3.6.4 Observation: Being aware of surroundings and the actions of others When teaching younger children, it may be useful to describe the key skills as follows: The language you use may change, but the key skills stay the same....
3.6.4 Observation: Being aware of surroundings and the actions of others When teaching younger children, it may be useful to describe the key skills as follows: The language you use may change, but the key skills stay the same....
3.6.3 The four key skills (core functions) The National Standard sets out four ‘core functions’ (or key skills) that every rider should have: Observation: Being aware of surroundings and the actions of others Position: Choosing and maintaining the most appropriate...
3.6.2 Mindset – sharing the road All road users have a responsibility to behave in a predictable and calm way towards one another. The National Standard Element 4.1.2 provides some statements about how to co-operate with and respect other...
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3.6.1 Independent decision making During cycle training activities, you should encourage riders to make independent decisions. This should always be done under your supervision and, if necessary, with your support. It’s important that riders do not simply copy or...
3.6. What will I teach? This section is a summary of what you will need to cover when teaching cycle training on the road. It covers the basics of all cycle training: You should include these elements in all...
3.5. Use of language This guide and associated resources (including the Ride Guide and Activity Templates) are based on the National Standard, but they deliberately do not use the same language. We have adapted the language to make the...
3.4. The Highway Code The Highway Code exists to keep us all safe on the UK’s roads. It also aims to support a healthy, sustainable and efficient transport system. The cycle training described in this guide follows the rules...
3.3. The National Standard for Cycle Training The National Standard for Cycle Training (referred to throughout the guide as the National Standard) is a set of rules and guidelines to help everybody cycle safely and responsibly. The National Standard covers:...