Below are a selection of the feedback and testimonials we've received from those who've either completed our courses or had their staff trained to Cytech standards. Don't forget to check out our Facebook reviews too!
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"HiTech, MyTech, CYTECH ..."
"... For a modern course with a truly pragmatic outcome, I can say with most confidence that the quality of the course (although we were only being assessed) and the pedagogy which underpins their teaching is exceedingly high. I cannot comment on the NVQ-backed year apprenticeship, but the in-house courses are well worth the money, especially if you feel your skills could do with some confidence-boosting..."
Laurence Sadler-Moore
Black Country Bikes |
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of candidates agree that they're better at their job after completing a Cytech course |
"During the course you were talked through every aspect of the training, showing you as a group each part of the bike, how to safely remove the part using the correct tools and how to service it.
Each and every question anyone had was thrown open to teach everything to everyone, it was not just answered to the person asking. This was great as if you were not too sure yourself you found out how to solve the fault.
As for the trainers well what can I say, they are brilliant at showing you how to do something and the way they explain the process of how to is pure class, they make it light hearted but never miss a point, it makes taking it all in very easy and if you’re not too sure they will come to your station and go through it again. Great guys, with a great attitude to what they are doing.
I could go on and on but to say that the Cytech course is just to teach you cycle mechanics is far from correct, it teaches you a new skill taught by professionals so you can go and start a business like I did, I now run Injured Cycle Repairs in Strathclyde.
I would tell anyone who is thinking of doing this, go Cytech and learn from the best!"
Eric Paterson
Injured Cycle Repairs |
"If bikes are your passion and you are looking for more then I would recommend that you look
at pjcsonline.co.uk for your Cytech training. Pete and Sam have many, many years of experience between them and are only too willing to share their
knowledge with you during the course. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable 2 and a half weeks of hands on training for me."
David Gray
Cycle Enthusiast |
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of candidates rate their trainer as good or excellent |
"Cytech qualifications are a must for the bike business. Customers know that if a bike comes
to our store for servicing they will get the same treatment as when they walk into the service reception of a motor dealer. Sometimes it can be
better."
Martin Richardson
South Downs Bikes |
"All our technical, sales, marketing and even warehouse staff are Cytech trained. We believe
for many of them it is an essential part of the work they do and enables them to converse confidently with our customers. I always recommend
retailers invest in Cytech for the same reasons whilst also adding credibility to their business from the customer perspective."
Nigel Roberts
Trek UK |
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of candidates rate the course as good or excellent |
"Despite having over 25 years of experience in the bike trade, both on the shop floor and in
the workshop, the Cytech technical two course provided our shop manager with a comprehensive underpinning of knowledge to his existing experience.
Whilst further installing confidence in how our workshop could and should operate.
Throughout all of the various interactions we have had with Cytech and ATG Training, from
administrative processes to training and assessments, they have proved themselves to be a company and a team of people we can and do trust. I would
further go to say that they have had a significant influence in the success of Bay Cycles. Consequently, I would have no hesitation in recommending
ATG Training and their delivery of Cytech training and apprenticeships to others."
Lisa Gubby
Bay
Cycles |
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"Why use a qualified mechanic?"
"... I did my Cytech level 1 and 2 over the following year. This was very well taught and accredited. I had regular assessments at my workplace and 2 weeks at the Cytech training centre. I learnt so much in that year and picked up a lot of little tips and tricks which I still use today. I am still in contact with Jules my original assessor from 15 years ago and meeting him made me realise that I could be a great mechanic..."
Tom Sebborn
Spokes & Gears |
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of candidates rate the course materials as good or excellent |
"On doing my research I very quickly realised that the Cytech training was the industry
recognized standard for cycle maintenance training, so as part of my business plan I booked onto the course. I found the training to be of an
excellent standard and the instructors were highly experienced having worked in the industry for years, the training environment was superb with
access to all the tools and space required to run a bicycle workshop, the assessment was thorough with great support provided by the instructors.
The Cytech training gave me the right tools to open my bicycle shop which I have now been running successfully. The cycle industry requires this
level of training and I would highly recommend this training to people looking to set up a cycle shop or to become qualified cycle
technicians."
