Thirteen P7 pupils from Brae High School have just completed their Level 2 Bikeability programme.
They’ve just finished a six-week training course, aimed at giving them the skills and confidence to cycle on single-lane roads and navigate simple junctions, and have each received a fluorescent high-vis vest and drink bottle from Specsavers, who support the Bikeability project nationwide.
All pupils across Shetland are offered cycle training at Levels 1-3, coordinated by Shetland Islands Council’s Active Schools team.
Danny Peterson from Active Schools: “Riding a bike is a fantastic way to get exercise, and has been very popular over the past months as families find new ways to get out and about in the fresh air. It’s really important, though, that children get the training they need to be safe on the roads.
“I’d like to say well done to all the Level 2 Brae pupils – and to those in all Shetland’s schools who are going through their training.”
More information on Bikeability here - https://www.cycling.scot/bikeability-scotland