Bikeability is Cycling Proficiency for the 21st century. The ability to cycle safely is a life-long skill, and high quality cycle education enables confident and enjoyable cycling. Our training raises awareness of skilful cycling among all road users, encourages active travel, and benefits children’s health and well-being.
Many Leicester & Leicestershire primary schools can access free cycle training through the national Bikeability programme, funded by the Department for Transport. There are three Bikeability levels, designed to help trainees improve their cycling skills.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 teach trainees the basics of balance and control, all the way through to planning and making a journey using busier roads. Our sessions are fully inclusive, free to school pupils, and we can provide all necessary equipment.
All sessions are led by qualified cycle instructors. Find out more about Leicestershire Bikeabilty and Leicester City Bikeability.
We’re excited to bring to you the new cycling for families training! The development of Bikeability Family cycle training will help you get on your bikes, whether you want further training for your child or after they complete Level 2 at school, or you as a parents need support.
Continuing cycling outside of school will not only support children with their confidence, but it will help them to enjoy cycling as a life skill so that they continue to cycle beyond school.
Cycle training for families is available across England. In April 2021, the Department for Transport announced £18m funding for cycle training, including for families. This doesn’t cover every family, but it’s a fantastic first step.
