Velo Coaching

Thorough and at times necessarily demanding training and assessment for MTB Leader level 2. The preparation requires the participant to be well equipped in a number of key areas. It's not sufficient to be a good MTB rider alone. Skills are required in areas of: Emergency situations, trailside repairs, reading riders abilities, navigation, motivation and leadership style, knowledge of codes of conduct. Oh and did I mention being good at reading a map?......

Whilst daunting at the outset, with commitment and application coupled with the excellent training provided by Velo Coaching, the qualification is achievable and well worthwhile.

Presentations along with practical sessions and enthusiastic delivery made this a really enjoyable and challenging process. Would highly recommend this course through Velo Coaching.

Thank Mark for the bike fit you did a amazing job.

My 10 year old son has attended two MTB coaching camps with Mark - he’s had a great time improving skills, making new friends and developing confidence. Looking forward to the next one!

Mark's coaching was fantastic and he was amazingly patient throughout the day and in no way pushing me to attempt what was way out of my comfort zone but encouraging enough to get me doing terrain I definitely wouldn't normally dream of cycling. Really good starting with essential skills practice. It is plainly obvious I am no mountain biker but I certainly recommend anyone having a go.

Mark is a very patient coach, adapting our MTB ride at Dalby Forest to suit our group of 4 ladies. At 60 years old I was hesitant about joining this session as I didn't think I would be able to complete our 3 hour ride but I not only managed it, I loved it!

Mark has been a fantastic tutor / trainer to prepare me for British Cycling MTB level 2 leadership. He is thorough and professional whilst maintaining a friendly and positive approach. On assessment day he gave me the opportunity to demonstrate all the skills , mechanics, navigation and first aid required. I was very pleased to pass and wouldn't have done it without Mark's support.

Just completed my Level 2 British Cycling MTB Leader Assessment with Mark in the North York Moors. Mark is an excellent tutor, mentor and coach who manages to pass on a lot of insightful feedback, information and practical tips in a friendly, relaxed yet focused manner. I'd recommend the Level 2 Course and Assessment to anyone who loves getting out into the great outdoors on their bike, and not simply aspiring Guides, as it's such an enjoyable, practical, skills-enhancing experience and a proper challenge to boot. Mark and Velo Coaching are highly recommended.

Ive been working with Mark for 3 years now. I started as i had my first child and wanted to find a way of getting better with less time. Hes definitely done that for me. Ive since won 5 open events and loads of local events and managed 18.57m 10 mile tt and 50.40m 25 mile tt times. Not bad to say i only have 5 to 6 hours a week to train. Thats the benefit being coached by Mark has had. Every week you get a tailored plan and he's always available to chat and support. I would definitely recommend Mark. ��

I did my BC Ride Leader Level 1 with Velo Coaching. Mark was a great coach - easy to relate to, bringing real world experience to the blend practical with theoretical. The approach was friendly & professional and always inclusive for a group with diverse needs. Bike fit studio is compact, but given what we were doing, location in the rolling Yorkshire Wolds is ideal for a practical approach on quiet roads.

Had a great BC MTB L2 training weekend with Velo Coaching. Marks coaching is top notch and even though I hold other quals and have been leading for a few years it was good to learn some new stuff. Cant wait for the assessment.

Tahnk you.

Had a fantastic day with Mark practicing navigation skills, he was knowledgeable and made me feel at ease straight away. A great days learning and really positive feedback to help me on my way to gaining my MTB Leader. I would highly recommend one of Marks courses or a guided ride for fun.

Excellent. The second cycle challenge with Mark. Well organized, clear instructions given before the ride and during. Extremely well looked after during the ride and back up should things go wrong. Can’t recommend Velo Coaching enough!!

Cracking training course for Mountain Bike Leadership at the Yorkshire Cycle Hub � Mark was such a great trainer, very easy to get on with, very knowledgeable and makes it easy and enjoyable to learn. Looking forward to the assessment now �

Attended the Ride Leader Combined course with Mark. Very professionally run, great knowledge and great fun! Highly recommended!

Attended the Cyclocross training session at The Yorkshire Cycle Hub today coached by Mark, as a novice and not raced before the session was friendly, well structured and informative, set in ideal surroundings my fellow participants made it feel like a cyclocross event. The skills ive learnt although need more practice, have given me more confidence to go into an event more prepared. The verbal tuition was nicely paced and understandable. Id recommend Mark for coaching.

After a recommendation I booked my Level 2 MTB Leadership Assessment with Velo Coaching. I’m so pleased with my decision, the day was ran by Mark in a relaxed environment and was a much more pleasant experience than I was expecting assessment day to be.

A great way to stay fit, see amazing countryside with lots of encouragement along the way. Thanks Mark Grange!!

6 ladies from Beverley Breeze group cycled 140 miles over 2 days. First class support from Mark and the Velo Coaching vehicle. Luggage transfer, road side coffee and cakes, lots of encouragement and help with mechanical problems.

Highly recommended for your next cycling challenge.

