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# First Step Cycle

Cycling Service Experts

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## Posts

- [How to find and plan your perfect cycle route](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/06/15/how-to-find-and-plan-your-perfect-cycle-route/) - Finding and planning a cycle route is an important part of getting the best out of cycling.
- [Bike Lights for Dark Nights - Partnering together for Children's Cycling Safety](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2025/12/04/bike-lights-for-dark-nights-partnering-together-for-childrens-cycling-safety/) - Hull’s Bike Lights for Dark Nights returns, giving Year 6 pupils free bike lights and hi-vis covers to boost safety and visibility on their journeys to school.
- [How apprenticeships are shaping the next generation of cyclists](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2025/02/25/how-apprenticeships-are-shaping-the-next-generation-of-cyclists/) - Apprenticeships are helping shape the next generation of cyclists. Learn how Jacob's journey with First Step Cycle is inspiring young riders in Hull.
- [Boost Bikeability success with free Learn to Ride sessions](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2025/01/22/boost-bikeability-success-with-free-learn-to-ride-sessions/) - Boost your school's Bikeability pass rate with free Learn to Ride sessions for Year 3 & 4. Book now and prepare students for cycling success!
- [Get back on your bike in 2025 with Rusty Riders!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/12/18/get-back-on-your-bike-in-2025-with-rusty-riders/) - Kickstart your New Year goals with Rusty Riders! Our free sessions build cycling confidence and help you embrace an active, eco-friendly lifestyle.
- [Discounted bus fares to support festive travel in Hull](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/12/13/discounted-bus-fares-to-support-festive-travel-in-hull/) - Take advantage of discounted bus fares in Hull this festive season with the return of the ‘6 people for £6’ ticket and £1 late-night fares.
- [Chiltern Primary leads Hull in Walk to School Challenge](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/11/23/chiltern-primary-leads-hull-in-walk-to-school-challenge/) - Chiltern Primary leads Hull in the WOW Walk to School Challenge, promoting active travel with walking, wheeling, cycling, and scooting this October.
- [Get ready for Road Safety Week with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/11/15/get-ready-for-road-safety-week-with-first-step-cycle/) - Road Safety Week 2024 will be taking place from the 17th to the 23rd of November, raising awareness of the importance of staying safe on our roads.
- [Be Bright Be Seen this winter with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/11/13/be-bright-be-seen-this-winter-with-first-step-cycle/) - Stay safe this winter with First Step Cycle’s Be Bright Be Seen campaign, offering tips to help pupils stay visible, confident, and safe during darker evenings.
- [Bikeability makes Third Sector Awards 2024 finals](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/10/30/bikeability-makes-third-sector-awards-2024-finals/) - The Bikeability Trust has reached the finals of the Third Sector Awards for ‘Best Service Delivery Innovation’ with their Fleet Cycles project.
- [Frog Bikes presented to Hull school students following safety campaign](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/10/16/frog-bikes-presented-to-hull-school-students-following-safety-campaign/) - Frog Bikes, a children’s bicycle company, has partnered with Hull City Council to offer bikes to school children in Hull.
- [Top 10 ranking for Hull cycle trails and children's cycling](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/09/19/top-10-ranking-for-hull-cycle-trails-and-childrens-cycling/) - Hull has retained its position in the top 10 rankings for children's cycle trails in the UK, according to a recent survey by the cycling charity Sustrans.
- [5 million children equipped for healthier, happier futures with Bikeability training](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/09/05/5-million-children-equipped-for-healthier-happier-futures-with-bikeability-training/) - New figures from The Bikeability Trust reveal that a record 560,471 children participated in Bikeability cycle training between April 2023 and March 2024.
- [Partner with First Step Cycle for your school's Climate Action Countdown](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/06/07/partner-with-first-step-cycle-for-your-schools-climate-action-countdown/) - An upcoming initiative called "The Climate Action Countdown" starts on June 7th, where schools across the UK will participate in 29 days of climate-focused activities and actions.
