Track Training
Weekly Public Track Training Sessions
See the Track Sessions page for more information of how the Weekly Sessions work, and what to expect. All sessions are subject to the weather - the track is unridable in the wet. During the summer it can dry very quickly so don’t be put off by a light shower on a hot day Please note, these dates and times may change during the season. If so this page will be updated and a note put on the home page. Also, please notice that the start times of some of the evening sessions change as the evenings get longer.
Saturday
Track Training
Running from 6th March 2010 to 29th October 2010. All riders who have never attended Herne Hill training sessions must do the Induction before progressing to the Novice Track Training. For more experienced riders this should be an easy reminder of track etiquette, along with other aspects that can differ between tracks. Hire bikes available on a first come first served basis.
| 09:00 - 10:00 | Youth Track Training £2 |
General track skills for youth riders aged 8 - 16. We have bikes that will fit an average 8 year old. They must be capable of riding on their own, unassisted in a safe manner (ie without weaving) and able to follow simple instructions. |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Intermediate Track Training £6 |
Improve you skills and speed. Intermediate sessions will be faster than beginner sessions and will work on a more varied range of skills. These sessions are designed to prepare riders to be able to compete in local level track races such as the Wednesday Night Track League. |
| Arrive: 11:00 - 11:30
Session: |
Novice Track Induction £6 |
Learn the basics of track riding. You must complete an induction before riding any other session.
Please note that it is not possible for latecomers to join in. |
| 12.45 – 14:00 | Basic Track Riding £5 |
Work on all the basics of track riding, both on your own and in a group. If you have passed your induction competently, you may join in this session straight after to further improve your skills. The pace is not too strenuous so these sessions are also ideal if you just want to do some non-competitive riding. |
Sunday
Advanced Track Training
Running from 7th March 2010 to 31 October 2010. You must have your own bike (or a season-long hire bike) and a good level of fitness and skill. No hire bikes. No induction.
| 09:00 - 12:00 | Advanced Track Training £6 |
Push yourself hard and perfect your skills. Theses sessions are physically hard work and will also introduce the more complex skills and techniques of track racing. |
Women Only Track Training
Monthly, on the 2nd Sunday of every month. Inductions for first-timers can be included in the session if necessary. Ages 14 and up.
| 16:00 - 18:00 | Women Only Track Adults £6 Juniors: £2 |
Learn and practice track riding for skills and fitness in a less testosterone-fueled atmosphere! This is a mixed ability session, and we anticipate being able to cater for women riders, whatever their speed. Women are obviously welcome in all sessions, but this is a great place to pick up confidence. |
Monday
Race Training
Running from 5th April 2010 to 27th September 2010 (later hours 3rd May to 26th Aug due to extended daylight) Hire bikes available on a first come first served basis..
| 18:30 - 19:00 (3rd May - 26th Aug) | Intermediate Track Induction £6 |
Learn the basics of track riding. Please arrive by 18:15 to be ready to start at 18.30. These inductions are intended for riders who already have a fair level of fitness and bike skill, but who are unfamiliar with track riding, for example; riders coming from other disciplines of cycling (road, MTB etc). If you are unsure please attend the Novice Track Induction on Saturday mornings. |
| 18:00 - 20:00 (5th Apr - 26th Apr) 19:00 - 21:00 (3rd May - 26th Aug) 18:00 - 20:00 (6th Sep - 27th Sep) | Track Race Training Adults £6 Juniors: £2 |
This is training specifically aimed at those who wish to race. Where the ins and outs of track racing are learned, and tactics and skills refined. The session consists of a rotating programme featuring different types of races each week, giving riders a chance to try the different disciplines of track racing. |
Tuesday
Road Bike Session
(these sessions are unstructured)
| 18:00 - 21:00 (or until dark) | Road Bike Training Adults: £6 Juniors: £2 |
Ride your own road bike on the track. This is an unstructured session, so you get what you want out of it. Herne Hill is a medium banked track, and being 30 degrees at its steepest point means road bikes can ride round it safely. This session is for road riders who want a controlled-traffic free environment to train in, and is very popular with triathletes and time trialists. |
Wednesday
Track League
(see the Track League page)
Thursday
Derny Paced Training
(see Derny Paced Training page)
Friday
Youth Track Sessions
Running from 5th March 2010 to 31 October 2010. Parents/guardians are welcome to ride during these sessions, as long as they are riding for the benefit of their children. Hire bikes avaliable on a first come first served basis.
| 16:30 - 17:00 | Come and Try It (Own Bike) £free |
An introduction to the track for younger or more nervous children. They can ride their own bike and get a taster what its like to ride the track. |
| 17:00 - 18:00 | Youth Track Riding VCL Members:£2 Non-members: £3 |
General track skills for youth riders aged 7 - 15. We have bikes that will fit an average 7 year old. They must be capable of riding on their own, unassisted in a safe manner (ie without weaving) and able to follow simple instructions. |
| 18:00 – 20:00 (or until dark) | Youth Track Training VCL Members: £2 Non-members: £3 |
Youth training for club-level riders aged 10 - 15 looking to compete. This is the perfect place for youth riders to put some effort in and improve fitness and skills. |
