TRACK CYCLING AT HHV
Our Track Cycling Pathway is designed to enable riders over 8yrs old - of all abilities - to develop their skills at their own pace and to ensure that they possess the necessary skills for every level of session that we run - from tasters right through to racing.
We have dedicated Track Tasters, Track Skills and Training Sessions for Youths, Girls, Adults (14yrs+), Women and Over 40s, ensuring everyone can ride in an environment in which they feel comfortable.
A brief description of our Track Sessions can be found below. For session times, a more detailed description of what’s involved and to book your place, use the links below each session type.
Track Cycling Tasters / Track Skills / Training Accreditation /
Intermediate, Sprint & Race Training / Race Accreditation / Advanced Training & Racing / Youth Introduction to Track Cycling / FAQ
TRACK CYCLING PATHWAY
Start with a Track Taster, continue to develop your Track Skills and then pass your Training Accreditation. You can then access more Intermediate & Race Training Sessions, before completing your Race Accreditation and being able to access Advanced Training Sessions and participate in our numerous Racing Events and Leagues.
Please note: Accreditation is not required for any youth sessions or youth races, please read the session descriptions carefully and ask a coach if you think you're ready to progress to the next level of sessions. Youth's aged 14-17 wanting to take part in adult sessions or races must complete the relevant accreditation first.
STAGE 1: TRACK TASTERS
Come and try track cycling at HHV! With friendly coaches and a relaxed atmosphere, our Track Tasters are perfect for riders of all abilities. We cover all the basics, enabling you to approach our Track Skills sessions with confidence.
Click below for session times and booking (via RiderHQ):
Youth (8-16yrs) / Girls (8-16yrs) / Adult (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) & Over 40s / Fast Track / Youth Introduction to Track Cycling /
FAQ
If you’d like to give the gift of track cycling to a friend or family member then you can purchase a Gift Voucher by clicking here.
STAGE 2: TRACK SKILLS
These enjoyable regular sessions, led by our experienced coaches, build confidence and further develop the core track skills required to pass our Training Accreditation. We recommend riders participate in approximately 10-12 Track Skills sessions before attempting the Training Accreditation.
Click below for session times and booking (via RiderHQ):
Youth (8-16yrs) / Girls (8-16yrs) / Adult (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) & Over 40s / FAQ
STAGE 3: TRAINING ACCREDITATION
Our Training Accreditation is designed to ensure that all riders meet the required skill level to ensure they can safely participate in our Intermediate and Race Training sessions (14yrs+).
Riders are assessed on a series of track skills and exercises, for example 1/2 Lap Changes, Pairs on the Blue, Rotation, Taking Laps and Pairs Sprints. Our coaches will then issue a pass or suggest riders complete more Track Skills sessions to work on specific skills.
Click below for upcoming accreditations and booking (via RiderHQ):
Please note: Accreditation is not required for any youth sessions or youth races, please read the session descriptions carefully and ask a coach if you think you're ready to progress to the next level of sessions. Youth's aged 14-17 wanting to take part in adult sessions or races must complete the relevant accreditation first.
STAGE 4: INTERMEDIATE, SPRINT & RACE TRAINING
After successfully completing our Training Accreditation riders aged 14yrs+ are able to access Adult Intermediate Training, Adult Sprint Training and Race Training sessions.
Intermediate Training focuses on working hard with other riders. Race Training is all about skills, tactics and learning how to race safely and successfully. Sprint training focuses on preparing riders for short, fast, sprint events, working on the skills and physicality required for this discipline.
We recommended that riders regularly attend these training sessions before attempting their Race Accreditation.
Click for session times and booking:
Youth (8-14yrs) / Girls (11-18yrs) / Adult (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) / Women (14yrs+) & Over 40s / FAQ
STAGE 5: RACE ACCREDITATION
Our Race Accreditation is designed to ensure that riders have the necessary skills and confidence to safely participate in advanced training and racing at HHV.
Riders are assessed on a series of track skills, drills and racing scenarios in a live race training session. You will participate in the race training session alongside accredited riders.
Click below for upcoming accreditations and booking (via RiderHQ - Spring and Summer only):
Please note: Accreditation is not required for any youth sessions or youth races, please read the session descriptions carefully and ask a coach if you think you're ready to progress to the next level of sessions. Youth's aged 14-17 wanting to take part in adult sessions or races must complete the relevant accreditation first.
STAGE 6: ADVANCED TRAINING & RACING
Riders who’ve passed our Race Accreditation can race at HHV and access a variety of advanced training sessions, including Madison Training and Derny Sessions.
Click for session times and booking:
Advanced Training / Madison Training / Derny Training / Racing / FAQ
WHAT IS ‘FAST TRACK’?
Fast Track is a series of four weekly 2hr track sessions, taking riders from their Track Taster through to completing their Training Accreditation. Click here for the next available Fast Track (via RiderHQ)
FULL ACCREDITATION?
Full Accreditation is for experienced track cyclists, accredited at other velodromes, who wish to quickly gain accreditation to train and race at HHV. Click here for the next available Full Accreditation
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Prefer your tyres knobbly? Kids under 8yrs who love their bikes? Accessible Cycling with Wheels for Wellbeing? Check out the ‘Ride’ drop down menu for details of everything we offer at HHV.