Performance Cycling focuses on improving endurance, speed, and power through structured training, advanced nutrition, and precise recovery strategies, enabling cyclists to maximise efficiency, enhance stamina, and achieve competitive results consistently.
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Performance Cycling is a comprehensive course designed to help riders improve Cycling Performance through structured Endurance Training, targeted Speed Training, and advanced Cycling Fitness techniques. Learners will explore bicycle anatomy, racing disciplines, and essential riding skills while developing stronger Aerobic Capacity and better Bike Handling for competitive and recreational cycling success.
This course covers proven methods to increase Power Output, enhance sprint strength, and optimize overall performance. Through training fundamentals, time trial preparation, and strength-building strategies, students will gain the knowledge needed to improve efficiency on the bike. Detailed Performance Analysis techniques help identify strengths, track progress, and maximize training results.
From Race Preparation to Recovery Strategies, this course provides a complete framework for sustainable cycling development. Participants will learn effective body positioning, injury prevention, fatigue management, and first aid essentials. The curriculum also includes bicycle maintenance and overtraining awareness, ensuring riders maintain peak Cycling Performance while supporting long-term health and competitive readiness.
Learners complete an assignment designed to evaluate their understanding of the course content. The assignment is reviewed by qualified tutors who provide personalised feedback, allowing learners to demonstrate their applied knowledge and skills.
After completing the Performance Cycling course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.
The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate
Learners also have the option to order a Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) Endorsed Certificate as additional proof of achievement. The QLS Endorsed Certificate can be delivered by post for £79, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.
This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
Performance Cycling is essential in the sports and fitness industry, where improving endurance, speed, and efficiency is key to achieving competitive success. This course helps learners understand the principles behind cycling performance and athletic development.
Studying this course develops skills in training techniques, performance analysis, and fitness planning. It prepares individuals to optimize cycling performance, enhance physical conditioning, and support athletes in achieving their competitive and personal goals.
The Performance Cycling course has a total study time of 6 days, 5 hours. Learners can work through the material at a flexible pace, enabling them to complete the programme conveniently while developing practical knowledge of cycling performance optimisation, training principles, and endurance improvement strategies.
The Performance Cycling course is suitable for learners with a basic interest in sports, fitness, and athletic performance. Physical fitness, discipline, and a willingness to develop endurance and technique are recommended. The course is fully online and accessible from any internet-enabled device, allowing flexible study at your own pace and convenience.
It focuses on improving cycling performance through training techniques, endurance building, nutrition, biomechanics, and race preparation strategies.
No, beginners can join, although basic cycling experience and fitness interest are helpful.
It is usually delivered online through video lessons, training plans, and practical performance exercises.
Yes, most courses include fitness tracking tasks, training plan development, and performance evaluations.
You will receive a certificate of completion in Performance Cycling.
You can work as a Cycling Coach Assistant, Fitness Trainer, Sports Performance Assistant, Cycling Instructor, or Sports Development Support Staff.
| Module 01: Introduction to Performance Cycling | |||
| Introduction to Performance Cycling | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 02: Bicycle Anatomy and Accessories | |||
| Bicycle Anatomy and Accessories | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 03: Types of Cycle Racing | |||
| Types of Cycle Racing | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 04: Basic Skills for Racing: Part I | |||
| Basic Skills for Racing: Part I | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 05: Basic Skills for Racing: Part II | |||
| Basic Skills for Racing: Part II | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 06: Training Fundamentals | |||
| Training Fundamentals | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 07: Speed, Sprint Power and Time Trial Training | |||
| Speed, Sprint Power and Time Trial Training | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 08: Enhancing Cycling Strength | |||
| Enhancing Cycling Strength | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 09: Performance Improvement Criteria | |||
| Performance Improvement Criteria | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 10: Body Positioning and Cycling Health | |||
| Body Positioning and Cycling Health | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 11: Overtraining, Fatigue and Recovery | |||
| Overtraining, Fatigue and Recovery | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 12: Injuries and First Aid | |||
| Injuries and First Aid | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 13: Bicycle Maintenance | |||
| Bicycle Maintenance | 00:15:00 | ||
| Assignment | |||
| Assignment – Performance Cycling | 6 days, 3 hours | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
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