Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Cycling
The Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Cycling (L2CCC) is aimed at people new to coaching and/or cycling. The knowledge gained from this qualification will allow you to develop an understanding of safe, ethical and effective cycling coaching. The certificate qualifies you to independently plan, deliver and evaluate a series of cycling activity sessions to groups of beginner and intermediate level children or adults.
What are the benefits of becoming a Level 2 Coach?
Coaches at this level are vital to ensure that everyone involved in cycling at the grass roots level has a positive and enjoyable experience, and ensuring the ongoing future and success of cycling in Britain.
- A nationally recognised coaching qualification
- £5 million professional indemnity insurance
- Access to free coaching and technical support.
- A free monthly coaching newsletter
- Go-Ride Gears 3 and 4 Coaching Workbooks with over 30 different activities
- Level 2 coaches can also plan their own sessions
Level 2 coaches can use a greater range of environments to deliver cycling activities compared to the Level 1 coaches. At Level 2, coaches can also use non-technical off-road terrain and outdoor grass or hard surface cycle tracks.
What will I learn?
This is a 3-day course, with about 8 weeks between days 2 and 3. The course covers a wide variety of modules:
Day 1:
- Introduction
- Cycling Safety
- Analysing Cycling Techniques
- Improving Rider Performance
- Delivering Coaching Sessions
- Planning Coaching Sessions
Day 2:
- Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Code of Conduct
- Planning a Series of Sessions
Day 3:
- Cycling Equipment
- Improving Your Coaching
A large portion of the course is made up of practical activities, to help you through experience. You will have an opportunity to deliver cycling techniques to other participants on the course to develop each others knowledge of what to coach and how to coach.
Am I eligible to attend?
Candidates are required to:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold a current and recognised appointed persons first aid certificate (or equivalent)
- Have an appropriate level of coaching insurance that provides at least the same level of cover as that provided by British Cycling membership (gold or silver)
- Present a valid enhanced CRB check, British Cycling will undertake a check on your behalf.
Course Timetable
Find a full list of currently available courses - dates and venues: Level 2 Programme
Do I need to bring anything to the course?
Coaches are required to supply their own bike and helmet for taking part in the 'Cycling Techniques' module. Bikes used in the session should be in good working order and be capable of performing a range of basic skills (i.e. manoeuvring around cones). And have two working brakes. Candidates do not need to be competent cyclists to take part in the activities. If you are unable to take part in this session for any reason (e.g. illness, no bike or helmet) please inform Coaching and Education prior to the course so that alternative arrangements can be made to involve you in the activities.
How much does the Qualification cost?
£295 - There maybe some financial assistance available. Please contact us for further details.
How do I apply?
Complete and return the following documents:
- Application Form- >>>>
- Self Declaration and Coach Registration- >>>>
- British Cycling Membership Form- >>>> (if not already a member)
- Application Pack- >>>>
Further Information
