SMBLA Trail Cycle Leader Assessment

Dates for the Trail Cycle Leader assessment:

Saturday 21st January 2012

The cost of the course is £120 + VAT each (£144) each person.

MBLA TCL Assessment
Dear Candidate,

 If you have registered to participate in a SMBLA Trail Cycle Leader Assessment day at Llandysul Paddlers, starting at 9.00 AM.
 It is essential that you turn up for the assessment with the following:

1.  A “Training completed” form issued by the tutor after your training course.
2. A completed logbook, including the additional 10 rides undertaken during the TCL consolidation period.
3. A copy of your current first aid certificate.
4. Your SMBLA training manual and registration number.
5. A bike, helmet and equipment suitable for the task.
6. You must be dressed appropriately as a leader and role model.

Membership of British Cycling is also necessary prior to any certificates being awarded – the minimal acceptable level of membership is Bronze.

During the course of the assessment day, you will be required to lead a section of the ride, making leadership and navigation decisions as appropriate. During your leg you will be required to teach a skill to the rest of the group, using the natural resources around you. You are also required to give a five minute talk on a relevant subject. Weather permitting this talk will take place whilst on the ride, so no PowerPoint please!! You may choose your own topic regarding the talk, providing that it is within the syllabus of the TCL award. Please read the assessment outcomes section of the SMBLA manual (p16-18) to ensure you are aware of the criteria you will be assessed against.

 I look forward to seeing you on the course please feel free to get in touch with me if you have any queries prior to the assessment day. Regards Geraint Forster Email: Geraintforster@hotmail.com Mobile: 0794 1232587

If you need any additional information or you would like to book on this course just call us on 01559363209 or

email us at bpaddlers@aol.com