British Cycling Level 3 Leadership Training

The Cyclewise British Cycling Level 3 Leadership Training Course stands as an advanced and comprehensive training program for those aspiring to become expert mountain bike leaders. Developed in collaboration with Cyclewise and British Cycling in 2010, this course, offered by Cyclewise, goes beyond the basics and equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead groups of mountain bikers in diverse and challenging terrains. Over the duration of the course, participants engage in in-depth sessions covering navigation, risk management, technical riding skills, and group leadership dynamics. The emphasis is on honing advanced riding techniques and fostering a deep understanding of the natural environment to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences for all riders. With highly experienced Cyclewise tutors guiding the way, the Cyclewise British Cycling MTB Level 3 Leadership Course not only elevates participants’ mountain biking prowess but also prepares them to inspire and lead others with confidence and competence in the dynamic world of off-road cycling

The training course builds upon the skills and knowledge gained at Level 2, with more specific topics covered in depth.

Level 3 Course

Our British Cycling Level 3 Leadership Training course focuses on leading groups in technical terrain and trails of technical difficulty.

The Training Covers The Following Areas –

Advanced trailside repairs
Route planning and navigation strategies for technical terrain
Group management in technical terrain
Risk assessment
Managing accidents and emergencies
Promoting hydration and nutrition
Methods for developing attentional focus

Pre-requisites – To Attend The Training Course

• To attend the course you should be at least 18 years-old

• Be fully qualified at Level 2 (or hold TCL or MBL Award)

• You should be an accomplished mountain biker prepared to ride all day in challenging (up to black-graded) terrain. Be competent at negotiating the typical trail features, where obvious line choices and rollable options are often not available. Required techniques include step-up, bunny-hop, and drop-off skills.

• As well as riding skills, you should be competent in setting a map, taking bearings, and creating flow in a trail environment.

• Also, working knowledge of the variety of mechanical systems on current mountain bikes is desirable.

• Finally, you must hold a current two-day outdoor First Aid certificate.

To demonstrate that you have fulfilled the minimum requirements for training, we require you to send us your up-to-date logbook.

In preparation, you must log at least 30 quality days since the completion of Level 2. The majority of these should be within the last 12-18 months. At least 12 of these rides should be as a group leader or assistant leader. If possible, please complete these rides in a variety of areas in the UK.

Before the course commences we will provide you with the Level 3 Mountain Bike Leadership Award training materials. You will also receive log-in details for the online learning programme, ‘NSPCC Child Protection Awareness in Sport and Active Leisure’. It is a requirement to complete this as part of your pre-course work.

Instructor Ratio: 1:6 or 2:8 maximum
Course Cost: £350
Venue: The Yan, Grizedale Visitor Centre

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To find out more about our British Cycling Level 3 Leadership Training course, please contact us or e-mail bookings@cyclewise.co.uk. We will be very happy to help.

Below is some video footage from one of our training courses in the amazing Lake District.

BC Level 3 Leadership Training Reviews

Please pass on my sincere thanks to Rich and Ed. Just completed the Level 3 training course, and I have had a fantastic time. It was brilliant, and so were they. We learned so much over the last 3 days. Now I am now really motivated to get on and prepare for the assessment.

The venue, the training, the trails, and even the weather was first-class. We received top-notch training and thorough feedback. I know exactly what I need to do prior to my assessment. As a result, I am now more motivated than ever and claws have helped