WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF CYCLING
Sept 2026 - Aug 2027
12 months of cycling programmes, events, workshops and classes for children, young people and families across Glasgow.
From learning to ride a bike for the first time to BMX, track cycling, family rides and racing, there's an opportunity to get involved at every stage.
September 2026 – August 2027
In schools + Glasgow BMX Centre + Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
I'M A PARENT / CARER
Find cycling activities for your child, from Learn to Ride and Bikers Club to BMX, events and free programmes.
I'M FROM A SCHOOL
Bring Ride Ready to your school, a free P6/P7 BMX programme designed to build cycling skills, confidence and physical literacy.
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I'M LOOKING FOR EVENTS
Discover family rides, workshops, race nights, events and other cycling experiences happening throughout the year.
A YEAR OF CYCLING FOR EVERYONE
Join us for 12 months of cycling programmes, events, workshops and classes designed to help children, young people and adults build confidence on two wheels.
From balance bikes and learn to ride classes to family rides, BMX coaching and track cycling, there's something for every age, ability and experience level.
Running from September 2026 to August 2027 in schools, at the Glasgow Life BMX Centre, and at Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, the Year of Cycling gives children aged 3–16 the opportunity to ride and learn at Scotland's world class cycling facilities.
Working with funders and collaborating with cycling communities around the city, our goal is simple: to create Glasgow's most accessible cycling pathway, helping hundreds of children, young people and families discover the confidence, skills and freedom that comes from riding a bike.
Learning to ride a bike is just the beginning! Children need opportunities to develop the skills, confidence and physical literacy to become capable cyclists which is why we have a pathway for all young riders to drop into and move along whatever their age or ability.
They can start by learning to ride, build confidence through Bikers Club, try BMX, experience the Velodrome and eventually discover racing or simply continue cycling for fun, fitness and everyday life.
What's happening during the Year of Cycling?
CLASSES
Learn to Ride · Bikers Club · BMX Bandits
PROGRAMMES
Rock Up and Ride · City Academy · Gear Up · Gear Up Girls · Holiday Camps
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Wheelie Fun Days · Bike Maintenance · Skill, Sprint, Race Workshops · BMX Race Nights · Community Rides
SCHOOLS
Ride Ready programme
View the full Year of Cycling programme →
FIND YOUR RIDE
What's right for your child?
For children on balance bikes and learning to pedal
Develop essential balance and coordination skills to lay the foundation for a smooth and natural transition to pedal bikes when they’re ready.
For children who can ride
Build bike confidence, control and skills through games, challenges and ramps.
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For P5+ BMX Curious
Our FREE four week programme in partnership with Scottish Cycling. Please contact kirsty.mitchell@movementpark.org.uk for more information.
For Riders who are P4+ and can stand on pedals
The Bandits is a club for BMX riders who want to regularly practice on the BMX track and compete in races. Children must be assessed by coaches before joining a bandit session to make sure they are skilled enough to stay safe on the track.
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For P6+ who want to try track cycling?
These free programmes are part of our commitment to support the Scottish Cycling Talent Pathway by creating meaningful opportunities for young people from Glasgow's diverse communities to discover cycling, explore their potential and progress within the sport. Please contact kirsty.mitchell@movementpark.org.uk for more information.
How do I get involved?
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Book a class
Join a weekly class. Our year of cycling initiative includes free learn to ride taster classes that can be claimed through our nursery partners. And 50% discounts on classes through our school partners.
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Subscribe to the newsletter
Our newsletter will include all events and programmes when dates are released over the year. hear about these first and secure your places for our free events and programmes first.
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Become a school partner
As a Year of Cycling partner you'll get free BMX sessions for your pupils at school, invitations to join our free programmes at the Glasgow BMX Centre and/or Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome and class discounts for pupils.
Are you a school?
Meet Ride Ready
Ride Ready brings BMX into Glasgow primary schools, giving P6 and P7 pupils the opportunity to build bike skills, confidence and physical literacy, and discover where cycling could take them next.
It's free for schools with a Glasgow postcode. Following the school programme, pupils who take part will be invited to access free cycling programmes in the city, creating a clear pathway from learning at school to continuing to ride, develop and achieve in the community.
If your school would like to join the Year of Cycling initiative and bring Ride Ready to your school you can download the Ride Ready school information pack or contact kirsty.mitchell@movementpark.org.uk directly.
Ride Ready at a glance
View the Ride Ready
School Pack →
Suitable for: P6–P7
Duration of sessions: 45-minute sessions
Capacity: Up to 16 pupils per session
Equipment: Bikes + helmets provided
Location: Delivered in your school playground
Cost: Free for Glasgow schools
What will children get from cycling?
Keep riding. Keep developing physical literacy.
Cycling is about much more than learning to ride a bike. At Movement Park, we use cycling to help children develop physical literacy - the skills, confidence, understanding and positive experiences that help them enjoy movement and stay active throughout their lives.
We look at physical literacy through four connected areas: MOVE, THINK, FEEL and CONNECT. Through cycling, children MOVE as they develop balance, coordination, bike handling, braking and turning skills. They THINK as they make decisions, respond to challenges, understand risk and become aware of the space around them. They FEEL as they build confidence, independence, resilience, motivation and enjoyment. And they CONNECT by learning alongside others, communicating, supporting each other and experiencing inclusion and teamwork. Together, these experiences help children develop not just as cyclists, but as confident, capable and active young people.
And lets not forget, bikes are good for your heart, your lungs, your legs - and your brain. They’re stress-reducing, mood-boosting machines. At a time when screen time is up and movement is down, cycling offers a low-cost way to build healthier habits. Teaching kids to ride isn’t just about getting from A to B. It’s about giving them a tool for life. Cycling encourages movement, independence, and resilience from an early age. It sets the tone for a more active lifestyle, not just in childhood, but far beyond.
Meet the team
Our Year of Cycling team works with schools, parents and cycling charities and communities to increase cycling participation and develop progression for all kids aged 3 - 16.
Kirsty Mitchell
Community Officer
Community Officer
Club development and schools officer
Davey
BMX coach
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Paddy
Track coach
Michaela
Cycling coach
Keiran
Cycling volunteer
Partners and funders
Making cycling more accessible.
The Year of Cycling is made possible with thanks to our partners, supporters and funders.
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