Bikeability cycle training

Bikeability gives people of all ages and abilities the skills to cycle safely and with confidence.   

All our training is carried out by qualified National Standard Instructors who are Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checked and employed by our Road Safety team. 

We support riders of all abilities and may be able to provide additional support. Please make us aware of any additional needs before the start of the course so that instructors can adapt and help support the riders and the group. There is no additional charge for this.

Bikeability in schools

We provide Bikeability courses to all schools in South Gloucestershire. We can organise multiple courses subject to instructor availability and in agreement with the school.

Parents will need to sign a consent form for children to take part.

Learn to Ride 

For pupils in year 3 and above.

Generally taught before Level 1, this course is for those who have a pedal bike but cannot pedal without using stabilisers.

Level 1

For pupils in year 3 and above.

An introduction to bike safety checks and essential cycling skills in a traffic-free space such as a playground or closed car park.

Level 1 and 2 combined course

For pupils in year 5 and above.

A combined Level 1 and 2 course is delivered over 2 days and is for up to 12 riders.

Level 1 is taught on day 1 and is 1.5 hours in duration. Level 2 is delivered on day 2 and is over 4 hours in duration, with 1 instructor for every 3 riders. Riders must meet all Level 1 requirements to progress to Level 2.

Level 2 is delivered on the roads and helps riders grow in confidence as they learn to adopt the correct road position, communicate with other road users, negotiate junctions and safely pass stationary vehicles.

If a rider is absent for the Level 1 training they will not be allowed to take part in the Level 2 course and will have to rebook. No refunds will be made if a rider is absent or does not progress to Level 2.

Level 3

For pupils in year 6 and above who have already achieved Level 2 Bikeability.

Riders will learn more advanced skills on busier roads. This includes negotiating roundabouts, multi-lane roads and junctions controlled by traffic lights. Training takes place in pairs.

Visit the Bikeability website to find out more about all courses included in the programme.

How to book

Schools should email cycle.training@southglos.gov.uk to book a course.

From 1 April 2026, the fee per rider per course is £5.50. Pupil premium trainees are eligible for free places.

We charge a £60 cancellation fee per course if cancellation occurs within 30 days of the course start date.

School holiday courses

You can book your child onto a Bikeability course during school holidays.

There is a non-refundable booking fee of £5.50 per rider per course. Places are limited to one course per child over the holiday period and you may be charged a cancellation fee if less than 48 hours’ notice is given.

Courses are promoted on our social media channels and through school newsletters.

Visit Bikeability to find out more about all the courses included in the programme.

How to book

When courses are open, you can book via our Cycle Ready booking system.

For these courses to run we need a minimum number of children to attend on the selected date. Locations of training may vary according to availability.

If you would like any more information about our school holiday courses or have any questions email cycle.holiday@southglos.gov.uk

Adult cycle training

If you are new or returning to cycling and would like help to gain confidence we can provide one to one sessions.

This will be charged at £25 per hour.

Email us on cycle.training@southglos.gov.uk to book a session.