Free Cycle and Maintenance Training
If you live, work or study in Brighton and Hove and are 14+ years of age then Brighton & Hove City Council can offer you free nationally accredited cycle training and maintenance training courses. This scheme is available until the end of March 2016 as part of the Department for Transport project funding for the year 2015/16.
Cycle Training
Beginner – Level 1
New to cycling, or feel a bit wobbly on two wheels? You’re not alone. Level 1 training can get you on a bike and cycling confidently.
Intermediate – Level 2
Been a while since you’ve been on a bike, but keen to start cycling again? Want to begin cycling on the road? We can teach you the skills you need to cycle confidently and safely in traffic.
Experienced – Level 3
If you’re an experienced cyclist but would like to learn the skills to tackle roads and complex junctions, then level 3 training is for you.
Maintenance Training
Basic (two hour course)
If you are looking to increase your basic cycle maintenance skills, like doing safety checks, brake and gear adjustments, removing wheels and fixing punctures, as well as how to clean and lubricate your bike, this is the course for you.
Intermediate (four hour course)
If you are a little more experienced in looking after your bike, this course will introduce you to advanced tools and lubricants, provide an introduction to different brake types, changing a brake cable, splitting and re-joining a chain and other advanced maintenance skills.
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To Book
Apply online via this cycle training booking form
If you have any questions call 01273 296753 or email east.central@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
Once they have your details the Council officers will pass them to a cycle training provider who will contact you. They will set a date and time, meeting place or training venue and answer any questions you may have. Courses run Mondays to Saturdays at various locations.