- [Rusty Riders are back! Come join us for National Bike Week!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/06/03/rusty-riders-are-back-come-join-us-for-national-bike-week/) - This month, enjoy National Bike Week and the activities across the UK from June 10-16, with the theme "be a #BikeHero".
- [Get Cycling in Schools with Bikeability and Frog Bikes](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/05/20/get-cycling-in-schools-with-bikeability-and-frog-bikes/) - Bikeability and Frog Bikes have launched the "Get Cycling in Schools" project which aims to teach children the essential skills to start cycling.
- [Active Travel with First Step Cycle: Love to Ride Month!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/05/07/active-travel-with-first-step-cycle-love-to-ride-month/) - This month, Love to Ride, a global cycling community, is encouraging people across the UK to get on their bikes. Get involved and #MakeEveryRideCount.
- [Winners of the Modeshift Stars National School Travel Awards 2023/24 announced!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/04/29/winners-of-the-modeshift-stars-national-school-travel-awards-2023-24-announced/) - The Modeshift STARS National School Travel Awards 2023/24 recognised schools that have demonstrated excellence in promoting sustainable and active travel.
- [How do we make footways more inclusive for active travel](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/04/19/how-do-we-make-footways-more-inclusive-for-active-travel/) - Making footways available to pedestrians increases the likelihood that people will take sustainable, active travel options rather than using their cars.
- [First Step Group chosen to work with Hull City Council for Sustainable Travel Goals](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2024/02/16/first-step-group-chosen-to-work-with-hull-city-council-for-sustainable-travel-goals/) - Hull City Council has appointed First Step Sports Group to continue providing road safety training in the city.
- [Northern Ireland celebrates more than 21,000 active journeys](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/12/21/northern-ireland-celebrates-more-than-21000-active-journeys/) - Northern Ireland’s Active Travel community celebrated nearly 21,500 active travel journeys last month.
- [How can your school achieve your Green or Bronze Modeshift accreditation?](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/10/27/how-can-your-school-achieve-your-green-or-bronze-modeshift-accreditation/) - A Modeshift accreditation is a brilliant way to start creating an active, healthy environment for your school community.
- [Sustrans announces New Chief Operating Officer](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/09/28/sustrans-announces-new-chief-operating-officer/) - Sustrans, the organisation that aims to improve access to active travel for UK's communities, will be welcoming a new Chief Operating Officer, Matt Winfield.
- [Join almost half a million children earning Bikeability badges with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/09/19/join-almost-half-a-million-children-earning-bikeability-badges-with-first-step-cycle/) - Hull has become one of the top ten local authorities where over 70% of Year 6 pupils have received Bikeability training.
- [5 top tips to get you back on your bike!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/08/05/5-top-tips-to-get-you-back-on-your-bike/) - Getting on your bike regularly can save you money and improve your fitness. If you’re worried about starting up again, here are our 5 top tips for getting on your bike regularly!
- [Want to find the right cycling group? Here are our top tips for making the right choice!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/07/21/want-to-find-the-right-cycling-group-here-are-our-top-tips-for-making-the-right-choice/) - If you're looking to motivate your workout, having a cycling group to keep you on track is one of the best ways. But how do you choose one?
- [How to find and plan your perfect cycle route](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/06/15/how-to-find-and-plan-your-perfect-cycle-route/) - Finding and planning a cycle route is an important part of getting the best out of cycling.
- [Bike to Work Day - The 5 reasons you should be cycling to work in 2023](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/05/19/bike-to-work-day-the-5-reasons-you-should-be-cycling-to-work-in-2023/) - On the 19th of May, we'll be getting on our bikes to celebrate Bike to Work Day. Check out our five handy reasons why you should make cycling a habit this May.
- [Rusty Riders - Get rolling while the suns out!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/05/09/rusty-riders-get-rolling-while-the-suns-out/) - Fully supported by Hull City Council, our new Rusty Riders courses are aimed at making you a more confident road cyclist.
- [Active travel cuts risk £36.5bn worth of economic benefit](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/04/24/active-travel-cuts-risk-36-5bn-worth-of-economic-benefit/) - In an open letter, a coalition of charities and professional organisations have asked for a reversal in proposed cuts to active travel budgets.
