Young Leader Award
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It does exactly what it says in the title. Ideal for those of 14 to 18 years of age, this course initiates the development of some of the skills you will need in later life, using the context of mountain biking or cycling. It helps develop riding skills as well as personal atributes such as independence, technical skills, confidence, communication, teamwork and enthusiasm.
The Young Leader Award also initiates you into the world of leading groups. You may go on to help Leaders and their groups with leading rides, setting up games and building skills in others.
The Young Leader Award can be combined with a vocational or applied educational learning process such as ASDAN or individual schools programme to show that you can achieve a good level of ability in specific roles.
For mountain bike leaders, young leaders are invaluable. Helping manage the groups, deal with skills, maintenance and emergencies, the role of the Young Leader is wide, varied and resourceful. Many leaders search out good Young Leaders, as assistants are essential when taking out groups of young people.
Young Leader course details
| Duration: | 8 hours over one day |
| Course type: | Combined training and assessment. more>>>> |
| Terrain: | The terrain limitations will vary according to your abilities and experience, from road, trail and technical terrain. more>>>> |
| Course options: | Available as a special course only. more>>>> |
Entry requirements
Before attending a Young Leader course, you should:
- Have at least three months experience of regular riding experience in at least trail terrain. This should be a minimum of 20 rides.
- Have an interest in cycle or mountain bike leading.
You may also find it useful to have completed one or more skill awards prior to your Young Leader course.
Progression routes
After your Young Leader Award, and once you have turned 18 years old, you can progress to the Trail Leader Award, which may help you towards a career as a mountain bike guide.
Who else uses the Young Leader Award?
Many of the people attending these courses are using it as part of extra curricular development, or internal school time where the focus is on gaining vocational qualifications. See our report on taking the right track.
Course Calendar
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