Start learning in your discipline right from the start of your coaching journey in our Introduction to Coaching course.
On completion of this course, you'll be given the role of Activity Coach and will be able to independently deliver cycling activities in the discipline environment or in a generic/non-discipline environment according to your chosen option.
As the first step on your coaching journey, the learning is designed to support you to gain a basic understanding of coaching, and a range of skills to feel confident to facilitate basic discipline specific coaching activity in your own context. The learning will require you to engage with online content, including technique videos, interacting with e-learning activities, as well as contributing to discussion in seminars, and taking part in practical coaching activities on the development day with your peers.
What will I learn?
This module will introduce you to a number of basic coaching approaches, skills and behaviours to get you started, and to lay the foundations for further development throughout the Coach Award. A prepare-do-reflect model provides the steps to follow, to take you through the coaching process. This is brought to life by thinking about who you coach, what you coach, and how you coach. You won’t be given one “best way” to coach, but will be encouraged to discover what works best for you and for the riders you coach.
The module starts to explore some of the themes you need to begin thinking about in order to meet the needs of the riders you support - rider engagement, creating inclusive and safe environments for everyone (both physical risk and under the broad definition of Duty of Care), and reflection (in, on and for action).
You will have the opportunity to explore these concepts and ideas, and to try them out in a practical way, during the small-group interactive seminars and Development Day.
What is the structure of the course and how long will it take?
The learning experience is a blend of online and face-to-face learning, supported by mentoring from your course tutor throughout.
It includes:
- Online learning - 2 hours
- 3 x 1 hour 15 minutes online seminars each with a 15-minute task
- 1 face-to-face discipline specific development day
This blended learning will take place across a period of 4 weeks and includes 2 weeks access to online learning prior to your first seminar.
How will I be assessed?
You are required to complete all components of the course, attending all seminars and the face to face day, as well as completing all units of the e-learning content.
Rather than completing an end-of-learning assessment task, the tutor will ensure that they check in with you throughout your learning experience to make a formative assessment of your level of competence and understanding.
How much does it cost?
Between £110-£210 depending on the discipline - the variations account for differing venue costs:
Cycle Speedway - £110
Multi-Discipline, BMX Freestyle, BMX Race, Road and Off-Road - £185
Track - £210
Funding maybe available to support with course costs. Check out our Funding & Bursaries page for more.
Please note that first aid is not included in the course cost, however, first aid is only required if you independently delivering coached activities. Check out our First Aid pages for more.
What do I need to register?
- Be registered with British Cycling - this is free. If you would like to be insured under British Cycling's Insurance for Coaches, Leaders and Instructors once qualified you will need to join as a Member.
- Be at least 14 years of age (restrictions apply to legal age of responsibility – see webpage for more info)
- Have access to a computer and the internet
Please note online booking closes 2 weeks before access to online learning begins
The role of Activity Coach – what can I do as a result of this course?
You will be able to independently deliver safe, positive and inclusive coached activities to support riders to engage in cycling (in your chosen discipline) and develop their skills through enjoyable and challenging activities and games.
Access the full learner guide here
Roles and remits for Introduction to Coaching
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Upcoming Courses
If there is no course available nearby, please complete our short form to express interest. This will help us to plan for future courses and let you know when a nearby date has been added.
NB. Bursaries cannot be used in conjunction with any courses highlighted as '(Provider)'.
