Where do I start?

The Vikings Novice Program is now in its 6th year!

The Novice Program is celebrating its 6th year and the Vikings Cycling Club would like to thank Simon Dwyer and Lyndsey Vivian for starting and leading this program back in 2006. Due to this program and others like it provided by the club, many Canberra cyclists have had an excellent introduction to road cycling. Special mention should also go to the Bilby’s Tri Club, John Armstrong and the V-Mobile Squad who have all contributed and continue to do so today.

Who's it for?

The Novice Program is for men, women and older teenagers who want to race in the Summer Criterium Series at Stromlo Forest Park (Wednesday evenings) and who have an interest in road cycling in general. You don't need to start with any great level of fitness or skill but it does help if you’re reasonably comfortable on your bike (eg. not too wobbly). The Vikings Cycling Club puts its emphasis on friendly competition, participation and responsibility, and participants are expected to assume these values.

This program is held each Spring leading into the Summer Criterium racing season. Over 8 weeks we'll take you through bike road safety, bunch riding, bike handling skills, race tactics, team training, stretching and nutrition - when you’re finished, you'll have all the skills needed to tackle a bike race and ride safely on Canberra roads.

Further details are available on the Novice Program.

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