- [How can you and your family save money by cycling?](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/03/22/how-can-you-and-your-family-save-money-by-cycling/) - As costs rise, we're all looking for ways to trim our budgets. Here are a few ways that getting on your bike can help you save those pennies.
- [Hull City active travel plans to offer residents safer cycling and walking paths](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/03/03/hull-city-active-travel-plans-to-offer-residents-safer-cycling-and-walking-paths/) - Hull City Council recently welcomed public input on its proposed plans for new off-road cycle paths on two major city routes.
- [7 tips for tackling a long bike journey](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/02/24/7-tips-for-tackling-a-long-bike-journey/) - Cycling is one of the best ways to keep fit and active for people of all ages. These 7 tips will help you prepare to get the best out of your cycling journey.
- [Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel coming March 2023](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/02/14/sustrans-big-walk-and-wheel-coming-march-2023/) - Schools can now register for The Big Walk and Wheel! After an amazing showing last year, it's time to welcome the Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel 2023.
- [National network for walking and cycling with a government fund of £32.9 million](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/01/25/national-network-for-walking-and-cycling-with-a-government-fund-of-32-9-million/) - On the 2nd of January, the government announced a fund of £32.9 million to encourage the public to walk and cycle more.
- [Looking back on the successes of Bikeability in 2022](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/01/13/looking-back-on-the-successes-of-bikeability-in-2022/) - In 2022, Bikeability hit new heights of success, from partnering with world-class and local organisations to attracting the support of big names in sport and policy.
- [Bikeability reveals its top tips for safe cycling in the winter](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/12/14/bikeability-reveals-its-top-tips-for-safe-cycling-in-the-winter/) - Wintry weather warnings continue to be issued across the country, so Bikeability has released its tips for staying on your bike this winter.
- [FSSG get the lowdown on active travel at the Annual Modeshift Convention](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/12/08/fssg-get-the-lowdown-on-active-travel-at-the-annual-modeshift-convention/) - The annual Modeshift Convention has gathered organisations and stakeholders from across the country. The growth of Modeshift is revolutionising active travel.
- [FSSG get the lowdown on active travel at the Annual Modeshift Convention](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/12/08/fssg-get-the-lowdown-on-active-travel-at-the-annual-modeshift-convention/) - The annual Modeshift Convention has gathered organisations and stakeholders from across the country. The growth of Modeshift is revolutionising active travel.
- [YouGov research shows parents recognise the importance of professional cycle training](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/11/09/yougov-research-shows-parents-recognise-the-importance-of-professional-cycle-training/)
- [Cycle to School Week with Bikeability Trust and Sustrans](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/10/03/cycle-to-school-week-with-bikeability-trust-and-sustrans/) - Cycle to School Week is back! From the 3rd to the 7th of October, schools and families are invited to get on their bikes across the country.
- [Walking, wheeling, and cycling to be offered on prescription in nationwide trial](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/09/12/walking-wheeling-and-cycling-to-be-offered-on-prescription-in-nationwide-trial/) - A new pilot will bring £12.7 million in multi-year funding for walking groups, cycle training, and free bike loans to be prescribed by GPs.
- [A PE Teacher’s Guide to Re-energising](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/07/20/a-pe-teachers-guide-to-re-energising/) - Here are some tips to help you re-energise PE and physical activity in your school.
- [First Step Cycle to support Beverley Minister Primary’s Summer Fair](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/07/01/first-step-cycle-to-support-beverley-minister-primarys-summer-fair/) - This summer, First Step Cycle are looking forward to joining the Beverley Minster Primary School community for the day!
- [The 3 Benefits of After School Clubs](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/29/the-3-benefits-of-after-school-clubs/) - Around 35% of children in the UK go to after school clubs. Why? After school clubs encourage healthy lifestyles and give children an opportunity to play and socialise in a safe environment.
- [Stoneferry Bikeability success sees school renew partnership for 10th consecutive year!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/28/case-study-stoneferry-bikeability-success-sees-school-renew-partnership-for-10th-consecutive-year/) - This year First Step Cycle has successfully delivered yet another course of Bikeability Training to a passionate group of Stoneferry Primary School Year 6 pupils.
