Welsh Cycling are accepting applications for membership of the 2021 Pathway Programme. The Pathway Programme will focus on the long term development of riders in the disciplines of road, track and mountain bike cross country.
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The programme has a proven track record with several riders reaching the podium at the UCI Junior World Championships in recent years and graduating to the British Cycling Junior and Senior Academies. It’s a demanding programme to make sure the transition to the next level is achievable taking into account lifestyle and demands from other areas.
Applications are invited from riders who will be competing in the Youth A or Junior categories (born between the years of 2003 and 2006) in 2021.
Riders must have been competing and be competitive nationally in Road, Track or Mountain Bike XCO disciplines to be considered for the programme.
What are we looking for?
- National standard road, track and mountain bikers
- Fast, strong, skilful riders
- Grit, determination, commitment and a passion to progress and succeed
- A strong work ethic towards training
What will you learn?
- The skills and race tactics required to be an internationally competitive rider
- The physical aspects required to improve performance – speed, strength, stamina and power
- The fundamental off-bike skills required to become a successful senior rider
What we provide
- Challenging international racing opportunities
- One to one coaching
- Regular training sessions focusing on tactics, skills and race craft
- Individually tailored training sessions to maximise potential
- Sport Wales education program including strength & conditioning, nutrition and sport psychology support
When do we do this?
- Saturday squad training days throughout the winter
- Training camps held in the school holidays
- National and International races throughout the year
Application Process
Application deadline is 5.00pm Friday 18 December 2020.
For more information on the Wales Pathway Programme, contact John Holt on john.holt@welshcycling.co.uk
To apply for the Welsh Cycling Pathway Programme, click here.
Applications will be assessed by Wales Cycling Team’s selection panel who will take into consideration factors such as race performances, technical ability, tactical awareness and general conduct.
Eligibility
Applications are invited from riders who are eligible to represent Wales:
- Born in Wales;
- Parent born in Wales;
- Lived continuously in Wales for a minimum period of three years.
