The list which follows shows the name, venue and contact details for 3 organisations whose activities include "Cycling" in Inverness and the surrounding area listed alphabetically within towns. Please refer to the list on the left hand side of the page for other types of activity.
Each entry in the list will offer information regarding meeting days and times plus a number of choices whereby you can be transferred to the website of an organisation, send an email or text message to the organiser, view the location on a map or find a contact number to call.
| Inverness : Men's Cycle to Health Project, Velocity Cafe
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| Cycling towards improved physical and mental and well-being. Getting exercise and being outdoors can have many positive effects on our physical and mental well-being. Velocity¡¦s Men¡¦s Cycle to Health project works with men who are interested in exploring the benefits of cycling within a group. The project is open to men aged 18 and over and welcomes riders of all abilities and levels of fitness. Group rides can help with: „h Getting more active and feeling healthier „h Meeting new people „h Building motivation and confidence „h Reducing feelings of isolation, stress, anxiety or low mood We can lend you a bike, helmet and jacket. Get in touch if you feel your lifestyle could be healthier or you are experiencing any of the following:Low motivation or confidence, Feelings of isolation, Stress or anxiety,Low mood
Meeting Times
Monday : 0900 to 1200
Tuesday : 0900 to 1200
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The project starts with a 1:1 meeting with one of our small team, who will introduce the project, answer any of your questions and concerns and discuss whether the project is right for you.
The next step involves one ride per week for four weeks in a small supportive group with men of similar abilities, exploring routes in and around Inverness.
Following the initial rides, there is the opportunity to stay part of the group with regular evening and weekend rides and a bike mechanics session on the first Tuesday evening of the month..
Cost
Funded
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| Inverness : Women's Cycle Workshop, Velocity Cafe
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| This bike maintenance workshop is FREE to all women. We'll have female mechanics running the sessions and you can come and work on your own bike, share what you know, learn from other women.
Meeting Times
Wednesday : 1800 to 2000 Monthly
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First Wednesday of the month
Cost
Free (to women)
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| Inverness : Women's Cycle to Health, Velocity Cafe
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| The project is designed and funded for women living in the Highlands, aged 18 years and over, who are experiencing any of the following: •Low self-esteem •Feelings of isolation •Lacking in confidence or motivation •Low mood or anxiety The Women's Cycle to Health project aims to increase women’s mental and physical well-being through supportive, regular group bike rides and welcomes riders of all abilities. Cycling is a sociable activity and a great way to meet new people. It can be fun and give you a real sense of freedom. Cycling can improve your physical fitness and help you lose weight. The sense of achievement gained from engaging in cycling can help boost confidence and self esteem. If you can't ride a bike at all we can teach you. If you need a bit of a boost to get back on your bike we can do that too. Whatever level you are at, the aim is to give you the skills and confidence to get out, ride safely and feel better. We can provide a bike, bike helmet and waterproofs, if required. You don't need to be fit to join this project, just a willingness to ride a bike. If you would like more information or would like to register your interest in the project please phone or email Once we have been notified of your interest, we will contact you to arrange a one to one meeting as soon as possible. Following the one to one, if it is agreed that the project is suitable, we will offer you a place in a group. This may happen quickly or there could be a wait.
Meeting Times
Wednesday : 0900 to 1700
Thursday : 0900 to 1700
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Following the initial rides, there is the opportunity to stay part of the group with regular Wednesday evening and Saturday morning rides.
On the first Wednesday evening of every month there will be a women's only workshop session.
Cost
Free - This project is fully funded so won't cost you anything.
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