- [Celebrating Clean Air Day: Clean Air for Clean Travel](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/17/celebrating-clean-air-day-clean-air-for-clean-travel/) - On the 16th June, we celebrated and supported Clean Air Day, the largest campaign of its kind in the UK. The campaign promotes various ways to reduce pollution.
- [A guide to using your PE Premium with First Step PE](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/10/a-guide-to-using-your-pe-premium-with-first-step-pe/) - This guide has been developed with the express purpose of helping you make sense of your PE Premium targets.
- [First Step Cycle to run Kid Alert 2022](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/08/first-step-cycle-to-run-kid-alert-2022/) - First Step Cycle is collaborating with Hull City Council and Safer Roads Humber to run Kid Alert 2022.
- [Join Brake's Kids Walk and get walking with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/06/01/join-brakes-kids-walk-and-get-walking-with-first-step-cycle/) - Next month, we're encouraging everyone to get walking for the Brake's Kids Walk to raise money and awareness of the health benefits of walking for children.
- [Rusty Riders has returned for summer!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/05/04/rusty-riders-has-returned-for-summer/) - Our fully-funded Rusty Riders cycling training programme is designed to get you rolling on Hull City roads as quickly and as safely as possible.
- [A guide to eating veggie this National Vegetarian Week](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/05/17/a-guide-to-eating-veggie-this-national-vegetarian-week/) - National Vegetarian Week will be taking place from the 16th of May through to the 22nd of May this year.
- [National Walking Month with First Step Cycle – Join the walk now!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/05/11/national-walking-month-with-first-step-cycle-join-the-walk-now/) - This month, First Step Cycle are encouraging everyone to get walking for National Walking Month.
- [World Asthma Day: Raise awareness with the First Step Cycle team](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/05/03/world-asthma-day-raise-awareness-with-the-first-step-cycle-team/) - On May 3rd, we'll be recognising the importance of raising awareness for asthma sufferers, their families, and the tireless research and medical support.
- [Walk this way, this May with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/29/walk-this-way-this-may-with-first-step-cycle/) - This May is the Living Streets’ National Walking Month, asking the world’s citizens to ditch the car for a day and walk to work.
- [Get on your feet and wiggle for On Your Feet Britain](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/27/get-on-your-feet-and-wiggle-for-on-your-feet-britain/) - On Your Feet Britain is a national initiative to get office-based workers out of their sedentary lifestyles and doing some fun, simple activities.
- [Simple steps to keeping them active during hay fever season](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/21/simple-steps-to-keeping-them-active-during-hay-fever-season/) - Did you know that up to 30% of British children suffer from hay fever? Here are our top tips for parents on how to manage hay fever season.
- [More Bikeability success at Priory Primary School!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/13/more-bikeability-success-at-priory-primary-school/) - Another year of successful Bikeability training at Priory Primary School has passed, with credit due to our fantastic coaches!
- [Celebrating Modeshift STARS success with the FSC Active Travel Festival](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/06/celebrating-modeshift-stars-success-with-the-fsc-active-travel-festival/) - First Step Cycle and Cllr Hester Bridges presented our Modeshift STARS partner schools with their accreditation certificates at the Active Travel Festival.
- [World Autism Awareness Day: How you can show your support](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/04/01/world-autism-awareness-day-how-you-can-show-your-support/) - As World Autistm Awareness Day approaches, one of the best ways to mark the day, is to prepare what you teach pupils about differently-abled pupils.
- [Sirius Academy North presented with Bike Library for Modeshift STARS success](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/30/sirius-academy-north-presented-with-bike-library-for-modeshift-stars-success/) - Hull City Council has awarded Sirius Academy North a new bike library, a reward for their efforts towards their Modeshift STARS accreditations.
- [Government invests additional 2.5m in funding for active travel](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/24/government-invests-additional-2-5m-in-funding-for-active-travel/) - At this year’s National Walking Summit, Active Travel Minister Trudy Harrison, MP, announced a £2.5 million funding increase for active travel.