Barbara Joy �

Thorough and at times necessarily demanding training and assessment for MTB Leader level 2. The preparation requires the participant to be well equipped in a number of key areas. It's not sufficient to be a good MTB rider alone. Skills are required in areas of: Emergency situations, trailside repairs, reading riders abilities, navigation, motivation and leadership style, knowledge of codes of conduct. Oh and did I mention being good at reading a map?......

Whilst daunting at the outset, with commitment and application coupled with the excellent training provided by Velo Coaching, the qualification is achievable and well worthwhile.

Presentations along with practical sessions and enthusiastic delivery made this a really enjoyable and challenging process. Would highly recommend this course through Velo Coaching.

Thank Mark for the bike fit you did a amazing job.

My 10 year old son has attended two MTB coaching camps with Mark - he’s had a great time improving skills, making new friends and developing confidence. Looking forward to the next one!

Mark's coaching was fantastic and he was amazingly patient throughout the day and in no way pushing me to attempt what was way out of my comfort zone but encouraging enough to get me doing terrain I definitely wouldn't normally dream of cycling. Really good starting with essential skills practice. It is plainly obvious I am no mountain biker but I certainly recommend anyone having a go.

Mark is a very patient coach, adapting our MTB ride at Dalby Forest to suit our group of 4 ladies. At 60 years old I was hesitant about joining this session as I didn't think I would be able to complete our 3 hour ride but I not only managed it, I loved it!

Mark has been a fantastic tutor / trainer to prepare me for British Cycling MTB level 2 leadership. He is thorough and professional whilst maintaining a friendly and positive approach. On assessment day he gave me the opportunity to demonstrate all the skills , mechanics, navigation and first aid required. I was very pleased to pass and wouldn't have done it without Mark's support.

Just completed my Level 2 British Cycling MTB Leader Assessment with Mark in the North York Moors. Mark is an excellent tutor, mentor and coach who manages to pass on a lot of insightful feedback, information and practical tips in a friendly, relaxed yet focused manner. I'd recommend the Level 2 Course and Assessment to anyone who loves getting out into the great outdoors on their bike, and not simply aspiring Guides, as it's such an enjoyable, practical, skills-enhancing experience and a proper challenge to boot. Mark and Velo Coaching are highly recommended.

Ive been working with Mark for 3 years now. I started as i had my first child and wanted to find a way of getting better with less time. Hes definitely done that for me. Ive since won 5 open events and loads of local events and managed 18.57m 10 mile tt and 50.40m 25 mile tt times. Not bad to say i only have 5 to 6 hours a week to train. Thats the benefit being coached by Mark has had. Every week you get a tailored plan and he's always available to chat and support. I would definitely recommend Mark. ��

I did my BC Ride Leader Level 1 with Velo Coaching. Mark was a great coach - easy to relate to, bringing real world experience to the blend practical with theoretical. The approach was friendly & professional and always inclusive for a group with diverse needs. Bike fit studio is compact, but given what we were doing, location in the rolling Yorkshire Wolds is ideal for a practical approach on quiet roads.

Had a great BC MTB L2 training weekend with Velo Coaching. Marks coaching is top notch and even though I hold other quals and have been leading for a few years it was good to learn some new stuff. Cant wait for the assessment.

Tahnk you.

Had a fantastic day with Mark practicing navigation skills, he was knowledgeable and made me feel at ease straight away. A great days learning and really positive feedback to help me on my way to gaining my MTB Leader. I would highly recommend one of Marks courses or a guided ride for fun.

Excellent. The second cycle challenge with Mark. Well organized, clear instructions given before the ride and during. Extremely well looked after during the ride and back up should things go wrong. Can’t recommend Velo Coaching enough!!

Cracking training course for Mountain Bike Leadership at the Yorkshire Cycle Hub � Mark was such a great trainer, very easy to get on with, very knowledgeable and makes it easy and enjoyable to learn. Looking forward to the assessment now �

Attended the Ride Leader Combined course with Mark. Very professionally run, great knowledge and great fun! Highly recommended!

Attended the Cyclocross training session at The Yorkshire Cycle Hub today coached by Mark, as a novice and not raced before the session was friendly, well structured and informative, set in ideal surroundings my fellow participants made it feel like a cyclocross event. The skills ive learnt although need more practice, have given me more confidence to go into an event more prepared. The verbal tuition was nicely paced and understandable. Id recommend Mark for coaching.

After a recommendation I booked my Level 2 MTB Leadership Assessment with Velo Coaching. I’m so pleased with my decision, the day was ran by Mark in a relaxed environment and was a much more pleasant experience than I was expecting assessment day to be.

A great way to stay fit, see amazing countryside with lots of encouragement along the way. Thanks Mark Grange!!

6 ladies from Beverley Breeze group cycled 140 miles over 2 days. First class support from Mark and the Velo Coaching vehicle. Luggage transfer, road side coffee and cakes, lots of encouragement and help with mechanical problems.

Highly recommended for your next cycling challenge.

Barbara Joy �