On the 18 September we ran our series of free, one hour adult refresher cycle training sessions in Dorchester Borough Gardens.
Supported by Dorchester Town Council and led by our adult cycle trainer, the sessions aimed to boost confidence behind the handle bars as cycling is a brilliant way to improve fitness, cut traffic congestion, save money and reduce your carbon footprint!
The sessions were a great success and enjoyed by all who attended.
Shawn Hanger said: “I really enjoyed myself and feel more confident in not only riding a bike but also bike safety. Previously, I felt that I should know (as an adult) how to do simple things like putting on a helmet or changing gears, but I really wasn’t sure I was doing it correctly and was too afraid to ask for help. Dilys was great and explained these things in stages and helped me realise that there’s a lot more to these ‘basic’ tasks.
I am really looking forward to riding my bike more and practising what I’ve learnt. I highly recommend for others to try these sessions; I feel more enthusiastic about cycling now that I’m more comfortable on a bike.”
We are hoping to run further sessions in the spring in Dorchester and perhaps other areas in the county. Fancy coming to one of the next sessions? Comment below or send an email to travelchoice@dorsetcc.gov.uk with your preferred location, and we will take this into consideration when planning for the next sessions.
I would be very interested in a refresher session in Ferndown please. Have just got back on a bike after many years. Thanks
Hi Tina
We’re hoping to do one in the Ferndown area in the spring – look out for information from Dorset Council nearer the time. Many thanks for responding. In the mean time, if you want to use the Adult Cycle Training Voucher scheme please visit
https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/sport-leisure/cycling/adult-cycle-training-vouchers.aspx
for our discounted sessions with a list of instructors in your area. Many thanks. Travel Choice Team.