Go Velo is run by Kirsti Grayson, qualified National Standards Instructor Trainer (NSIT), British Cycling Ride Leader and British Cycling Route Planner. Kirsti has also worked for British Cycling as Bikeability Tutor, training future instructors. Kirsti is a member of the Bikeability External Assurance Panel and is a recreational cyclist.
Go Velo has an excellent team of instructors and tutors offering a friendly and fun approach to cycle instruction and instructor training. The team of instructors, tutors, coaches, mechanics and leaders have been carefully chosen for their love of cycling, they are qualified to a high standard, receive regular CPD and are specialists in their chosen field.
The Go Velo team has successfully delivered Bikeability and Adult Cycle Training to more than 40,000 people in Lancashire since its formation in 2009. Go Velo has delivered cycling activities on behalf of, and in partnership with, Lancashire County Council, Pendle Borough Council, Pendle Leisure Trust, Preston City Council, GLL, UCLan, Heysham and Lancaster Schools Sports Partnership, Pendle School Sports Partnership, Rossendale School Sports Partnership and Connecting East Lancashire. Go Velo supports events at colleges and businesses across the county, encouraging people to engage in cycling.
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!