Learning to Cycle – Road Safety Cycling
If you are a confident cyclist then the phrase ‘it’s like riding a bike’ makes perfect sense but if you’re a bit rusty or starting from complete scratch then the mere thought of cycling can often conjure up fear, danger and trepidation. And if that’s you, fear not, you are not alone!
Whether you’re a parent wanting to teach your child to ride a bike or you never learnt yourself, it’s never too late to learn to ride your bike and we’re experienced in teaching people of all ages and abilities road safety and cycling skills. Whether it’s just to enjoy a leisurely social cycle or to commute and use your bike as an alternative mode of transport, there are many benefits to cycling; to your physical and mental health, to the environment, to your pocket and to saving you time!
As a DfT registered, National Standards** Instructor for West Sussex County Council, we’ve taught 100's of Year 6+ pupils bike handling and road safety skills through the Bikeability* award scheme.
Adult sessions are available on a one-to-one basis for all levels, from learning to cycle to how to safely negotiate their local neighbourhood on two wheels.
We also work with people with special needs, including wheelchair users, stroke survivors and dementia patients, on a one to one or small group basis and through the Wheels For All Network.
So if you think cycling could be for you, then contact us to learn how to cycle and cycle safely on roads and to improve your cycling skills and confidence.
*Bikeability offers young people the chance to develop their skills and confidence to cycle safely on today’s roads.
There are three Bikeability levels. These take trainees from the basics of balance and control, all the way to planning and making an independent journey on busier roads. Courses are not designed to teach trainees how to ride, but to increase their basic skills, observation, hazard awareness and perception of risk. Bikeability cycling sessions for school children may be free of charge.
** The National Standard for Cycle Training is a statement of competent cycling and cycling instruction.
From the Department for Transport (DfT) and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVLA). It sets out the skills and understanding needed to cycle safely and responsibly and to enable others to cycle. The standard provides the basis for Bikeability and a range of adult cycle training programmes.
Learning to Cycle - Improve your skills
Our bespoke cycling instruction is tailored to your needs and ability.
These sessions are suitable to you if you:
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are new to cycling
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would like to gain the confidence and skills you need to ride on the road
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would like to improve your road riding skills to an advanced level so that you can manage all traffic conditions
Price: 1hr – £35 | 1.5hr £45
Contact us to discuss your needs at sasha@moxieunleashed.com
Mountain Biking
Guided Bike Rides - Intro & Improver Courses
Based on the South Coast, we’re just a short pedal from the South Downs and some truly breathtaking off road bike rides. There’s something for everyone, from the novice just starting out to the highly skilled, experienced biker! Our courses are ideal if you are new to mountain biking or looking to improve your skills and gain confidence to enhance your biking experience.
MTB Intro – Building Skills & Confidence
Led by a MIAS Level 2 Instructor you will learn the fundamental bike control skills required to ride off road and on single track. We start with the basics, such as riding position, taking corners and swerving, and focus on building confidence and getting them right first before progressing on to more challenging terrain and single track.
During the session you will learn how to:
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brake efficiently and under control
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negotiate frequently found obstacles such as tree roots, narrow gaps, small steps and sharp corners
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adopt the correct riding position to give more control and for a smoother ride
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tackle undulating terrain; uphill and downhill terrain confidently
Price: £75 per person (max 6) & £150 one to one
Sessions are 3hrs and are available on a one to one or small group basis.
Bike and helmet hire available on request.
Please contact us if you would prefer a longer or shorter session, or bespoke content focused on your requirements.
MTB Improver – Singletrack Skills
This course builds on the MTB Intro course and is ideal for those who have ridden singletrack before and who want to build their confidence and improve their speed on trail obstacle riding and cornering.
During the 3hr session you will learn how to:
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ride berms faster, with more control and efficiency
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learn how to read the trail, choose your line and where to focus
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to negotiate frequently found obstacles such as tree roots, narrow gaps, small steps and sharp corners
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position your body, hands and feet on the bike to maximise energy efficiently and understand how their position impacts on your riding
Price: £75 per person (max 6) & £150 one to one
Guided Bike Rides
Let us take the planning, logistics and route information in hand, leaving you to relax and enjoy the ride! Our guided bike rides are available at numerous locations along and around the South Downs and include the Downs Link, Friston Forest and Stanmer Park.
Price and bike hire details on request.
Sessions are 3hrs and are available on a one to one or small group basis.
Bike and helmet hire available on request.
Please contact us if you would prefer a longer or shorter session, or bespoke content focused on your requirements.
