Basic Cycling Skills Course

Skills development for cyclists who can ride a bike (pedal and glide) and want to learn correct techniques for braking, signalling and using gears.

The aim is to develop mastery in cycle handling in a off-road, supportive and enclosed environment and to prepare riders for cycling on the road. The course will take place in the enclosed top deck of the UoB Sport and Fitness Centre, which offers an off-road environment and privacy.

Course of one two-hour session. Open to students and staff. Bikes provided or bring your own. 

Six participants maximum. Please email sustainabletravel@contacts.bham.ac.uk to register your interest (copy and paste this address if the purple button does not work in your browser). Places will be assigned on a first come, first served basis.

Register Your Interest

Only Session: 1-3pm, Weds 28 September

Cost: £4 staff/ £2 students

Meeting point will be at rear of Aston Webb Great Hall--further details circulated in advance.