Cycle training

Adult cycle training

We offer a range of adult cycle training opportunities, usually free of charge from our base at the Canal Basin in Coventry City Centre. Sessions are held outdoors. The location is easy to access by bus from all parts of Coventry as it is about a 10 minute walk from Pool Meadow Bus Station. Paid-for on-street parking is also available. More information about finding your way to the training location.

Adult Level 1A: Learn to Ride and Adult Level 1B: Cycle Skills are our most popular sessions. You are welcome to book multiple sessions, but we would strongly advise coming to your first session and discussing your progress with our trainers, who would be able to recommend your next steps to help you get the best out of the training.  

Descriptions and availability of each session:

Learn to Ride (Adult Level 1A)

These sessions are aimed at people who cannot ride a bike, or have little or no experience of riding a bike. The sessions are delivered outdoors, in small groups of no more than six people. Training takes place at the Canal Basin in central Coventry.

The Canal Basin is an ideal location for learning to ride a bike. A large paved area with no cars is used to deliver the training, and the peace and quiet provide a relaxing environment.

Please bring a roadworthy bike and helmet if you have one. There is the option to loan, free of charge, a bike and helmet. When it is hot, don't forget sunscreen and a hat if you need one, and bring a bottle of water. During the colder months, bring a pair of thin gloves. No open-toed sandals or loose-fitting shoes.

Booking is essential. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your booking. Current sessions are listed below

Cycle Skills (Adult Level 1B)

Cycle skills training is aimed at people who can already ride a bike and would like to develop their confidence in a traffic-free environment. The sessions are delivered outdoors, in small groups of no more than six people. Training takes place at the Canal Basin in central Coventry.

The Canal Basin is an ideal location for learning to ride a bike. A large paved area with no cars is used to deliver the training, and the peace and quiet provide a relaxing environment.

Please bring a roadworthy bike and helmet if you have one. There is the option to loan, free of charge, a bike and helmet. When it is hot, don't forget sunscreen and a hat if you need one, and bring a bottle of water. During the colder months, bring a pair of thin gloves. No open-toed sandals or loose-fitting shoes.

Booking is essential. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your booking. Current sessions are listed below

Introduction to Road Skills (Adult Level 1C)

This session runs by invitation only, to people who have already attended at least one Level 1B session.

Our instructors will lead a small group of riders (maximum 3) along a mix of traffic-free routes and quiet streets to War Memorial Park, and back again after a refreshment and comfort break. The session aims to introduce you to travelling further and developing confidence and skills on a bike. 

To book onto one of the sessions listed below, please email cyclecoventry@coventry.gov.uk 

On the Road training (Adult Level 2)

This session is aimed at people who are already regular riders and who are confident and competent in their bike handling skills. Our instructors will lead a small group (maximum 3) to introduce you to basic road craft, riding in a variety of on-road environments. The start of the session will include a basic assessment to ensure you have the necessary skills to go out on the road.  The session will be a mixture of instructor-led demonstration, and time for you to practice the skills you’ve been shown.

Booking is essential. You will receive an automatic confirmation of your booking. Current sessions are listed below:

Advanced Road Skills (Adult Level 3)

This session is invitation only to people who have already completed On The Road training (Level 2) and who have their own bike. Our instructors will lead a small group (maximum 3) to introduce you to advanced road craft, riding in a variety of on-road environments. The start of the session will include a basic assessment to ensure you have the necessary skills to go out on the road. The session will be a mixture of instructor-led demonstration, and time for you to practice the skills you’ve been shown. 

Location information for all sessions

A photograph of the meeting location for cycle training. There is a yellow and red arrow pointing to the area.

Address: Coventry Canal Basin, St Nicholas Street, Coventry CV1 4LY
By bus: Routes 20 and 148 stop on Foleshill Road, adjacent to the towpath at the Leicester Row bus stop opposite Halfords, just a short step-free walk from the Canal Basin. Both routes pick up in the City Centre from Trinity Street, and run as far away as Longford, Bedworth and Nuneaton. 
By road: For Coventry Canal Basin, leave Coventry Ring Road at Junction 1. Follow Foleshill Road, first left down Leicester Row, up St Nicholas Street. Look for the brown direction signs when leaving the Ring Road.
Nearest parking: On-Street pay & display parking on Leicester Row, Draper's Fields and St. Columba's Close.

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Cycle Coventry

Address: PO Box 15
Council House
Earl Street
Coventry
CV1 5RR