- [One provider, 3,900 pupils](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/23/one-provider-3900-pupils/)
- [Bikeability brilliance at Newington Academy once again!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/08/bikeability-brilliance-at-newington-academy-once-again/) - Following the success of the course, we are delighted to know that Newington Academy will be rebooking their Bikeability training with us for next year.
- [Teaching healthy nutrition in the classroom](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/15/teaching-healthy-nutrition-in-the-classroom/) - This month we can look forward to nutrition and hydration week! From the 14th to the 21st of March, kids and parents alike can get to grips with good nutrition.
- [First Step Sports Group is hiring: Apply to start your coaching career with us!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/25/first-step-sports-group-is-hiring-apply-to-start-your-coaching-career-with-us/)
- [Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/10/sustrans-big-walk-and-wheel/) - From the 21st March to the 1st of April, Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel event will challenge pupils nationwide to get active on their journeys to and from school.
- [12 New Bikes at First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/03/09/12-new-bikes-at-first-step-cycle/) - First Step Cycle has received 12 new bikes from Hull City Council to increase the support for our cycle skills programmes.
- [First Step Cycle: Who we are and what we do](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/22/first-step-cycle-who-we-are-and-what-we-do/) - The First Step Cycle team offers a range of cycling lessons to children, young people, and adults. Choose quality. Choose experience. Choose, First Step Cycle.
- [How to Navigate your Modeshift account](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/15/how-to-navigate-your-modeshift-account/) - A how-to-guide to help you navigate around your online Modeshift account.
- [One week until Bikeability Annual Conference – Have you got your tickets yet?](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/17/one-week-until-bikeability-annual-conference-have-you-got-your-tickets-yet/) - The Bikeability Conference, the annual celebration of cycling training and innovation is back after a brief hiatus owing to pandemic restrictions.
- [Support the Parking Pledge at your school for a safer school environment](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/09/support-the-parking-pledge-at-your-school-for-a-safer-school-environment/) - Road safety is of the highest importance when it comes to keeping children safe. in us and commit to the parking pledge!
- [How to keep children safe from the dangers online](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/08/how-to-keep-children-safe-from-the-dangers-online/) - There are serious concerns as to safety from strangers, fraud, and too much time spent sedentary by being online.
- [Make cycling a part of your life with Guided Learning](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/02/02/make-cycling-a-part-of-your-life-with-guided-learning/) - Our new Guided Learning provision is hosted by our professional instructors, aimed at helping you ride around the city with confidence.
- [Become a Modeshift STAR with 6 hours of FREE training on us!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/24/become-a-modeshift-star-with-6-hours-of-free-training-on-us/) - As part of our commitment to helping Hull schools, First Step Cycle are offering three weeks of our active travel services, free of charge.
- [Making your Active Travel New Years Resolutions](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/06/making-your-active-travel-new-years-resolutions/) - Contextually speaking, targets for physical education, academic subjects, and rising cases of COVID-19, there has never been a better time to make plans for active travel.
- [New Learn to Ride course available to Years 3 & 4 with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/13/new-learn-to-ride-course-available-to-years-3-4-with-first-step-cycle/) - First Step Cycle are offering a new course called Learn to Ride aimed at preparing Years 3 and 4 to take their Bikeability training in Years 5 and 6.
- [Maximise your schools’ revenue and physical after-school activity provision with FSSG](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/12/maximise-your-schools-revenue-and-physical-after-school-activity-provision-with-fssg/) - Active Care from First Step Sports Group combines sports and activities within a structured childcare environment.
- [Celebrating our Modeshift STARS schools](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/12/celebrating-our-modeshift-stars-schools/) - Our Modeshift STARS partnership is part of our commitment to bring safe active travel to Hull, making our city the healthiest and most environmentally friendly in the UK.
- [Clever never goes: How your kids can stay safe when they’re away from home](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2022/01/10/clever-never-goes-how-your-kids-can-stay-safe-when-theyre-away-from-home/) - Making sure that children understand how to navigate their local environments and avoid being prey to strangers is a lifelong skill.
