Availability£ CostBook
DateSun 4th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - The Vale of Leven Trust (Private)
Bill Ross
LocationThe Vale of Leven Trust
9 Mitchell Way, Alexandria
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 1
FREE
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DateTue 6th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Velocity (Private)
Bill Ross
LocationHighland Archive and Registration Centre
Bught Road, Inverness
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 2
FREE
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DateThu 8th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorLeverndale (Private)
Ileene Mulholland
LocationLeverndale Hospital
Crookston Road, Glasgow
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 4
FREE
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DateSun 11th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Killin (Private)
Cliff Smith
LocationKillin Sports and Recreational Hub
Killin
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 6
FREE
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DateMon 12th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Just Bee (Private)
Stephen Borland
LocationJust Bee Productions
Meadowside Church St Pauls, 118 Nethergate, Dundee
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 7
FREE
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DateWed 14th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Angus Cycle Hub (Private)
Sam Moody
LocationDundee Cycle Hub
Waterfront Place, Riverside Esplanade, Dundee
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 2
FREE
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DateMon 19th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCycle Ride leader - Gleniffer High School (Private)
Charles Mooney
LocationGlennifer High School
Amochrie Road, Paisley
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 6
FREE
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DateFri 23rd Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Whitburn Academy (Private)
Philippa Barber
LocationWhitburn Academy
Bathgate
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 4
Places Left 0
FREE
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DateTue 27th Jun 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCRL - Perth All Ability (Private)
Neil Daly
LocationBells Sports Centre
Perth
Local AuthorityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 8
FREE
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DateMon 10th Jul 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorEast Lothian Outdoor Learning Service
Philippa Barber
LocationEast Lothian Outdoor Learning Service
Mussleburgh
Local AuthorityEast LothianCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 8
£75
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DateTue 1st Aug 2023Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCycle Ride Leader - Bike for Good (Private)
Joshua Wood
LocationBike for Good - Glasgow West
65 Haugh Road, Glasgow
Local AuthorityGlasgow CityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 8
FREE
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DateMon 4th Mar 2024Course TypeCycle Ride Leader & Assistant Cycle Ride LeaderCourse Title & InstructorCycle Ride Leader - Bike for Good (Private)
Joshua Wood
LocationBike for Good - Glasgow West
65 Haugh Road, Glasgow
Local AuthorityGlasgow CityCapacityCapacity 8
Places Left 8
FREE
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