Cycle maintenance course
Do your gears jump? Do your brakes no longer stop you? We can help you to learn to fix these problems!
By keeping the group sizes small, you will work together with fully-trained City & Guilds- and Cytech-qualified mechanics to improve your knowledge of bike maintenance.
Our aim is to ensure that you will leave at the end of the course with the confidence to fix common problems on your bike. There is a practical element to the course, so be prepared to get your hands dirty.
Course detail:
- Cleaning your bike
- Diagnosing problems with your bike (M Check)
- Puncture clinic including: Removing and replacing your wheels correctly
- Learning about tyre and wheels sizes, and recommended pressures
- Fitting a new inner tube without causing a puncture
- Tools of the trade
- Brake and gear adjustments
- Replacing your brake pads and setting them to achieve maximum wear and braking power
- Learning how to clean and lubricate brake and gear cables
- On-the-road emergency repairs
Course locations and times
Our venues for courses are either on Bromley Common or in Hayes Village. The courses start at 9am and finish at 3pm.
Course dates
- Saturday 22 March 2025
- Sunday 18 May 2025
- Saturday 11 October 2025
Costs
The cost for the one-day course with qualified Cytech and City & Guilds cycle mechanics is £50 per person. The minimum age is 18 years.
Register your interest
Complete our online form to register your interest.
Further information
Find out more about cycle safety checks