Child Cycle Training - Easter & Summer Holidays
| Published: 13th May 2007 11:05 |
WITH THE prospect of long, warm sunny days prompting youngsters to brush the winter cobwebs off their bicycles, now is the time to think about getting some valuable training under their belts.
Cycle training courses, for children aged 10 years and over, are being held at venues throughout Croydon, during the Easter and summer school breaks.
Conducted in a safe environment, off the highway, the Stage 1 courses are fun and practical, and give children a solid grounding in cycling on today's busy roads.
Attendance will help children develop their cycle-control skills, road-safety knowledge and traffic awareness. They will also be instructed in starting and stopping; turning left and right; and overtaking and signaling.
After completing a test at the end of the course, successful trainees will be presented with certificates and badges and invited to return for Stage 2 training, which takes place on the public highway.
The week-long Stage 1 courses commence on Monday, 2 April, and continues until the end of the holiday period. Children are expected to attend all five sessions, either mornings or afternoons.
Councillor Chris Wright, cabinet member for planning, environment and urban development, said: "Cycling can be fun and a very practical way of getting around, but children must never forget that they have to share the road with larger and faster vehicles.
"Cyclists need to know the rules of the road if they are to use them safely. These courses are designed to provide children with the information they need to become safe cyclists and enjoy their cycling."
Bookings for places are now being taken. To enrol, visit www.croydon.gov.uk typing Road Safety in the search box.
For an enrolment form by post, telephone Croydon Council road safety office on 020 8760 5484.
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