British Cycling's Scholarship programme provides two individuals who are committed to a career in coaching with the opportunities to work closely with the organisation's performance staff and Coach Education team in order to broaden their understanding of cycle sport and further their personal development.

The 12 month programme will consist of a wide variety of coach development opportunities, tailored to meet the specific needs of this year's scholars, former Talent Team track rider Monica Eden and XC rider Justin Knox.

As well as the chance to work with British Cycling performance coaching staff at Regional and National Schools of Racing, training camps and coaching sessions, Scholars will also be provided with funding to enhance their British Cycling coaching qualifications, attend conferences and numerous other professional development interventions.

In addition to being supported by the Coach Education team, successful scholars will be expected to keep detailed blog of the activities and here they are.

Click on the profiles to see what Monica and Justin have been up so far this year.

Monica Eden	Justin Knox