Support for Cycling

Cycle Training

 

Our Cycling Scotland certified courses cater to both adult beginners and current riders.​

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Absolute beginners

Learn to cycle!

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This course is for adults who have never learnt to cycle or are returning to cycling after many years.​ The session is designed to guide you through the stages of learning to balance and pedal.

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We can usually provide a bike and helmet for beginner sessions.

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Introduction to on-road cycling

Build confidence for using the road

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This course covers the essentials of safe on-road cycling, with lots of quality practice time to build on-road confidence.

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The session mainly takes place on quieter roads, shared-use paths and designated cycle lanes.

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Advanced on-road cycling

Build confidence for busier and more complex roads

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This course is for those who are familiar with the essentials of on-road cycling, but lack confidence with busier roads or complex situations and infrastructure.

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The course begins on quiet streets to review skills, followed by a selection of busier locations, with opportunities to observe traffic, cycle with the instructor, and practice alone.

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Family Cycle Training

Cycle together with confidence: for leisure, or school runs

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This session is aimed at parents and carers cycling with their children. The focus is to equip the whole family with the skills and confidence to cycle together safely as a group.

Cycle Buddies

 

Cycle Buddies will build your confidence for journeys that matter to you.​

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You will be matched with one of our volunteers, who can cycle with you for up to five rides. Routes will be suited to your experience and needs.

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What can my buddy help with?

 

Commuting

Cycling to work or education

 

We'll help find a route suitable for your needs, and can cycle with you until you feel confident. The commute can include a school run for parents/carers.

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Cycling after dark

Support for navigating poorly-lit areas

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Your buddy can help find routes with good street lighting, and more confidently navigate darker sections.

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Exploring your neighbourhood

A short cycle-tour of your local area

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Whether you've just moved to Edinburgh, or are simply looking to get around more by bike, a buddy can help you find the nicest ways around your part of town.

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Anything else?

Let us know what you are looking for

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How does Cycle Buddies work?

1. You share some details about your cycling experience and the journeys you want to make.

2. We identify route options and the best buddy for your needs.

3. We share the route suggestions with you.

4. You meet your buddy (online, at the Wee Spoke Hub, or a local café) to introduce yourselves and finalise your plans.

5. You cycle with you buddy, for up to five rides.