Become an instructor

Want to become an instructor? Find out more about the job and how to get qualified.

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Become an instructor

Instructor training for football coaches

Funding is available to coaches in the Premier League, Championship and English Football League to access our new Recognised Prior Learning route.

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Become an instructor

Why become an instructor?

We want you! Become a Bikeability instructor today.

Become an instructor

How to become an instructor

To work for us, you must hold a 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training.

Delivering training

Read the latest delivery guidance from the Trust.

Delivering training

Activity Templates

Our guides show you how to deliver Bikeability across England.

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Delivering training

Delivery Guides

Our guides show you how to deliver Bikeability across England.

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Delivering training

Risk benefit assessment

You must carry out a risk assessment to ensure that your training is safe.

Essential training and CPD

We want all instructors to be able to develop their career. This section will help you access training and continue your professional development.

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Training and CPD

Essential training – First Aid

Holding a first aid qualification protects you, your riders and your colleagues.

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Training and CPD

Essential training – Safeguarding and SEND

Completing safeguarding and SEND training is essential to become a Bikeability instructor.

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Training and CPD

Instructor Renewals

Each year, you must renew your instructor profile on Link so you can continue to deliver Bikeability as a registered instructor.

Support

Need some more help? We’re always here for you.

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Support

How to use Link

Link is a system to store information on Bikeability professionals.

Support

Marketing and communications

Our marketing and communications team is on hand to support you.

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