- [Hull School reaches Platinum Modeshift STARS success](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/25/hull-school-reaches-platinum-modeshift-stars-success/) - Active, safe, and sustainable travel is within reach as a nearby Yorkshire school has been awarded the Platinum Modeshift STARS accreditation for its work.
- [What is childhood obesity and how can we make a change for children?](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/12/14/what-is-childhood-obesity-and-how-can-we-make-a-change-for-children/) - Childhood obesity is one of the most significant problems affecting the UK. The main risk factors for children are physical inactivity and unhealthy diets.
- [First Step Cycle welcomes over 10 new Modeshift STARS schools](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/12/16/first-step-cycle-welcomes-over-10-new-modeshift-stars-schools/) - We have been incredibly fortunate to see 11 schools (and counting!), join our Modeshift STARS initiative this year.
- [Bellfield Primary School joins Zig-Zag parking campaign](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/12/02/bellfield-primary-school-joins-zig-zag-parking-campaign/) - A new initiative designed to discourage parents parking on zig-zag lines has been successfully run at Bellfield Primary School.
- [Join us to celebrate all things Bikeability!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/12/01/join-us-to-celebrate-all-things-bikeability/) - On the 10th of December, join us online for the first annual Celebration of Bikeability event!
- [5 ways to reduce your schools' carbon footprint](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/30/5-ways-to-reduce-your-schools-carbon-footprint/) - In a school, reducing your carbon footprint has so many benefits that it needn’t be difficult at all. Start here with our top tips for reducing your schools' footprint.
- [Your lowdown on the Modeshift Convention 2021](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/17/your-lowdown-on-the-modeshift-convention-2021/) - The Modeshift Convention took place as climate change found itself firmly in the forefront of people’s minds, as COP26 talks have gathered momentum.
- [How to start your schools' Modeshift STARS Application](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/15/how-to-start-your-schools-modeshift-stars-application/) - Once you start your Modeshift STARS application, we can help you find the right types of active travel that can help you produce the perfect travel plan.
- [Modeshift STARS Programme praised by School Games Organiser Alex Sherwood](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/09/modeshift-stars-programme-praised-by-school-games-organiser-alex-sherwood/) - Sirius Academy West were first interested in the Modeshift STARS programme primarily to improve the active travel levels amongst their pupils.
- [Sign up to Modeshift and get £300!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/03/sign-up-to-modeshift-and-get-300/) - We want to make Hull the healthiest most active city in the UK, so we are offering new schools £300 off any services with us.
- [Start small: Growing their cycling confidence](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/11/02/start-small-growing-their-cycling-confidence/) - In a report released by Cycling UK, 70% of parents considered learning to ride a bike an important life skill for their children.
- [Active travel is the solution to rising concerns over air pollution around schools](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/28/active-travel-is-the-solution-to-rising-concerns-over-air-pollution-around-schools/) - Despite ill effects on air quality, many parents are unlikely to favour walking their children to school for fear of exposing their children to pollution.
- [Modeshift is off to a great start with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/19/modeshift-is-off-to-a-great-start-with-first-step-cycle/) - We are shifting our plans up a gear as schools continue to join our bid to make Hull the most active city in the UK.
- [Learn Pedestrian skills with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/12/learn-pedestrian-skills-with-first-step-cycle/) - First Step Cycle has partnered with Modeshift STARS in Hull to offer the best in sustainable active travel planning to the children of our local schools.
- [Our quick path to Modeshift Success](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/11/our-quick-path-to-modeshift-success/) - The Modeshift STARS initiative is designed to encourage and reward the steps that schools take to promote active journeys and sustainable travel.
- [Bellfield Primary School adopts Modeshift STARS for a greener and more sustainable future](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/05/bellfield-primary-school-adopts-modeshift-stars-for-a-greener-and-more-sustainable-future/) - Bellfield Primary School are the first school to take a great step in the right direction by signing up to the Modeshift STARS programme in Hull.
- [Our top tips for adapting PE lessons to seasonal weather changes](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/10/05/our-top-tips-for-adapting-pe-lessons-to-seasonal-weather-changes/) - Now we’re entering October and those crisp and often damp mornings have returned, it’s time to start retrofitting PE lessons to suit seasonal changes.
