HSDC South Downs Campus: Cycle Coaching

HSDC South Downs Campus: Cycle Coaching Open to Youth & Junior riders (U18) Balance bikes, Helmet mandatory. Technical Skills & Groupwork 😎 Delivered by British Cycling qualified coaches.

Open to youth and junior riders (U18) Schedule: 09:00-09:15 'Sign on'. 09:15-11:25 Main session. By 11:30 all riders and 'support crew' clear of site (10 minute mid-session break). Group riding and skills session to equip young riders with both handling and racing techniques. We ask that riders are able to ride their bikes without stabilisers. However, we are happy for riders to use 'balance bikes

' or normal bikes with pedals removed. We will assist - where we can - rider transition from balance bike 'scoot' to 'pedalling'. Depending on coach availability. Please also check out www.readysetride.co.uk where games and progressing from 'scoot to pedal' tips and information can be found. An android & iOS app is also free to download. A bike, clothing & helmet check will be carried out prior to the session and 'signing-on' for the list of attendees. The cost for coaching session £3 per rider. A Parental Consent Form (Traffic-free Coaching) is required for new riders - if you haven't filled one in before use the link to download the form, print it off, complete it and bring it to the session. There will be car parking available for the 'support vehicles' and toilet/changing facilities available in the South Downs Gymnasium (directly in front of you as you enter the site) open 09:00-12:00 attended by staff. Support Crew to remain on site please. The venue is cycling friendly and a 'sports focussed' college. Riders are reminded to remove clipless shoes on entry into the gym area please, to prevent you slipping over and floor damage from shoes - thank you. Easy to get to and without the hassle of Portsmouth city roads on a Saturday. Contact: David Gwilliam 07427530627

06/06/2026

CANCELLED 6th June - High winds and rain today make today's session untenable. We will postpone today's session until another Saturday. Watch this space. Please share. Summer has arrived!! 🌪🌨🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴😎

What a beautiful morning! 10 young riders joined Jo in practicing their skills, not least responding to instructions and...
09/05/2026

What a beautiful morning! 10 young riders joined Jo in practicing their skills, not least responding to instructions and looking out for each other. Great riding! Dave had a great group focused on getting those corners right - it is so fast when you do. Thank you support crew for keeping them fueled and hydrated. Back in 2 weeks.

Hi this might be fun for anyone looking for some cycling fun in Portsmouth/ Southsea
15/03/2026

Hi this might be fun for anyone looking for some cycling fun in Portsmouth/ Southsea

Cycle the City:100 is a family‑friendly, group cycle ride across Southsea. Fun for you & the kids, ending with a picnic on the Common

Any adult ladies fancy brushing up skills British cycling coaching Mountbatten trackSaturday 11th April 2026
14/03/2026

Any adult ladies fancy brushing up skills British cycling coaching Mountbatten track
Saturday 11th April 2026

South League: Women’s Academy – Group Riding & Race Skills

Do you want to feel more confident riding in a group or trying your first race?

Join us for a women-only coaching sessions, designed for riders of all experience levels.

🔸Moredon Cycling Hub on Saturday, 7 March,
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/332384/South-League-Womens-Academy

For this one Coaching + 4th Cat Female Race bundle: £5 *
(You can also join the coaching and decide about racing later.)

🔸Mountbatten, on Saturday, 11 April.
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/332751/South-League-Womens-Academy

This one with optional 10 min Go Race.

Whether you’re new to racing or looking to improve your skills, this fun and supportive session will help you build confidence in a traffic-free environment.

✅ Group riding & bunch skills
✅ Bike handling & sprinting
✅ Race scenarios & mock races
✅ Optional race after the session

❗4th Cat riders earn 1 South League point for attending

📋 All riders must complete a short Pre-Session Information Questionnaire before attending.

Register here:

More info about the league: https://britishcyclingsouth.org.uk/womens-south-league-2026/

Come and build your skills, confidence, and love for racing in a friendly environment!

*+ £1.00 Application fee.
If you don’t have a Race Licence, you can purchase a day licence on the day (£5 for Members, £10 for non-Members).

28/02/2026

Wow what a great morning sun making a welcome arrival too!
A very mixed big group using both long a short courses to provide chase groups pace groups varying the effort and keeping everyone on their toes as groups were given individual tasks.
Everyone worked hard and improved in the sess. We finished off pairs riding and a very tricky slalom .
Well done everyone see you on the 14th of march.

21/02/2026

Well we’re back after a winter break.
The weather was at best ok but we had a great session. Jo took the newer riders group and Gordon with the older ones.

After a long break we started with group riding solo then pairs some slalom and one handed practice. Some slow bicycle races which took more explaining than the race too.
With new riders involved everyone listened and there was loads of chatter.

Thank to everyone who helped clear up and hopefully we get some sunshine next week 😎

03/01/2026
Happy New Year all. We hope you had a great Christmas. With the very cold weather and coach availability, we will recomm...
03/01/2026

Happy New Year all. We hope you had a great Christmas. With the very cold weather and coach availability, we will recommence cycle coaching at HSDC South Downs on Saturday 21st February. Can you please spread the word. Check out our events, and regularly check here for updates. Thank you. See you all then 🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️😎

What a lovely morning to finish off a great year of cycling. Lots joined in with the Xmas dressing up. A big thank you t...
13/12/2025

What a lovely morning to finish off a great year of cycling. Lots joined in with the Xmas dressing up. A big thank you to Dave, Gordon and Joe, for all the work they have put in to making the sessions such great fun. Dave Swaffer

06/12/2025

Great work this morning for a hardy few blustery cool conditions but some great skills on show.
We did close riding and bike handling skills

Remember Christmas decorations next week.

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