Go-Ride for Clubs

Go-Ride is an initiative that integrates club development and structured coaching activities for young people into a single programme. It can be delivered through clubs or schools. Below is an outline of the benefits your club will receive and what your club needs to do to become Go-Ride Clubmark Accredited.

Go-Ride is British Cycling’s Club Development Programme that incorporates Sport England’s Clubmark Scheme. Clubmark is a cross-sport quality accreditation for clubs with junior sections. If your club registers as working towards Clubmark, the process will take a few months, but you will be supported every step of the way by our Regional Development Teams. You can find out more about Clubmark by clicking on the Go-Ride and Clubmark link on the left of the screen.

What does your club gain from becoming Go-Ride Clubmark Accredited?

·          Publicity - club details on British Cycling Website and help with event promotion.

·          School Links - to encourage more youth and junior club members.

·          Ongoing Support - from a network of Regional Managers and Go-Ride Coaches.

·          Resources - including; a Coaching Kitbag, Go-Ride Gears books 1-4.

·          Training - for coaches, club officials and other volunteers.

·          Free Silver Membership - for up to 7 nominated Club Officials.

What does your club need to register?

·          British Cycling Affiliation.

·          A suitable area to run coaching sessions.

·          At least one Qualified British Cycling Coach.

·          A Club Contact willing to have his/her details published.

·          Club Welfare Officer (training to be provided by British Cycling).

What commitment does your club need to give?

·          Deliver regular coaching activities through a British Cycling qualified coach.

·          Forge close links with local schools to encourage children.

·          Willingness to working towards Go-Ride Clubmark Accreditation.

What is the next step?

If you are interesting in becoming a Go-Ride club please contact your Regional Manager for more information.