YOUTH TRAINING & RACING
YOUTH TRAINING WITH Y4RT
Alba Rosa is one of the founding clubs of Y4RT (Yorkshire 4 Race Training), alongside Ilkley CC, Valley Striders CC and Harrogate Nova CC. We train together at the traffic-free Bodington Circuit at the Brownlee Centre in Adel, Leeds.
Led by British Cycling-qualified coaches, the sessions are now open to young riders from all clubs who want to build their cycling confidence or develop their road racing skills and fitness. They also help young riders build friendships with other racers, making racing more accessible and enjoyable.
Above all, the aim is to make riding fun and safe, with opportunities for every rider to learn and progress. See details below.
YOUTH RACING
Alba Rosa actively promotes and supports youth racing, including hosting one of the White Rose Youth Classics events and supporting the Yorkshire Cyclo-cross Championships. We encourage young riders to try racing, develop their skills and enjoy taking part alongside friends. Race schedules and opportunities will be shared through the club news section and Spond.
SAFEGUARDING
Young riders’ safety and wellbeing come first. Parents and carers must remain on site throughout coaching sessions, and youth activity communications go through parents and carers. If you have a safeguarding question or concern, please contact the club’s Welfare Officer using the details on our Committee page.
YOUTH CALENDAR
MONDAY:
Y4RT Youth Race Training
Coaching at Bodington Circuit with qualified British Cycling coaches. Mondays during term time, excluding bank holidays.
Sign in at 6.45pm for a 7pm start. £5 per rider, pre-book only.
Beginners | 7–8pm
Core skills and confidence. Must pedal independently, use brakes and gears, and follow instructions.
Intermediate | 7–8pm
Group riding and race skills, working towards riding clipped in.
Advanced | 7–8.30pm
Speed, fitness and race techniques. Road bike and confident clipped-in riding required.
New riders: contact hello@albarosacc.com before attending.
Book ahead through the Monday link on club Spond.
THURSDAY:
Bodington Circuit Race Training
Developed from Y4RT, these sessions help experienced riders build racing skills, speed and fitness. Open to strong Youth A and B riders, juniors, U23s and racing adults from all clubs.
Led by British Cycling coaches, with visiting professional riders joining selected sessions. Whatever jersey you wear, the aim is to become a better rider.
Thursdays | 7–9pm | £6 per session
New riders: contact hello@albarosacc.com before attending.
Book ahead through the Thursday link on club Spond. Check the booking page for dates and availability.
How to get there
Vehicle access to the circuit is from Otley road just after Lawnswood cemetery (turn left) if driving from the North or just before the end of the dual carriageway (turn right) if driving up from the Ring Road roundabout.