Express your interest in courses
Course |
Location |
Booking closes
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Compulsory Online Seminars & Development Day
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Online Booking
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Intro2Coach - Multi |
Leeds |
24th April 2024 |
Seminar 1: 2nd May 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Track (Ref: 7306) |
Glasgow |
29th April 2024 |
Seminar 1: 7th May 2024 - 18:30pm |
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Intro2 Coach - Track (Ref:7056) |
Manchester |
4th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 28th April 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 5th May 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 12th May 2024 - 7pm Practical Day - 19th May 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) (Ref:7185) |
Pedal MTB |
1st May 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 11th May 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - BMX |
Bradford |
6th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 14th May 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) Ref: (6977) |
Wye MTB Cannop Valley |
9th May 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 18th May 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Track (outdoor) |
Halesowen |
9th May 2024 |
Seminar1: 17th May 2024 - 7.30 pm |
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Intro2Coach - Track (Ref: 7146) |
Lee Valley |
12th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 20th May 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 28th May 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 4th June 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 9th June 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Ref: 7014) |
Aviemore |
13th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 21st May 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7120) |
Crawley | 18th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 26th May 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 2nd June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 9th June 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 15th June 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 6941) |
Bridgend | 20th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 28th May 2024 - 7.30pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Provider) (Ref: 6966) |
Wye MTB | 21st May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 29th May 2024- 7pm |
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Intro2coach - BMX (Ref: 7057) |
Manchester | 23rd May 2024 |
Seminar 1 : 29th May 2024 - 6.30pm Seminar 2 : 5th June 2024 - 6.30pm Seminar 3 : 12th June 2024 - 6.30pm Practical Day : 16th June 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Ref:7100) |
Herne Hill | 26th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 3rd June 2024- 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - BMX (Ref: 7096) |
Gravesend | 27th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 4th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 11th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 18th June 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 22nd June 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Ref:7152) |
Redbridge | 27th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 3rd June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 10th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 17th June 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 22nd June 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- BMX Freestyle (Ref: 6988) |
Poole | 27th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 4th June 2024- 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - BMX Freestyle |
Sheffield | 27th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 4th June 2024- 4pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7303) |
Dundee | 28th May 2024 |
Seminar 1: 5th June 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 6942) |
Rhyl | 4th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 12th June 2024 - 18.30 |
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Intro2Coach - Road |
Fife | 4th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 12th June 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) |
Velo Coaching Dalby Forest |
4th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 12th June 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Track (Ref: 7101) |
Calshot | 9th June 2024 | Seminar 1: 17th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 24th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 1st July 2024- 7pm Practical Day: 7th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7151) |
Northampton | 9th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 17th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 24th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 1st July 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 6th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Ref: 7304) |
Aberdeen | 10th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 18th June 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) |
Pedal MTB Coed y Brenin |
30th June 2024 | Practical Day 1: 9th July 2024 Practical Day 2: 10th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Ref: 7149) |
Redbridge | 16th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 24th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 1st July 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 8th July 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 13th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Road (Ref: 7106) |
Kent | 16th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 24th June 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 1st July 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 8th July 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 14th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- Road (Ref: 7079) |
Truro | 17th June 2024 |
Seminar 1: 25th June 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Provider) (Ref: 6969) |
Wye MTB | 30th June 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 11th July 2024 Practical Day 2: 12th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - BMX (Ref: 7148) |
Lee Valley | 1st July 2024 |
Seminar 1: 9th July 2024 Seminar 2: 16th July 2024 Seminar 3: 23rd July 2024 Practical Day: 28th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road - Under 18s (Provider) |
Wye MTB | 4th July |
Practical Day 1: 14th July 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7305) |
Dumfries |
8th July 2024 |
Seminar 1: 16th July 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7153) |
Hayes | 14 July 2024 |
Seminar 1: 22nd July 2024 Seminar 2: 29th July 2024 Seminar 3: 5th August 2024 Practical Day: 11th August 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Ref: 7273) |
Hamilton | 24th July 2024 |
Seminar 1: 31st July 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Track (Ref: 6945) |
Newport | 1st August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 11th August 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Road (Ref: 7154) |
Hayes | 11th August 2024 |
Seminar 1:19th August 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 27th August 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 2nd September 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 8th September 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- BMX (Ref: 7102) |
Newton Abbot | 13th August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 21st August 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7274) |
Edinburgh | 26th August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 3rd September 2024 - 18:30 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) |
Pedal MTB Coed y Brenin |
4th September 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 14th September 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7107) |
Crawley | 19th August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 27th August 2024 Seminar 2: 3rd September 2024 Seminar 3: 10th September 2024 Practical Day: 14th Septemeber 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- Multi (Ref: 7108) |
Horndean | 19th August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 27th August 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Ref: 6967) |
Wye MTB | 27th August 2024 |
Seminar 1: 4th September 2024-7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Multi (Ref: 7118) |
Plymouth | 9th September |
Seminar 1: 17th September 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Multi (Ref: 7116) |
Horndean | 13th September 2024 |
Seminar 1: 23rd September 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 7150) |
Redbridge | 15th September 2024 |
Seminar 1: 23rd September 2024 - 7pm Seminar 2: 30th September 2024 - 7pm Seminar 3: 7th October 2024 - 7pm Practical Day: 12th October 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Multi (Ref: 6946) |
Bridgend | 22nd September 2024 |
Seminar 1: 30th September 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Ref: 7144) |
Horndean | 6th October 2024 |
Seminar 1: 14th October 2024 - 7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Provider) (Ref: 6970) |
Wye MTB | 12th October 2024 |
Practical Day: 19th October 2024 Practical Day: 20th October 2024 |
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Intro2Coach - Off Road (Provider) |
Pedal MTB Coed y Brenin |
6th November 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 16th November 2024 |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Provider) (Ref: 6968) |
Wye MTB | 29th October 2024 |
Seminar 1: 6th November 2024- 7pm |
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Intro2Coach- Off Road (Provider) (Ref: 6971) |
Wye MTB | 8th December 2024 |
Practical Day 1: 16th December 2024 Practical Day 2: 17th December 2024 |
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