City & Guilds - Level 2 Cycle Mechanics

Bikeworks offers part time and full time, City & Guilds "Level 2 Cycle Mechanic" courses. The accredited 10-day course provides an industry standard qualification for professional mechanics.

Who is it for?

The course is for anyone who wants to learn advanced bicycle maintenance, either to further their career in the cycle industry, start a new career, or for cycle enthusiasts.

What does the course cover?

A 10-day level 2 course covers:

Repair a cycle puncture
Remove and replace a cycle rim brake assembly
Carry out a systematic cycle check
Remove and replace cycle gear systems
Remove and replace cycle hub bearings
Remove and replace cycle bottom brackets and cranks
Build a cycle wheel
Prepare frames and forks for cycle assembly
Augment a cycle (fitting accessories)
Change a cycle frame
Service cycle headsets assemblies
Remove and replace cycle braking systems

Course Format

Part Time: Two days per week (usually weekends), for five weeks

Full Time: Monday - Friday

All courses run from 09:00 - 17:00 at our Training Centre within Lee Valley VeloPark, London, E20 3AB

Cost

£1,000 + VAT per place. Enquire below and we will get in touch to book you on a course and discuss payment.

Upcoming Course Dates

Start date: 20th April 2020 - 09:00

End date: 1st May, 2020 - 17:00

Start date: 10th August, 2020 - 09:00

End date: 21st August, 2020 - 17:00

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Use our Maxilla Walk workshop in West London every month to Fix Your Own Bike. Free stand and tool hire with advice and guidance from our qualified mechanics. We also have low cost second hand parts available for sale.
Repair shop

We are proud to have opened our first franchise repair shop in 2018 by supporting Ana, who used to be our workshop manager. You'll find Ana at 204a Cambridge Heath Road, Bethnal Green.
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Our bespoke team building sessions all have a charitable focus and outcome. We can work with groups from 10-400 people in a single session.
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Dr Bike Cycle Checks. Experienced mechanics will conduct a full M-Check of your cycle and carry out minor repairs, as well as advice on further issues and preventative maintenance.
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City & Guilds - Level 2 Cycle Mechanics

Bikeworks offers part time and full time, City & Guilds "Level 2 Cycle Mechanic" courses. The accredited 10-day course provides an industry standard qualification for professional mechanics.