Beacon Academy Summer of Cycling Ackers Adventure Go-Ride session

Who? Open to young riders aged 5-12 who are are already confident riders who would like to learn new skills including riding over uneven ground, mounting and dismounting the bike quickly.

What? Riders will be given the chance to try out the course before challenging themselves to ride as fast as they can. The course will be in a section of woodland which will be marked out with stakes and tape. Challenging features such as tree roots will be picked out with whitewash. Riders will be given the opportunity to improve on their previous best time. A podium will be in place to recognise the achievements of fastest times and best improvements in each category. MTB and CX bikes are suitable.

When? Wednesday 21 August 2024, sign on at 10:00. The finish time will depend on the number of participants.

Where? Ackers Adventure, Golden Hillock Road, Small Heath, Birmingham, B11 2PY. Head for 'Ackers Base Camp'.

Why? Develop skills, fitness and tactics.

What equipment do I need? A working off-road bike (CX or MTB); helmet; gloves; clothing that can keep you warm enough – but not so you get too hot putting an effort in; layers are good. See Bike, Helmet and Clothing Checklist (PDF).

What if I haven't got a bike like that? Let us know by selecting the 'borrow-a-bike' option and we can sort it out.

Safeguarding: The club's welfare officer is Kate Dighton, who can be contacted at [email protected].

How much? This session is registered as a 'Go-Ride' race with British Cycling but we are charging just £1 per rider. Optional junior club membership is £5.

For the young riders, a parent/carer must be present. Please complete a consent form (DOC) for all riders and e-mail to [email protected] in advance.

How can I find out more? See http://beaconrcc.org.uk/academy/, https://www.facebook.com/BeaconCyclingAcademy or e-mail [email protected].

Host or Publisher Beacon Cycling Academy