- [Rusty Riders Season comes to an end – until next year!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/09/22/rusty-riders-season-comes-to-an-end-until-next-year/) - As our Rusty Riders sessions draw to a close, we’d like to thank all of our participants for their hard work, and drive in completing the sessions.
- [A guide to providing a positive first experience of physical activity for children who are starting school](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/09/21/a-guide-to-providing-a-positive-first-experience-of-physical-activity-for-children-who-are-starting-school/) - Developing the confidence to teach physical activity can be very difficult for teachers. First Step PE is here to help, with some easy practical steps to get you up and running.
- [Take the Yorkshire Dales Road Cycling Tour](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/09/15/take-the-yorkshire-dales-road-cycling-tour/) - The Yorkshire Dales Cycling Tour is a great way to see some of the local untamed beauty that makes Yorkshire so unique and keep fit in the process.
- [How to make playtimes more fun and encourage active play](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/09/07/how-to-make-playtimes-more-fun-and-encourage-active-play/) - Playtime is and should be sacred because children should be using as much of it as possible to move around.
- [Use your pupil premium to book our pre-pedal and go-scoot](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/09/03/use-your-pupil-premium-to-book-our-pre-pedal-and-go-scoot/) - First Step Cycle Go Scoot and Pre-Pedal sessions provide all the resources and first-class professional coaching that you'll need to get your kids moving.
- [Get rolling with First Step Cycle training - Places going fast!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/31/get-rolling-with-first-step-cycle-training-places-going-fast/) - First Step Cycle offers all types of cycle enrichment – from pre-pedal, all the way up to Year 6, preparing children for independent cycle journeys.
- [Summer session focus on pre-pedal training for children](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/16/summer-session-focus-on-pre-pedal-training-for-children/) - At First Step Cycle, our pre-pedal sessions focus on strengthening children's gross motor skills.
- [A guide to making sure your child is ready to cycle or walk home to and from school](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/16/a-guide-to-making-sure-your-child-is-ready-to-cycle-or-walk-home-to-and-from-school/) - Whether or not a child is ready to make an independent journey to and from school, is a significant step for all parents and guardians.
- [First Step Cycle supports NHS workers with Rusty Riders program](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/17/first-step-cycle-supports-nhs-workers-with-rusty-riders-program/) - With the increased level of high-pressure situations for NHS workers, First Step Cycle instructors have been delivering the Rusty Riders program to support local NHS staff.
- [Learn to cycle confidently with First Step Cycle's Bikeability Summer Camp](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/04/learn-to-cycle-confidently-with-first-step-cycles-bikeability-summer-camp/) - Bikeability Cycling Summer Camp is the best place to learn practical cycling skills that can last a lifetime.
- [Make this summer a cycling summer with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/03/make-this-summer-a-cycling-summer-with-first-step-cycle/) - First Step Cycle is preparing for a summer of cycling with events for all ages, looking to learn, expand and recover some cycling skills.
- [Embedding enrichment into your school PE curriculum](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/08/02/embedding-enrichment-into-your-school-pe-curriculum/) - Here are just a few simple ways to embed a culture of enrichment into your school PE curriculum.
- [How cycling can be made easy with pre-pedal courses](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/29/how-cycling-can-be-made-easy-with-pre-pedal-courses/) - First Step Cycle's pre-pedal early years offering is designed to provide those preliminary motor skills and balance necessary to make their first pedal smoother.
- [How Cycle Savvy Driving is creating safer roads for school children](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/27/how-cycle-savvy-driving-is-creating-safer-roads-for-school-children/) - The Cycle Savvy Driving program offers a new experimental focus on the cooperative use of roads cyclists and drivers.
- [Five simple ways to embed intra-school competition](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/15/five-simple-ways-to-embed-intra-school-competition/) - Intra-school competition is a great way to develop a positive attitude towards competition, whilst pupils are among their peers.
- [FSC & Hull Schools supporting schools with Modeshift STARS award for active and sustainable travel](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/14/fsc-hull-schools-supporting-schools-with-modeshift-stars-award-for-active-and-sustainable-travel/) - First Step Cycle will partner with Hull Schools to fulfil the requirements for the Modeshift STARS award.
