CycleWithMe

27/07/2024

From yesterday's client who needed to regain her cycling confidence 🎉
"My confidence when cycling was at an all time low. I couldn’t stop and start without nearly falling off, hated inclines, didn’t like narrow paths, people (especially children), dogs and other cyclists!! Reaching my 60’s it seemed to be getting worse, but I didn’t like the idea of just giving up. Fiona sounded like just the person I needed to help me get my confidence back.

Only after one session, not only did she help advise where I was going wrong and why I had become so wobbly - she told me what to do to correct it, and why it would work. Much to my amazement she was right - my goodness I could stop and start without toppling over, go round bends and even look behind and signal, with only one hand on the handlebars!!!

I was truly speechless at how quickly I felt and cycled more confidently by following Fiona’s instructions. My husband had come with me and I think was even more amazed at my transformation.

I am now actually looking forward to getting back on my bike (with a higher and narrower saddle!) and going out cycling with my husband to practise what I had learned. I really feel my fear is in the past and very excited about future cycling adventures.

I am so thankful I didn’t just accept that getting older meant I wasn’t capable anymore and that I took the step to get help. I didn’t tell my husband at first that I was seeking help as I was ashamed that I was nearly ready to give up. Now I am not sure who is most proud - me for taking the first step and contacting Fiona and taking on board her instructions or Mark because I accepted that I needed help and as a result have conquered my fear.

I would not hesitate to recommend ‘cyclewithme’ and think I will be going back to see if I can further improve my cycling skills - and not be scared when needing to cycle on the road!

Thank you so much Fiona, my session with you was a complete game-changer. I cannot wait to get on my bike tomorrow! "

17/07/2023

5⭐️on Google from Henry "If Fiona can teach me to ride a bike, she can teach anyone. I've never been able to crack it despite multiple attempts in both childhood and adulthood, but Fiona's patient, encouraging approach had me cycling unaided within three hours. She's also great fun to be around, and i'll definitely be coming back to increase my confidence. Thank you!"

06/04/2023

CycleWithMe is 11 today and what a wonderful year it has been 🎉

19/10/2022

Fantastic 5⭐️ google review from a happy dad of 3 boys...

"Fiona is an absolute star - look no further for getting your kids on a bike!

From my first communication with her, Fiona could not have been more helpful. I had 3 boys, 6, 8 and 9, never been on a bike and I presented her with the challenge. Totally unfazed, she went out of her way to give me 3 back to back slots x3, over two weekends. She also delayed some personal plans to fit us in!

Each kid is very different and she tailored her approach beautifully to get them going. The 8 year old was there after 1.5 sessions!

I would never have been able to get there in months myself and I am so grateful and moreover, my boys are so delighted.

The manner in which Fiona gets the important elements of safety across whilst ensuring the experience is fun was to behold. If only some teachers could approach learning in the same way!

I am so happy that I did not opt for one of the 'courses' offered in groups. I cannot recommend Fiona enough."

04/10/2022

I received a lovely email on Sunday from a parent of one of the kids from last week's cycle training 🙂
"Wanted to drop you a quick note to say we went out on the bikes with X today and he wowed us with his newly acquired cycling proficiency knowledge! Seriously impressed and thank you so much for all of your efforts, especially given the dreadful weather on Friday! Fantastic course and we are very grateful. Many thanks again" 🌧🚴‍♀️🚴🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚴🚴‍♂️🌧

01/10/2022

After a great week of cycle training and some impressive weather 🌧️🌧️🌧️ the kit is clean and dry again. 24 @ Level 1 bike handling skills and 10 @ Level 2 basic road safety.

22/08/2022

From the lovely Maha...
"Fiona is a fabulous instructor. I'm an adult woman who has never ridden a bicycle before but not only did she get me up and running in a few sessions, I thoroughly enjoyed each session with her. Her teaching was thorough, she was totally patient, I never felt out of control, and while she told me all sorts of useful things, there was also lot of chat and laughter as well while I figured out what I was doing. I really didn't think the lessons would be as enjoyable as they were. I cannot recommend her enough and in fact am hoping to go back for advanced cycling courses with her soon!"

24/06/2022

Happy :)
"Fiona taught both my daughters how to cycle in a very short amount of time. She’s been absolutely professional and amazing throughout their entire learning experience. I can recommend her services with full confidence. Thanks Fiona!"

09/05/2022

I forgot to share this one from Jane from a couple of weeks ago :)
"I had a fantastic 2hour training session with Fiona. She taught in an engaging and interesting way, highlighting aspects of cycling, such as positioning in the road, which I hadn’t ever considered. I felt my learning was reinforced through a well planned route. She also gave me confidence to tackle busy roundabouts and more complex road layouts. I went home with ideas to practice and take forward- thank you!"
Yeah!

09/05/2022

A fantastic review from Lucy
"I did a 2 hour road cycling refresher course with Fiona. I am a reasonably confident cyclist but aware I haven't studied the rules around road cycling since I was a child. I really enjoyed the course with Fiona and felt I learnt everything I need to cycle confidently on the rides. Fiona is very friendly, patient and explains the information with total clarity. I would thoroughly recommend."
Yeah!

06/04/2022

10 YEARS of CycleWithMe today 🎂🥳
So much fun 😁
So many clients 🤩
So many thousands of kilometres 🚴🏻 & 🏃‍♀️

15/11/2021

On your bike!

The Cop26 summit held in Glasgow over the past fortnight has offered genuine hope for the future. Some say cycling wasn’t given its due at the event but to simply heap the blame on Bojo and co is to miss a key point. Picture by UK Green Building CouncilWith the Cop26 climate conference having draw...