How to get off-road cycling in schools
Physical education provision in schools has traditionally not included 'fringe' physical activities such as off-road cycling. Many youngsters do not fit the traditional mould of team sports or competitions but can find activities such as cycling, surfing, climbing and canoeing highly engaging. By offering opportunities for such activities through schools it is hoped that many youngsters will cultivate a life-long healthy hobby, or even a professional career.
What funding is available?
Sport England have recognised this and now offering funding under the Sport Unlimited package which can potentially pay for instructors to take school children cycling off-road. Sport unlimited is administered through the County Sports Partnerships and requires forward planning so contact your partnership early. To find your local County Sports Partnership click here.
School groups need to be lead by a fully qualified and competent instructor. Various qualifications are sufficient for this activity depending on the level of off-road cycling:
Sport England have recognised this and now offering funding under the Sport Unlimited package which can potentially pay for instructors to take school children cycling off-road. Sport unlimited is administered through the County Sports Partnerships and requires forward planning so contact your partnership early. To find your local County Sports Partnership click here.
School groups need to be lead by a fully qualified and competent instructor. Various qualifications are sufficient for this activity depending on the level of off-road cycling:
Off-road cycle training:
CTC - for more information click here
SMBLA - for more information click here
CTC - for more information click here
SMBLA - for more information click here
On-road / skills training:
Bike Ability
For more information click here
For qualified instructors in your area click here
Go Ride
For more information click here
For Go Ride coaches in your area click here