Royal Greenwich is committed to improving conditions for cycling and its cyclists. Free cycle training is available to anyone who lives, works or studies in the Royal Borough aged 7+, and it is actively encouraged to enable people to cycle more safely, more confidently and more often.

All courses are trainee-led, tailored to your current cycling ability and enabling you to get the most out of your cycling, whether you’re learning to ride for the first time, you want to start making local journeys on-road, you’d like to start commuting, or you’d like to start cycling as a family. Bikes and helmets are available on request from certain locations and you can always use your own bike as long as it’s roadworthy (tyres, brakes, chain all in good condition). All our cycle training follows the national standards which include Level 1 (practising skills in an off-road environment to develop control), Level 2 (on minor, quiet roads) and Level 3 (complex road situations).

We currently offer the following free services:

• FREE 1 to 1 Cycle Skills sessions (aged 7 or over) Whether you're a first time rider or a regular cyclist looking to improve your skills, your instructor will tailor the session to suit your individual abilities and goals. Choose from: Basic Cycle Skills Book now or read more... Urban Cycle Skills Book now or read more... Advanced Cycle Skills Book now or read more...
• FREE Family Cycle Skills (aged 7 or over) Gain confidence and learn skills to cycle as a family. Your instructor will tailor the session to your requirements. Book now or read more...
• FREE Schools Cycle Training. For schools who wish to book a course or for more information, select from one of the following levels: Level 1 & 2 or Level 3
• FREE Dr Bike Sessions where an experienced mechanic will check that your bike is working well and riding smoothly. They’ll make minor adjustments and repairs, and advise and recommend any more comlex work that will need to be done at a local bike shop. Our mechanics will provide information on local bike shops in the area. Please check the Upcoming Events for details on upcoming sessions.

Please check back regularly for updates on courses we offer, as this may change from time to time.

From time to time we also offer Safer Urban Driving courses for professional drivers. Please refer to Upcoming Events for courses currently available.

Cycle Confident works in partnership with the Royal Borough of Greenwich to provide cycle training initiatives. For any queries relating to the training on offer please contact us.

For other cycling enquiries related to cycling in the Royal Borough, the information below may be useful:

• We are currently working in partnership with the Royal Borough of Greenwich and CACT to deliver E-Z Cycle, a month-long electric bike loan programme for anyone who lives, works or studies in the Borough (over 18). If you are interested please follow this link to CACTs website, to book on: http://www.cact.org.uk/courses/ez-bike-loan-scheme-
• On-street cycle parking
  • Requests: https://www.cyclehoop.rentals/suggest-location/
  • Enquiries: Email - greener@royalgreenwich.gov.uk; Contact - 020 8921 2102
• Cycle parking on RBG housing estates
  • Requests: http://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/downloads/file/2036/council_estate_bike_shelters_application_form
  • Enquiries: Email - greener@royalgreenwich.gov.uk; Contact - 020 8921 2102
• Questions about routes or cycling infrastructure improvements:
  • cycling-strategy@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
• Report a street fault:
  • https://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/highwaysreporting/
• Greenwich Cyclists (local branch of London Cycling Campaign):
  • http://www.greenwichcyclists.org.uk/

Upcoming Events

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