Cycle Training
Cycling activities for everyone to enjoy ranging from child cycle training all the way up to adult, we've even got sessions to help you with cycle safety, check below for all activities available and the email details to book in!
Have fun learning to ride a bike. Whether it’s for the very first time or you’re looking to progress your skills, our range of sessions are here to help.
Get set to cycle: Build your confidence to ride and learn essential cycling skills with support from friendly experts. These sessions are held in traffic-free places like parks or empty car parks. The ideal beginners' session.
Feel road safe: Get comfortable on various routes, including bridleways, cycle paths, and residential streets. These sessions will help you get used to riding alongside other road users. Feel confident on your next short journey, whether it's to the shops, your nan's house, or the mosque.
Boost ride confidence: Master cycling in traffic and learn to use different types of roads. These sessions will grow your skills and help you reach all the places you can go by bike. Go further than you ever could before.
Email WestMidlands@cyclinguk.org to find out more about sessions local to you and how to book.
Get your bike ready for the road. Our cycle maintenance sessions offer fun and easy-to-follow training on how to make sure your bike is safe to ride.
Discover the basics and understand how to:
- Fix a puncture
- Adjust a saddle
- Maintain brakes and gears
- Give your bike a health check to make sure it is safe to ride
- Recognise a fault you can't fix and know where to get it sorted
If this sounds like something you would like more information on then please email WestMidlands@cyclinguk.org to find out more about sessions local to you and how to book.
As part of the inclusive cycling sessions, the social aspect is just as important as the physical activity.
The session leads ensure they work to get to know the people attending to help them figure out which bikes they prefer, in addition to helping them get ready for their rides.
Whether it is a casual or more energetic ride, the session leads work to support and motivate all participants. This involves adjusting the bikes to suit everyone’s needs, providing encouragement, and sometimes accompanying participants on rides to ensure they feel safe and confident.
If you would like more information on these sessions including how to book please email parkride@midlandmencap.org.uk or call 0121 442 2944.