Upcoming Courses

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

This course is for children who are confident and competent riders with a recommended minimum age of 9 

The rider is taking part in a combined level 1 & 2 course. These courses may be set up as one day or two day course, please make sure if there are two dates listed on your booking that you attend both days.

The course starts in an off-road environment, the rider must be able to ride in a straight line, whilst looking behind and riding with one hand whilst keeping control of the bike. If they are struggling with this element of the course, they will not be able to proceed to the on-road sessions, and you will be contacted to collect them early.

This course will give the rider a basic level of cycling competence on which they will need to build and practice with an adult, it should not be regarded as a guarantee of their safety.

They will need:

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and a snack (if it is one day course, they will also need lunch)

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings

The charge is non-refundable

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

Off Road session.

Bikeability Level 1 sessions are designed to be fun and engaging for children.  These sessions take place in a traffic-free environment, and include fun games and activities to make learning enjoyable and to boost confidence.

The rider must be able to cycle unaided for at least one minute without help or stabilisers, instructors may refuse participation if this is not the case.

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack with a drink and a snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings.

The charge is non-refundable.

Parents/Guardians must stay if child is aged 8 or under

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

This course is for children who are confident and competent riders with a recommended minimum age of 9 

The rider is taking part in a combined level 1 & 2 course. These courses may be set up as one day or two day course, please make sure if there are two dates listed on your booking that you attend both days.

The course starts in an off-road environment, the rider must be able to ride in a straight line, whilst looking behind and riding with one hand whilst keeping control of the bike. If they are struggling with this element of the course, they will not be able to proceed to the on-road sessions, and you will be contacted to collect them early.

This course will give the rider a basic level of cycling competence on which they will need to build and practice with an adult, it should not be regarded as a guarantee of their safety.

They will need:

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and a snack (if it is one day course, they will also need lunch)

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings

The charge is non-refundable

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

Off Road session.

Bikeability Level 1 sessions are designed to be fun and engaging for children.  These sessions take place in a traffic-free environment, and include fun games and activities to make learning enjoyable and to boost confidence.

The rider must be able to cycle unaided for at least one minute without help or stabilisers, instructors may refuse participation if this is not the case.

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack with a drink and a snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings.

The charge is non-refundable.

Parents/Guardians must stay if child is aged 8 or under

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

Off Road session.

Bikeability Level 1 sessions are designed to be fun and engaging for children.  These sessions take place in a traffic-free environment, and include fun games and activities to make learning enjoyable and to boost confidence.

The rider must be able to cycle unaided for at least one minute without help or stabilisers, instructors may refuse participation if this is not the case.

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack with a drink and a snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings.

The charge is non-refundable.

Parents/Guardians must stay if child is aged 8 or under

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

This course is for children who are confident and competent riders with a recommended minimum age of 9 

The rider is taking part in a combined level 1 & 2 course. These courses may be set up as one day or two day course, please make sure if there are two dates listed on your booking that you attend both days.

The course starts in an off-road environment, the rider must be able to ride in a straight line, whilst looking behind and riding with one hand whilst keeping control of the bike. If they are struggling with this element of the course, they will not be able to proceed to the on-road sessions, and you will be contacted to collect them early.

This course will give the rider a basic level of cycling competence on which they will need to build and practice with an adult, it should not be regarded as a guarantee of their safety.

They will need:

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and a snack (if it is one day course, they will also need lunch)

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings

The charge is non-refundable

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

Off Road session.

Bikeability Level 1 sessions are designed to be fun and engaging for children.  These sessions take place in a traffic-free environment, and include fun games and activities to make learning enjoyable and to boost confidence.

The rider must be able to cycle unaided for at least one minute without help or stabilisers, instructors may refuse participation if this is not the case.

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack with a drink and a snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings.

The charge is non-refundable.

Parents/Guardians must stay if child is aged 8 or under

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

This course is for children who are confident and competent riders with a recommended minimum age of 9 

The rider is taking part in a combined level 1 & 2 course. These courses may be set up as one day or two day course, please make sure if there are two dates listed on your booking that you attend both days.

