Cycling awards for all

BSCA have developed a range of cycling awards designed specifically for young cyclists from the very early stages to advanced levels of competition. We also encourage our members to work towards the awards of the senior governing bodies and details of these are included within this simple guide.

Application forms, and Tutocards are available from the Awards Secretary, Jordans, Jordan Green, Whitwell, Norwich NR10 4RQ, and phone enquiries should be made to John Tym (Awards Secretary) after 7 pm in the evenings or email: awards@bsca.org.uk

BASIC SKILLS

1. Ride and stop	Ride a short distance and stop safely with brakes and no skidding
2. Ride a straight line	Ride to a straight line of 15 metres without deviating more than 75mm from the line
3. Park Bike	Park bike safely against a wall or similar, in a safe position with regard to traffic and pedestrians
4. Right/Left circles	Riding to a line in circles both clockwise and anti clockwise
5. One hand	Riding with one hand for a distance of 10 m whilst maintaining control. (left and right)
6. Gear changing	Gear change on command, up or down one gear at a time when instructed

These 6 skills are all needed prior to participation in the traditional Road Safety training courses (promoted and run by Road Safety departments and ROSPA) and can be set up in a fun environment for young children to practice in a playground or youth club environment. Simple games and ramps/seesaws can be introduced to improve the cycle control and balance. The skills 7—9 can be used to introduce an element of fun and competition to the cycling activity.

ROAD SAFETY TRAINING includes:

· Develop awareness of traffic /dangers

· Starting and stopping

· Road manners

· Signals

· Knowledge of road signs

7. Push & run	Push bike and run forwards for a minimum of 15 metres under control
8. Push backwards	Push bike backwards for 15 metres without losing control
9. Ride slowly	Ride slowly max 15 metres in 1 minute

Complete 7 of these 9 skills and claim a Bronze TRIX award