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Cyclewise Academy started in 2010 and has grown steadily each year. Currently, it has 108 members aged 8-18 years old, 15 qualified voluntary leaders plus a super-dynamic committee all with the main aim of "Making it happen" for our young bikers. It has been a continual learning curve for all those involved with the Academy - with excursions to the Velodrome, night riding and cyclo-cross racing to name but a few, we continue to provide as many opportunities as possible to ensure a good-quality experience for all. The Academy is managed by a dedicated volunteer committee, many of whom have their own kids in the club. In the past 12 months, they have given their own time and have become fully qualified British Cycling Leaders, undertaken a 2-day Outdoor First Aid course and have been the first to gain British Cycling Clubmark accreditation in the North of England. All Academy leaders have undertaken Child Safeguarding courses and are CRB checked. 2013 is already shaping up to be another great year and I hope you're able to join us in "Making it happen". News Update: Feb 2013 Following on from our AGM in 2012, we have approached 2013 with a new radical concept that we believe will be a huge success for our 2013 Academy programme. Therefore, we are now welcoming new members to apply for Academy membership. Link below. The plan is to hold an induction day for ALL new members on Sunday 14th April (NOTE: THIS IS A REVISED DATE). During this induction, ALL new members will be assessed and put into groups (Green, Blue, Red, Black or girls team). The new 2013 Academy programme begins for ALL on 28th April. On this day, each group will be asked to design their own programme/wish list for the year. The dates for 2013 are listed below. More information will be passed on during both dates in April and we ask ALL involved to have an idea what they would like to achieve by March 2014 eg more natural riding, more Velodrome trips, more competitions etc etc. If you need any more information or have any questions, please do email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Academy members meet at the Academy clubhouse behind the Cyclewise Whinlatter shop. The summertime programme runs from 10am - 3pm and wintertime from 10am - 1pm. Brian Dodd is the Academy membership officer but for any other correspondence please e-mail Les Barker - Club Secretary This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Rich on 017687-78711. NEW APPLICANTS Please fill in the Application Form with your full details. Whinlatter Junior Go-Ride MTB Event SAT 23rd MARCH 2013 Cyclewise Academy is hosting its first ever Go-Ride race competition during the weekend of WMBC to make a great weekend of racing for all the family. With four different age categories from 8-18, there is something for everyone, all run under British Cycling Go-Ride racing insurance. With Cyclewise Whinlatter hosting a weekend of events including demo rides, Altura and Cube stands plus the WMBC on Sunday, we are certain that this will help create a really great competition atmosphere. Registration is on the day and only £4 to enter. Prizes for each race from 1st to 3rd. Click here to find out more information Academy Dates 2013
The aim of the Cyclewise Academy is really quite simple:-
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The Committee's aims are to be able to offer a variety of sessions that will help develop these young riders in the many various disciplines of the sport from skills, mechanics, leadership, navigation, racing etc. However the Academy belongs to its members so we will always welcome suggestions and new ideas.
Some of the various sessions we have enjoyed this year so far have been First Aid, Night Riding, Pumping & Jumping, Mechanics, Introduction to Natural Riding, Helmet Cam Coaching and Trail Questing. 
