With a growing interest in cycling as a leisure activity, rising fuel prices and increasing pressures being placed on inner city driving, the UK's demand for commuter cycling has never been so strong.

In this changing climate, it makes sense for employers to encourage staff to consider the advantages of cycling to work, and in doing so, ensure confidence and safety in their journey. IAM Drive & Survive's Cycle Training programme is designed to do just that, whether your employees are experienced cycling commuters comfortable with complex challenges or inexperienced or lapsed cyclists.

As well as creating a happy and healthy workforce, employers can expect to benefit through:

• Reduced company or private vehicle use resulting in lower employee overheads
• Demonstrating an ongoing commitment to employee duty of care
• A reduction in carbon footprint
• Actively demonstrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Increased productivity resulting from improved concentration and heightened alertness in the workplace

Whether new to cycling or a frequent cyclist wanting a few extra hints and tips, IAM Drive & Survive cycle training will be of real benefit to your commuter workforce. Three levels of coaching allows employees to begin training at the most appropriate point for them, whether that be covering basic skills in a safe off-road environment, or cycling on-road in challenging conditions.

IAM Cycle Training is available in the following three levels:

Providing the opportunity for new, inexperienced or lapsed cyclists to have their cycling ability checked in a safe off-road environment by a trained observer.

Designed to help cyclists who demonstrate good bike control, CycleRide focuses on enhancing the cyclist's confidence and sense of security through assertive positioning on the road and awareness of other road users, including pedestrians.

Building on the skills developed in CycleRide and suitable for those capable of independent journeys, CycleRide+ prepares cyclists for more complex every day on road challenges.

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IAM Drive & Survive cycle training adheres to the National Standards for Cycle Training (sometimes referred to as Bikeability) so you can be confident that your employees are receiving training of the highest standard. In addition, all instructors are CRB checked and accredited to teach to this standard.

If you would like to discuss how IAM Drive & Survive cycle training could help your organisation achieve its transport goals, or would like to know more about IAM Drive & Survive Driver Risk Management solutions please click here.