Bikeability National Standard Cycling Training

Level 1 :- Suited for completely new cyclists, this level teaches the basics of riding a bike on the road, but in a safe, off the highway environment. Using mock junctions and obstacles, the rider will develop an understanding of road position and bike handling ability. Level 1 is usually accomplished in 1 or 2, 2hr sessions.

Level 2 :- Building on the level 1 training, we look at the more detailed aspects of riding on the road. These are taught in a real highway environment using quite junctions at first, and then moving up to more busier roads as the riders confidence and ability develops. By the end of this level, the rider will be able to confidently undertake a short journey, demonstrating confidence in traffic, road positioning and safely pass through junctions. This level is usually completed in around 2 or 3, 2hr sessions.

Level 3 :- This level builds on level 2, completing the national standard training scheme. Participants learn more about riding on the road in heavier traffic by doing the training in a real environment setting. Dealing with the more complex issues like roundabouts and multi lane junctions, level 3 is aimed more for the inner city cyclist that would like to be more confident on their journeys. This level is usually completed in around 3, 2hr sessions.