- [FSC, Hull City Council & Hull Active Schools Launch Active Travel Partnership](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/13/fsc-hull-city-council-hull-active-schools-launch-active-travel-partnership/) - The active travel partnership will help with the collation of resources and monitoring to develop a comprehensive Travel Plan to implement Modeshift STARS.
- [10 PE premium effective spend trends for 2021-22](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/07/04/10-pe-premium-effective-spend-trends-for-2021-22/) - Step away from the catch-up narrative and treat physical education as a part of developing children as a whole.
- [Achieving National Accreditation – Modeshift STARS](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2018/01/03/achieving-national-accreditation-modeshift-stars/) - First Step Cycle is pleased to announce the launch of Modeshift Stars Accreditation scheme in partnership with Hull City Council.
- [Government Urged To Increase Funding For Walking And Cycling](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2019/01/24/government-urged-to-increase-funding-for-walking-and-cycling/) - The Government is in danger of missing its targets to increase levels of cycling and walking in England unless there is an increase in funding.
- [Virtual Skills Challenges and Schools Competition](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2020/05/06/virtual-skills-challenges-and-schools-competition/) - Skills Drills is a national, online, virtual skills league to add a bit of fun to this period of disruption.
- [Cycle Skills Sessions help to tackle inequalities in Scunthorpe](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2021/02/15/cycle-skills-sessions-help-to-tackle-inequalities-in-scunthorpe/)
- [September News](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2019/09/30/september-news/) - Our First Step Cycle team helped thousands of children at primary schools across the region to become competent and confident cyclists.
- [Beyond Bikeability – Learning to Ride with First Step Cycle](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2019/03/20/beyond-bikeability-learning-to-ride-with-first-step-cycle/) - Since April 2018, we’ve helped thousands of children across East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire to become competent and confident cyclists.
- [Covid 19 – Update April 2020](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2020/04/23/covid-19-update-april-2020/) - A message from First Step Sports Group.
- [Want to find the right cycling group? Here are our top tips for making the right choice!](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/2023/07/21/want-to-find-the-right-cycling-group-here-are-our-top-tips-for-making-the-right-choice/) - If you're looking to motivate your workout, having a cycling group to keep you on track is one of the best ways. But how do you choose one?

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- [Rusty Riders](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/rusty-riders/) - The Rusty Riders scheme is a training course for adults who wish to, brush up on their cycling skills and become more confident.
- [Modeshift STARS Education](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/modeshift-stars-education/) - Modeshift STARS is the centre of excellence for the delivery of effective active travel plans.
- [Terms & Conditions](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/bikeability/terms-conditions/) - Services provided under this agreement are funded by the local Authority who is a Grant recipient of the Bikeability Trust.
- [Bikeability](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/bikeability/) - Give your pupils the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to cycle safely with Bikeability training from First Step Cycle.
- [Rusty Riders Survey](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/rusty-riders-survey/) - At First Step Cycle we value any feedback provided by learners.
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- [Pre-Pedal Training](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/pre-pedal-training/) - Thanks to our Pre-Pedal programme children will learn to ride without even realising - as our sessions utilise specialist balance bikes that don’t have pedals.
- [Pedestrian Skills](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/pedestrian-skills/) - Hands on, practical, fun and engaging, Pedestrian Skills are a great introduction to road safety.
- [Go Scoot](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/go-scoot/) - Scooting promotes physical activity from an early age and develops skills which also help with cycling such as steering, stopping and balancing.
- [Learn To Ride](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/learn-to-ride/) - Learn to Ride prepares those in Years 3 and 4 to take their Bikeability training in Years 5 and 6.
- [Instructor Training](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/instructor-training/) - The 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training prepares learners for employment as a cycle training instructor.
- [Services](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/services/) - First Step Cycle are here to provide you with a high quality, cost-effective solution to meet your requirements exactly.
- [News](https://firststep-cycle.co.uk/news/) - Keep up to date with all the latest news from First Step Cycle.

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