British Cycling 'Summer of Cycling' taster session at York Velodrome.

Open to all Youth riders aged 9+ who are novices or have limited experience of riding on a velodrome.

This is a coached session which will give riders confidence, develop new skills and provide an insight into riding the velodrome - no previous experience is necessary - even Ed Clancy and Laura Kenny had to start somewhere !

Bikes will be available at the venue but if you have your own fixed wheel TRACK BIKE you are encouraged to bring it along to use.

Session timings:

Please arrive around 0930 to sign on, collect a bike and for a pre session briefing from the coaches.

10am start - 2 pm finish.

Parents/guardians are expected to remain on site for the duration of the session please.

Info for Riders

This is an introductory 4 hour track riding session for novices and intermediate riders aged 9-16 years.

No previous track experience is necessary but you must be a competent cyclist able to ride a road bike and preferably have a reasonable level of fitness to be able to ride for 20 minutes without stopping.

Road bikes are not allowed on the velodrome - specific fixed wheel track bikes are used and there are loan bikes available.

If you do have your own - please bring it along.

Helmets are compulsory.

Clothing - it is recommended that you wear normal cycling kit, plus an undershirt. Long leggings and long sleeved tops are beneficial in case you fall, and gloves / track mitts must be worn.

Coaching will be delivered by experienced track coaches and you will be introduced to the basics of track riding in a gradual, safe and progressive manner.

As this is an outdoor velodrome - in the unlikely event of poor weather the session will be postponed to a later date and if necessary entry fees will either be deferred or refunded if requested.