Cyclocross (CX) — September to January
Focus Areas
Bike handling: starts, cornering, off‑camber control, remounts, barriers in the context of Cross-Country Mountain Biking.
Race craft: positioning, pacing, lines, pit strategy, and course inspection tailored for cyclocross training.
Fitness: endurance and repeatability (go hard, recover, go hard again) essential for off-road cycling.
Equipment: practical guidance on tyre choice and pressures for optimal performance.
Session Format
Weekly evening training sessions focused on cyclocross training.
Skills blocks → race‑style efforts → short simulations designed for Cross-Country Mountain Biking.
Groups organized by age/ability to ensure challenges are appropriate and fun while enhancing off-road cycling skills.
Aims & Outcomes
Confident technical handling in all conditions relevant to Cross-Country Mountain Biking.
Better decisions under pressure during cyclocross races.
Measurable improvements in lap consistency and race execution for off-road cycling enthusiasts.
Readiness for regional league races, National Trophy, and National Championships.
Cross‑Country Mountain Bike (XC) — February - July
Focus areas
Trail skills for Cross-Country Mountain Biking: line choice, braking, balance, flow, switchbacks
Technical sections in off-road cycling: roots, steps, short drops, climbing/descending
Race readiness for cyclocross training: starts, passing, pacing, lap consistency
Fitness: sustained power, repeat surges, efficient recovery
Session format
Weekly training with progressive trail work for Cross-Country Mountain Biking
Sessions blend technical features with race‑pace intervals to enhance off-road cycling performance
Practical coaching on confidence, control, and speed for cyclocross training
Aims & outcomes
Safe, skilful riding at pace on real trails for Cross-Country Mountain Biking
Step‑up to regional XC series and national XC events
Support for selected European race opportunities in off-road cycling.
Development pathway
We’ll support you wherever you’re starting from in your off-road cycling journey.
Foundation: skills + regular, consistent training
Regional: smart race choices, season planning, post-race learning tailored for Cross-Country Mountain Biking
National: targeted events, technical refinement, race-day routines for Cyclocross training
International: selected trips (CX Belgium; XC Europe) with safeguarding and coaching support
Performance: alignment with the British Cycling Talent Pathway and, for the very best, the potential for GB selection.