Coaching & Drills

Cycling & Race Coaching - Richmond Park

Our British Cycling affiliated coaches run targeted coaching and drills sessions in Richmond Park through the spring and summer, open to all London Dynamo members – racers and non-racers, fast riders and steady ones alike. With 20 to 30 riders per session, it is one of the most effective ways to sharpen your riding skills in a structured, supportive environment, all included as part of your membership.

What We Cover

Each session focuses on the core skills of confident group and road riding. Depending on the week, you can expect to work on:

  • Peloton riding – through and off, paceline formation, and how to ride efficiently in a group at pace
  • Cornering – technique, line choice, and carrying speed through bends
  • Sprinting – power, positioning, and timing
  • Descending – confidence, braking, and road reading at speed

The exact content of each session is set and communicated by the club coach in advance, so you always know what you are coming to work on.

What You Need

Just your road bike, helmet and your club kit – and a positive attitude. No additional equipment is required.

Where

The exact meeting point within Richmond Park varies each week. A few days before each session, the club coach posts full joining details – including location and a breakdown of the session content – to the Evening Coaching group in the London Dynamo WhatsApp Community. Make sure you sign up to this group within the Community to receive these updates.

Coaching sessions are also posted to the club calendar.

Who Is It For?

These sessions are open to all members, men and women – regardless of experience or ability. Whether you are riding your first season or preparing for your next race, coaching and drills will make you a more confident, safer, and faster rider. Come along, push yourself, and see the difference it makes.

If you are not already a member, click here for joining instructions.

Coaching Sessions

Tuesday Coaching & Drills [Evenings]

Tuesdays, 7-8pm, April to August.

Mixed gender sessions (men & women welcome).

Meeting point always in or around Richmond Park, but exact location varies weekly. Check the Forum or the WhatsApp Group.

These coaching sessions are led by Richard Carrington – a highly experienced L3 British Cycling Coach and Level 1 Training Peaks Coach.

Find our coaching calendar here.

Thursday Coaching & Drills [Evenings]

Thursdays, 7-8pm, April to August.

Mixed gender sessions (men & women welcome).

Meeting point always in or around Richmond Park, but exact location varies weekly. Check the Forum or the WhatsApp Group.

These coaching sessions are led by Paul Gascoyne, founder of UCANFitness.

Find our coaching calendar here.

Women-Only Coaching & Drills Sessions [Mornings]

Women only cycling coaching and drills.

Please enquire with our Women’s Captain for more information on the next sessions.

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FAQs

How much does the weekly coaching cost?

It is included in your yearly membership. Nothing extra to pay.

Do I need to be a racer to attend coaching sessions?

No. Coaching sessions are open to all abilities.

Where do the coaching sessions take place?

Richmond Park, location varies weekly. Exact location shared in the club WhatsApp Community chat a fe days before the sesion (Evening Coaching group).

When do coaching sessions run?

Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7-8pm, April to August.

Are there women-only coaching sessions?

Yes, Thursday mornings in Richmond Park – contact the Women’s Captain.

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