What is the Bikeability scheme?

Bikeability is a cycle training programme that teaches children practical skills and gives them the understanding and expertise they need to ride their bikes on the road. It replaces the old-fashioned Cycling Proficiency courses that many of us did as children.

How long is the Bikeability course?

5-day
About the courses Our 5-day courses look after 12 riders. It covers: bike checks. control skills.

Does the cycling proficiency test still exist?

The Cycling Proficiency Test stopped being used in 2007. It was superseded by a new scheme, branded ‘Bikeability’, which was introduced by the Department of Transport as part of their National Standard for Cycle Training plan.

What age do you do your cycling proficiency?

It is best suited to children in primary years six and seven. Primary year five pupils can also take part; however, those who do not reach their ninth birthday by the end of the scheme will be awarded a certificate of training rather than a certificate of competence.

Do Bikeability instructors get paid?

All our cycle training is paid at an hourly rate as a freelance instructor. *Trainee instructors will be deemed fully qualified after their training period of 100 allocated school hours has been completed.

How is Bikeability funded?

The Bikeability trust is a charity and any other income is invested into our Innovation Fund. Our board of trustees governs this fund. Funds are generated by: Budget surplus from the DfT administration grant.

Is it safe to cycle UK?

However, around 59% of non-cyclists in Britain feel that it is too dangerous for them to cycle on the roads. Overall, the UK has a good road safety record – but for cycle safety in particular, it is one of the poorer performing countries in Europe.

What happened to cycling proficiency?

The Cycling Proficiency Test was a test given by Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents which served as a minimum recommended standard for cycling on British roads. It was superseded by the National Standards for Cycle Training, branded Bikeability, in England in 2007.

Is cycling proficiency compulsory?

‘Firstly, the Cycling Proficiency Test doesn’t exist in the same format as it used to,’ he says. ‘It’s been replaced by Bikeability, which involves three levels of training to improve your cycling. ‘That said, you don’t have to have passed any level of Bikeability training to cycle on any roads.

Is CPD a requirement of a Bikeability instructor?

Instructor CPD For example instructors could be required to undertake a minimum level/type of CPD each year in order to maintain their status as an active Bikeability instructor. The industry development group should help to determine the level and type of CPD required.

How do I become a cycle instructor?

Here are the main steps to becoming an indoor cycling instructor:

1. Get certified – choose a certification course for indoor cycling instructors.
2. Keep practicing – maintain a practicing routine to keep you fit.
3. Get insured – after getting certified, you’ll likely need indoor cycling instructor insurance to find work.