Group Skills Session
Small Group Skills Sessions: Our small group coaching, suitable for up to 8 cyclists, offers a blend of personal attention and team synergy. This setting is perfect for friends, cycling clubs, or corporate teams preparing for RideLondon or amateur racing events. During these sessions, you can expect to learn and enhance a variety of competitive and cooperative cycling skills:
Racing and Event Tactics: Learn team strategies such as sprinting, attacking, and executing through-and-off manoeuvres.
Group Climbing & Descending: Master techniques for navigating elevation changes efficiently as a team.
Group Cornering & Braking: Develop methods to maintain formation and momentum during corners, which is crucial for energy conservation.
Group Bike Handling: Enhance safe and efficient bike handling within close proximity to other riders.
Group Riding Dynamics: Explore drafting, spacing, and rotating leadership to maximise collective speed and energy conservation.
Large Group Skills Sessions: Designed for up to 16 cyclists, our large group sessions are ideal for corporate teams, charity groups, and social clubs, focusing on fun, confidence, and comfort on the bike in a social setting. Here’s what participants will engage in:
Skill-Based Games: Enjoy cycling games that boost confidence and bike handling skills.
Balance and Coordination Drills: Participate in exercises that improve balance and coordination, which are essential for group riding.
Confidence-Building Exercises: Engage in activities designed to increase comfort levels on the bike, enhancing the enjoyment of cycling.
Navigational Challenges: Tackle practical scenarios to improve group navigational skills in real-world situations.
Booking and Organisation: Upon booking your session, if we have not already organised the details, we will contact you to confirm the time and place. Please be prepared for a small amount of paperwork and an initial assessment, which will help us tailor the session to the group’s specific needs and skill levels.
Session Options:
Small Group Sessions: These sessions are designed for up to 8 cyclists and focus on detailed skill improvement and team dynamics. They are ideal for friends, cycling clubs, or corporate teams. Skills covered include racing tactics, group climbing and descending, cornering, braking, and bike handling.
Large Group Sessions: These sessions are suitable for up to 16 cyclists. They are crafted to be fun and engaging, focusing on building confidence and comfort in a more social setting. Activities include skill-based games, balance and coordination drills, confidence-building exercises, and navigational challenges.
Differences Between Sessions:
Focus: Small group sessions concentrate on advanced techniques and strategies for competitive and cooperative cycling, while extensive group sessions emphasize fun and foundational cycling skills for comfort and enjoyment.
Structure: Small groups allow for more personalized coaching and attention to individual and team tactics. Large groups engage in activities that foster team-building and cycling enjoyment among a broader range of participants.
Outcome: Participants in small group sessions typically aim to enhance performance for specific cycling events or improve team coordination, whereas extensive group sessions aim to increase overall cycling confidence and enjoyment among cyclists of all levels.
Flexible Scheduling and Venue Options: Our sessions can be conducted at various venues, suitable for both small and large groups. We accommodate flexible scheduling to ensure that the sessions can be integrated smoothly into your group's plans, whether it’s a corporate outing, a club activity, or a training session for an upcoming event.
Pricing Structure: Each session is priced based upon an hour of coaching, providing a cost-effective solution for enhancing your group's cycling skills. This pricing allows for flexibility and scalability depending on your group’s size and the session’s duration.
Expert Coaching: Our coaches are experienced with a broad range of cycling disciplines and group dynamics. They are dedicated to providing an educational and enjoyable experience, ensuring that all participants leave with improved skills and a deeper understanding of effective cycling practices.
Safety First: Safety is a paramount concern in all our sessions. We ensure that all activities are conducted in a controlled environment with the utmost attention to safe riding practices. This commitment to safety helps participants focus on learning and enjoying the session without concerns.
Engagement and Fun: We believe learning is best when it’s enjoyable. Our sessions are designed to be engaging and fun, incorporating games and challenges that make learning complex skills more accessible and enjoyable.
Ready to Enhance Your Group Riding Skills? Contact us today to book your group or large group skills session. Let’s work together to boost your team’s cycling performance in a fun, supportive, and professional setting.