Adult Cycling Lessons In Glasgow For Women
Whether you’re new to cycling or haven’t got on your bike for a while, Women on Wheels can help you with adult cycling lessons in Glasgow. Learning to cycle is exciting, but it can be daunting. Our Glasgow cycling community will help you feel at ease and give you the motivation and support you need.
Learn to cycle with women-led cycling lessons in Glasgow
Learning to ride a bike as an adult can be daunting, but it's never too late! Our women-led adult cycling lessons are the perfect option if you're in Glasgow and want to give cycling a go.
You'll learn all the basics of bike riding, such as braking, manoeuvring and signal usage in a completely safe environment. It's a great way to get active and soak up some of Glasgow's fresh air. Plus, these lessons are tailored specifically to women so you'll have the support of other women on wheels around you!
Nothing should get in the way of experiencing the joy of cycling
Paying for cycling lessons shouldn’t be a worry and we don’t want financial barriers to get in the way of you learning how to cycle. That’s why we offer Pay As You Can pricing!
Learn to cycle confidently with cycling lessons for all abilities
Cycle Activity Rating System
Before booking a cycling lesson with us, please check our rating system and decide which level is most suitable for your current ability, and then book a session that matches this.
If you do not know which level you are at then contact Women on Wheels, and we can talk it through with you and advise on the correct lessoon to book.
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1 Star - Learners level - Learn to ride sessions for those that cannot ride a bike. These sessions take place in an off-road training ground.
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2 Stars - Beginners level - First Led Ride/Introduction Led Ride/Park Ride for those who have recently learnt how to cycle or have not been on a bike in many years and are a bit wobbly or nervous. These cycle rides will take place on cycle paths and in parks
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3 Stars - Easy rides level - Led ride for those who can cycle without wobbling and have good handling of a bike but would like to improve confidence cycling and/or build fitness. These rides will take place on quiet roads, cycle paths and in parks.
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4 Stars - Intermediate level - Longer led rides for those who can cycle competently and who cycle regularly and are able to keep a consistent pace of around 8 mph as well as deal with some steep inclines. These rides will take place on a mixture of cycle paths and on roads.
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5 Stars - Competent level - Day-long rides for competent regular cyclists that are able to keep an 8 mph pace, deal with inclines and who have the fitness to cycle for longer durations. These rides will take place on a mixture of cycle paths and on roads.
Take a look at our cycling lessons
Still unsure about getting started? Have a sneak peek at one of our lessons with some of our members!
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Questions about our cycling lessons
How much do cycling lessons cost?
We have a pay-as-you-can pricing scheme which allows varies the price of our services to make lessons accessible to all. Check out our pricing page here.
Do I need my own bike for your cycling lessons?
Not if you don’t have one! We offer a bike loan service which will give you access to a fully working bike and a range of accessories.
I’ve never cycled before, can I take part?
Absolutely! We’re here to support women of all abilities and cycling backgrounds.
Where in Glasgow do the cycling lessons take place?
Our lessons take place at our community cycling hub on the southside of Glasgow. We travel on all the major cycling routes around Glasgow and have events which take our community further afield when you’re ready.
Do you want to help lead Glasgow’s all-women social cycling group?
If you’re as passionate about our social cycling mission as we are, join us as a volunteer!