The course starts in an off-road environment, the rider must be able to ride in a straight line, whilst looking behind and riding with one hand whilst keeping control of the bike. If they are struggling with this element of the course, they will not be able to proceed to the on-road sessions, and you will be contacted to collect them early.

This course will give the rider a basic level of cycling competence on which they will need to build and practice with an adult, it should not be regarded as a guarantee of their safety.

They will need:

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and a snack (if it is one day course, they will also need lunch)

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings

The charge is non-refundable

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

This course encourages non-riders to become riders. It takes place in a playground or similar off-road location. The session is 45 minutes long and you will need to accompany the rider throughout the session. 

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack, with a drink and snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings. 

The charge is non-refundable

Any age

Off Road session.

Bikeability Level 1 sessions are designed to be fun and engaging for children.  These sessions take place in a traffic-free environment, and include fun games and activities to make learning enjoyable and to boost confidence.

The rider must be able to cycle unaided for at least one minute without help or stabilisers, instructors may refuse participation if this is not the case.

They will need.

• A roadworthy cycle (without stabilisers) with 2 working brakes.
• Suitable helmet (not full face)
• Suitable clothing for the weather
• Small backpack with a drink and a snack

Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' cycles and other belongings.

The charge is non-refundable.

Parents/Guardians must stay if child is aged 8 or under

Course timings may be reduced and/or changed depending on number of participants

• Please note: Stabilisers are required to be removed to attend this course.

• You will need:

  • Roadworthy bike with 2 brakes
  • Suitable helmet (not full face)
  • Suitable clothing for the weather

  Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' bikes and other belongings.

Bike health check and minor repairs, such as:
• Brakes - Caliper and cable adjustment, cable and pad replacement
• Gears - Indexing, adjustment, and cable replacement
• Chain - Check for wear, lubricate if required
• Tyres - Puncture repair / tube replacement, inflated to recommended pressure (PSI)
• Other - Check all nuts and bolts are correctly torqued
• Headset and bottom bracket check
• Check bar plugs and cable end caps, and replace if missing

We will spend a maximum of 30-minutes per bike, and will signpost to a ‘bike shop’ if repairs required exceed this time.

Essex County Council will use your information to provide this service . Your information & personal information will be shared with the course instructors for the duration of the course. Information will be retained for the duration of eligibility for services . For more information regarding your rights and our commitments visit https://www.essex.gov.uk/privacy-environment-and-transport

• Please note: Stabilisers are required to be removed to attend this course.

• You will need:

  • Roadworthy bike with 2 brakes
  • Suitable helmet (not full face)
  • Suitable clothing for the weather

  Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' bikes and other belongings.

• Please note: Stabilisers are required to be removed to attend this course.

• You will need:

  • Roadworthy bike with 2 brakes
  • Suitable helmet (not full face)
  • Suitable clothing for the weather

  Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' bikes and other belongings.

• Please note: Stabilisers are required to be removed to attend this course.

• You will need:

  • Roadworthy bike with 2 brakes
  • Suitable helmet (not full face)
  • Suitable clothing for the weather

  Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' bikes and other belongings.

• Please note: Stabilisers are required to be removed to attend this course.

• You will need:

  • Roadworthy bike with 2 brakes
  • Suitable helmet (not full face)
  • Suitable clothing for the weather

  Instructors are not liable for any loss or damage to participants' bikes and other belongings.

Bike health check and minor repairs, such as:
• Brakes - Caliper and cable adjustment, cable and pad replacement
• Gears - Indexing, adjustment, and cable replacement
• Chain - Check for wear, lubricate if required
• Tyres - Puncture repair / tube replacement, inflated to recommended pressure (PSI)
• Other - Check all nuts and bolts are correctly torqued
• Headset and bottom bracket check
• Check bar plugs and cable end caps, and replace if missing

We will spend a maximum of 30-minutes per bike, and will signpost to a ‘bike shop’ if repairs required exceed this time.

Essex County Council will use your information to provide this service . Your information & personal information will be shared with the course instructors for the duration of the course. Information will be retained for the duration of eligibility for services . For more information regarding your rights and our commitments visit https://www.essex.gov.uk/privacy-environment-and-transport