6 days ago
Behind the scenes we don't always get things right. Todays Homer Simpson moment was contacting Kelbrook School to organise a collection of one of our bikes. After much confusion and searching of the premises for our lost bike, school owner and I realised that I may have called the wrong "school”. I had called Kelbrook Shooting School instead- lots of laughter and apologies followed. Our missing bike has been retrieved from Kelbrook Primary School and is now secured back at the ranch! ... See MoreSee Less
1 week ago
Training update
🚴 Schools with year 6 pupils taking part in Bikeability will be our priority
🚴 We will honour all existing year 6 school bookings from March 8th and will call to confirm the booking this week
🚴 Schools with year 6 pupils that have missed out on Bikeability this year will have the option of catching up with the training in the Summer term.
🚴 Holiday activity will go ahead from April 12. This will mainly be focused on Bikeability Level 1/2/3 for year 6 pupils to ensure they do not miss out before leaving primary school......but we will of course put on our very popular learn to ride courses too. Watch this space for eventbrite links.
🚴 Adult training will resume from April 12.
Our training is conducted within Government guidelines for Corona Virus. We social distance, use regular and frequent hand sanitiser and provide anti viral wipes and spray if you are using our equipment. Please contact us for our risk assessment if you are concerned.
The above plan could change depending on Government guidelines but it’s looking good for now.
Thanks all - please get in touch if you have any queries.
We can’t wait to see you all again ... See MoreSee Less
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Hope Great Harwood Primary and Mr Woodruff's class are on your list.
4 weeks ago
Two weeks after receiving the innovation grant to train people with SEND, we received some news that Go Velo had been donated some fabulous adapted bikes. Today was a very moving day, as the bikes, including hand crank bikes, tandem trikes, wheel chair adapted bikes and power assisted tandem/ trikes have been donated by Barry Howarth. Barry cycled with Pendle Forest until he had an accident on a club run 30 years ago. He was left paralysed, but continued cycling with his wife Betty using the adapted bikes. Barry passed away last week but wanted to give his bikes to Go Velo as knew we would make good use of them. We are so grateful for them and know that so many people will make use of them in the future. Barry was always fun to talk to and always came and chatted when we were at work at the hub, the Go Velo team will miss him lots. We will make a donation in his memory to spinal research and keep in touch with Betty who is keen to see the bikes in action. ❤️❤️ ... See MoreSee Less
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A really lovely story. 👏👏👏👏👏Wishing you well with them Kirsti.
Excellent, Alan Roper and myself got to know Barry at the Steven Burke Sport Hub he would be there most mornings in his motorised wheelchair with is wife and carer, they would walk round with him... Great gesture from a really nice man. R.I.P. we will miss him.
A lovely gesture all round.
What a great story. You’re gunna have a lot of fun and reward with those machines.
1 month ago
Here’s Sarah White head teacher from Coates Lane Primary School in Barnoldswick. We’ve always loved going into this school to deliver Bikeability and learn to ride sessions as the school has such a caring and happy environment. What a fabulous head with a very poignant message right now. Our hearts go out to everyone home schooling and trying to get through this situation. ... See MoreSee Less
1 month ago
Woke up to some great news - our innovation fund application had been accepted. This will allow us more time to train riders with SEND, work to lower ratios, buy, store and transport suitable equipment and offer SEND awareness training for our instructors. We can’t wait to get back to work now to start this exciting new project. ... See MoreSee Less
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Emma Mac , This is what we were thinking about, getting a grant for.
Congratulations
Excellent news. Well done 👏
INSTRUCTOR TRAINING,
ADULT CYCLE TRAINING
AND BIKEABILITY
Cycling as a leisure activity, a sport and a means of travel is equally suitable
for the very young, the very old, male and female, and people with disabilities,
and is universally popular. We are able to help just about anyone!
Go velo is an established, dynamic and independent company born from a passion for cycling and a vision for education.
Offering a diverse range of cycle training and activities in Lancashire and beyond, all courses can be arranged locally subject to demand. With our qualified cycle instructors, coaches, ride leaders and mechanics we offer a diverse range of cycle training and activities in Lancashire and beyond. All courses can be arranged locally subject to demand.
Go Velo is an accredited Recognised Delivery Centre delivering the new 1st4Sport cycle training qualification. We are certified to deliver the nationally recognised cycle instructor qualification and training for new and existing cycle instructors.
Go Velo runs a registered Bikeability Scheme. Bikeability is like the old cycling proficiency – but is even better! Its designed for current road conditions and progressively teaches how to ride a bike confidently. We can even teach you how to ride a bike!! Certificates, badges and booklets are issued for each level.
MORE INFOIf you don’t cycle and want to learn how, haven’t ridden for a while or even want to use your bike as a mode of transport then this FREE training could be just the ticket. Bikes and helmets can be provided.
MORE INFOAs a Recognised Delivery Centre, we offer the 1st4Sports Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training for both new and existing instructors and is ideal for anyone who wishes to work as a paid cycle instructor.
Go Velo loves events! Globe Velo 24 and The Santa Ride saw riders taking part at The Steven Burke Sports Hub raising money for charity. If you want to promote cycling and sustainable transport or raise money for charity, get Go Velo to come down and support your event with our Ride leaders, pedal powered Smoothy Maker, Dr Bike and Try a Bike roadshow.
MORE INFOInclusive Cycling – Go Velo provides cycling opportunities and experiences for everyone wishing to take part, including riders with a disability. Go Velo makes every effort to include everyone and actively seeks specialist equipment where necessary to enable full participation.
Let Dr Bike have a look and diagnose any problems. Minor ailments will be remedied on the spot, anything more serious will be given a prescription. This fab scheme is offered to schools, colleges, places of work, in fact to whoever wants it!
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Cycling as a leisure activity, a sport and a means of travel is equally suitable for the very young, the very old, male and female, and riders with a disability. It is universally popular. We are able to help just about anyone!
The Go Velo team are consummate professionals. If they say they can do something, consider it done! Go Velo have supported Love to Ride Lancashire in numerous ways, they have enabled us to hold cycling events, led ride and bike maintenance courses with businesses and organisations across Lancashire. They’ve also supported our work at Colleges and launch events. They have provided first rate equipment, bikes and enthusiastic professional instructors whenever we’ve needed them. The Go Velo “can do” attitude has helped Love to Ride collect information about new riders, which in turn has been used to inform further funding, allowing us to continue to promote the benefits of riding a bike to residents across Lancashire. Above all, Go Velo helps build confidence and empower people to “have a go”! Our thanks to the Go Velo Team. Keep up the excellent work!
Love to Ride Lancashire
The whole Go velo team were amazing. They very quickly built relationships with our children and staff alike, set high expectations of our children and gave them the confidence and encouragement to succeed throughout all elements of the Bikeability training. Their enthusiasm for cycling and instilling into our children not only the safety elements of cycling but also the health and enjoyment aspects of it was refreshing. The high trainer/ child ratio made progress easier to achieve and gave time for personalised training to be accessed. The whole Go velo teams adaptability to ensure that even the least confident and non cyclists achieved success was touching and their sheer motivation enthused these children to 'have a go' resulting in some non- cyclists becoming cyclists 🙂 During feedback from our staff team we are all in total agreement that we have never seen Bikeability delivered as well and with as much dedication. Our children were given a real slice of quality training and are now much more proficient and competent cyclists from the efforts put in from Go Velo . . . A HUGE thank you to all the team and please can we have you back next year 🙂
Lynne Slater - Headteacher - Lea Community Primary School