It’s like cycling proficiency, but better! It’s about gaining practical skills and understanding how to cycle on today’s roads. Bikeability gives everyone the skills and confidence for all kinds of cycling.

We offer National Standard Bikeability Cycle Training to all schools within the County. Bikeability is promoted and supported by the Department of Transport and is designed to give the next generation the skills and confidence to ride their bikes on today's roads.

How does Bikeability work?

A pool of qualified cycle instructors has been recruited to ensure that as many individuals as possible can benefit from the scheme anywhere in the County.

There are three levels of training available:

• level 1 – An introduction to cycling and involves basic bike control
  • suitable for age 8 years and above or school Year 4
• level 2 – An introduction to the on road environment and quieter roads 
  • suitable for age 9 years and above or school Year 5
• level 3 – Provides skills for all on road environments
  • including more challenging traffic situations and complex junctions 
  • suitable for age 13 years and above or school Year 8

Our professional Bikeability Instructors deliver cycle training to individuals, families, children, groups, new learners or experienced cyclists. To discuss your training needs and to check availability please contact us.

Details of other cycle training providers can be found via the Department for Transport Bikeability website.

Adult cycle training 

We offer a range of adult courses to get you cycling and to enjoy all the benefits riding a bike has to offer. So, whether you're a new rider, want to build your confidence on the road or learn how to navigate complex road junctions, we have a course for you.

Dates of training this year are: 

• Saturday 1 March 2025
• Saturday 10 May 2025
• Saturday 2 August 2025 

Based from our County Hall site, Worcester. 

Cost is £40 a session.

To enquire or book a place on a course contact Bikeability@worcestershire.gov.uk.