Leader Training

Dates for Mountain Bike/Off Road Leaders Course:-

2012 course dates.

April 30th and 1st May
May 26th and 27th



Cost for the 2 day training course £160.00
(we reserve the right to cancel dates if bookings drop below 4 persons). PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE HAPPY TO ACCOMMODATE SPECIFIC DATES FOR GROUPS OF 4+ CALL TO DISCUSS

Course spaces are limited from 4 to 8 persons, please contact Simon Godin for full booking information.  07864 832 667 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

  The courses involve both theoretical and practical sessions. In all cases the participant will need to show evidence of competence in managing groups of children. This can be done either by being a qualified teacher or youth worker, or having a qualification that is assessed in group management such as a mountain leader's award. Or after taking the course completing 20 hours of assessed activity, supervised by someone who has one of these qualifications (they do not have to be qualified cyclists) or a named person in your area who is acceptable to BSCA.

• Touring Leaders course (1 day course), which addresses all aspects of planning and taking a group of young people on tour, from a short day ride to a weeks youth hosteling.  Special emphasis on road safety, and how to safely negotiate the hazards of the road system.
• Mountain Bike/Off Road Leaders course (2 day course) which deals with navigation and mechanics to a greater depth than the other courses.  Designed to enable leaders to take young people on tours of Rights of way and Bridleways, and get them back safely.  The course deals with problems of dangerous environments, and peaceful co-existence with other outdoor pursuits. (Off road racing and competition are also covered).
  
• All courses are continuously assessed in terms of demonstrating ability to handle groups, especially in the setting of goals and limitations appropriate to the age, aptitude and ability of young people.
  Key Benefits
• Accepted by many local education authorities and recognised by the Adventure Licensing Authority 
• Accredited by the Association of British Cycling Coaches with access to their insurance scheme. 
• Developed in close consultation with Hampshire Education Authority and other professionals in the outdoor industry.

Our course also combines the experience from our own instructors to ensure you get a complete training program.All participants should come with a suitable mountain bike, a helmet that complies with ANSI or SNELL standards and they must be prepared to ride off road for at least 2 hours, no matter what the weather. However equipment can be supplied if this is necessary.
The Course will be run from 0930 to 1700 on both days.
The Mountain Bike Leaders’ Course is heavily weighted towards practical mountain bike off road safety with young people and addresses the following:

• Group Control and specifics of a cycling group 
• Clothing and equipment
• Map Navigation Specific to off road cycling 
• Feeding and drinking to avoid sudden fatigue
• Regulations and Guidelines for Safe Practice
• Heat and cold, avoidance and recognition of problems
• Choice, correct sizing and setting up a bike
• Communications, Leaders equipment and checklists
• Safety Checks on bikes and maintenance
• Highlight the importance of off-road First Aid
• On and off road safe riding technique

Please call us for a complete run down on dates available throughout the year, if required we can arrange a private date for your assessment, with minimum numbers of 4 and maximum of 8.