Herne Hill Velodrome

Training Accreditation

Next Date: 01/12/2024 + 1 other

Herne Hill Velodrome

Herne Hill Velodrome

Training Accreditation

Next Date: 01/12/2024 + 1 other

Herne Hill Velodrome

Rider safety is a priority for all involved at the Velodrome, and we want to make sure that all riders have the necessary skills before allowing them to take part in more advanced sessions and races.

This is Stage Three of our Track Cycling Pathway

You must pass this Training Accreditation in order to take place in Intermediate Sessions at the velodrome and progress through the pathway towards racing, if you wish.

You must arrive in time to sign on, get a number on your jersey and be ready to ride. Latecomers will not be allowed to join.

You will be tested on:

  •     Punctuality
  •     Following Instructions
  •     Observation
  •     Pace Judgement
  •     Controlling your line and positioning
  •     Entering and leaving the track
  •     Group Riding
  •     Decision Making

We recommend you have experience of the following exercises at Herne Hill before you take a training accreditation as some of these may be included in the session. These will all be covered in basic training sessions:

  •     ½ Lap Changes
  •     Pairs on the Blue
  •     Rotation 
  •     Taking a lap on the bunch
  •     Pairs Sprints 
  •     Stacking
  •     Groups overtaking (Leapfrog)

Please note that this session is NOT suitable for first-time riders at HHV. Please see our Track Riding Pathway and attend a Taster session. If you have experience on other velodromes, please email us to confirm the right session for you before attending an accreditation.

  • Lycra is not required, although we recommend that you don't wear anything too baggy - layers are recommended, as well as a warm jacket for after. Remember to bring water and a snack.
  • Check the weather! We run sessions throughout the winter, so please dress warmly and have waterproofs on hand. In the rare instance that we need to cancel due to snow/ice/high wind, we will endeavour to inform participants via email / social media at least 2hrs before the session.
  • Gloves must be worn
  • Hire bikes are available and included in the cost.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before the session start time to get a bike and get comfortable to ensure that the session can start promptly

Location

Directions

We are situated at 104 Burbage Rd, London SE24 9HE. We’re a short walk (and even shorter cycle) from North Dulwich, Herne Hill or Tulse Hill overground stations and local bus routes can be found by clicking here. As you walk north-west along Burbage Rd (from the cross with Turney Rd) keep an eye out for some white curved walls, lovely wood panel gates and a small sign on your right-hand side.

We’ve a limited amount of free parking available on site but we encourage you to travel here by cycle or public transport where you can.

For more information about the recently updated traffic calming measures on Burbage Road click here or search ‘Dulwich Streetspace’. You can't access Burbage Road from the south (via the junction with Turney Road) on a weekday between 08:00-9:00 and 15:00-16:30. At those times you'll need to go via Half Moon Lane.

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