Overview: These sessions are for young riders aged 8+ who want to develop their cyclocross bike handling skills for cyclocross racing. We'll cover core skills used in cyclocross such as climbing, descending, cornering, shouldering the bike, mounting, dismounting, and more. Different sessions will cover different techniques, so we recommend attending multiple sessions to learn the full range of skills needed.

Which session to choose?

Tuesdays 5pm: The Intro to Cyclocross sessions are suitable for off-road beginners between 8-16 years old. They will introduce the core elements of Cyclocross but also focus on essential off-road riding skills and will help young riders get used to this terrain.

Tuesdays 6pm: Cyclocross Intermediate U2s is suitable for young riders aged 8-12 with some CX racing experience who want a more focused session with faster and more technical elements.

Session Details:.

• Bike Types: Suitable bikes include gravel, cyclocross and mountain bikes.
• Bike Hire: Cyclocross bikes are available for hire at £5 extra. These must be booked in advance via the entry form.

Important Notes:

• Experience: No accreditation, taster, or previous experience is necessary.
• Lights: Ensure you have a quality front light for Autumn and Winter sessions.
• Session Duration: 1 hour
• Helmets & Gloves: Necessary
• Clothing: We recommend cycling-specific clothing, plenty of layers, and waterproofs (sessions will run in bad weather). Please get in touch if you are unsure about what to wear.
• Skill Level: You must be able to confidently ride a bike, but this session is open to young riders of any fitness level. The focus is on technique rather than pre-existing fitness.
• Bike Cleaning: The last part of the session will involve riders cleaning their own bikes.

Location:

• Trails: Sessions take place on the off-road trails at the back of the main track.
• Meeting Point: Meet by the picnic benches beyond the pavilion and blue seating for the session. Latecomers will need to find the group on the trails.
• PLEASE NOTE: The sheds are locked before we head to the trails - latecomers who need to hire a bike may not be able to participate in the session - please arrive 10 mins early if you need to hire a bike.

Join us to enhance your cyclocross skills, build confidence, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow young riders!

If the sessions below aren't when you expected, please consult our website to check the trails calendar. Off-road sessions are seasonal and are subject to change at different times of year or due to demand.