John Pagan
Cannimore Cycles |
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of candidates rate the workshop as good or excellent |
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"I want to thank you guys for giving me a professional foundation in cycle mechanics, and
especially the Cytech instructors who gave me really good advice on seeking out other training after the Technical three course. Following
completion of Cytech training I went on to open a mountain bike suspension service center in the US called Trail Labs – we’re the only
suspension service center in the Midwest (an area 8 times bigger than the UK), and one of a few in the entire US that are recognized to service
most of the mountain bike brands currently on the market. Had I not participated in the Cytech program, this would all still be a dream!"
William Angle
Trail
Labs |
| EXTERNAL BLOG POSTS |
"Back to School: Cytech’s Bike Mechanics Course"
"... Even just from the online course, I quickly learnt how little I really knew about my bike, and I began to worry. Greases, oils, lubes, hazardous chemicals, and even correctly changing an inner tube and checking tyres, it was all new to me. With my notebook and pen, I jotted down everything I didn’t know… which was about 90% of the material..."
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"Bike Mechanics: An Unprecedented Qualification in Confidence"
"... There's something highly rewarding about being considered a bike mechanic. Perhaps it's because it's a skill that I couldn't read and study my way out of, or perhaps it's because there was always a quiet self-doubting whisper that had finally been silenced. Either way, I was so stoked to go home that day and strip a friend's old fixie bike for a service and rebuild..."
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"7 Irrefutable Reasons to Learn Bike Mechanics"
"... A few months on, I caught up with Stephanie to see how she was getting on and how her Cytech qualification had helped her…
“Going back to work [after Cytech training] was great as I had a better understanding of how to spot faults in bikes and how to fix them. Since I qualified, I have noticed that when a senior mechanic checks my work, there are much fewer things that I’ve missed which in itself makes me feel a lot more confident – although, over the past few months there have been very few times when I’ve missed something!”..."
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Jessica Strange
Total Women's Cycling & Velo Me |
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of candidates rate the tools used as good or excellent |
"After being involved with bikes for the last 50 years and now running my own bike hire
business, I thought the time was right to get some official status as a bike mechanic.
The course exceeded my expectations and I was awash with new correct information in regard to bike building and maintenance. With the range of bikes
I have titanium, steel, aluminium and carbon frames, with an equally large array of seat posts, forks and headsets, correct maintenance is
essential. I returned home to the Lake District and immediately ordered a range of different lubricants for the different frame materials, and some
additional bike tools including a wheel truing device. Yes I can now true my fleet’s own wheels!
This course is an absolute must for everyone who wants to maintain bikes correctly."
John Sutcliffe
Lake District Bikes |
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| EXTERNAL BLOG POST |
"HiTech, MyTech, CYTECH ..."
"... For a modern course with a truly pragmatic outcome, I can say with most confidence that the quality of the course (although we were only being assessed) and the pedagogy which underpins their teaching is exceedingly high. I cannot comment on the NVQ-backed year apprenticeship, but the in-house courses are well worth the money, especially if you feel your skills could do with some confidence-boosting..."
Laurence Sadler-Moore
Black Country Bikes |
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| of candidates agree that they're better at their job after completing a Cytech course |
"I want to thank you guys for giving me a professional foundation in cycle mechanics, and
especially the Cytech instructors who gave me really good advice on seeking out other training after the Technical three course. Following
completion of Cytech training I went on to open a mountain bike suspension service center in the US called Trail Labs – we’re the only
suspension service center in the Midwest (an area 8 times bigger than the UK), and one of a few in the entire US that are recognized to service
most of the mountain bike brands currently on the market. Had I not participated in the Cytech program, this would all still be a dream!"
William Angle
Trail
Labs |
"During the course you were talked through every aspect of the training, showing you as a group each part of the bike, how to safely remove the part using the correct tools and how to service it.
Each and every question anyone had was thrown open to teach everything to everyone, it was not just answered to the person asking. This was great as if you were not too sure yourself you found out how to solve the fault.
As for the trainers well what can I say, they are brilliant at showing you how to do something and the way they explain the process of how to is pure class, they make it light hearted but never miss a point, it makes taking it all in very easy and if you’re not too sure they will come to your station and go through it again. Great guys, with a great attitude to what they are doing.
I could go on and on but to say that the Cytech course is just to teach you cycle mechanics is far from correct, it teaches you a new skill taught by professionals so you can go and start a business like I did, I now run Injured Cycle Repairs in Strathclyde.
I would tell anyone who is thinking of doing this, go Cytech and learn from the best!"
Eric Paterson
Injured Cycle Repairs |
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| of candidates rate the course as good or excellent |
"Despite having over 25 years of experience in the bike trade, both on the shop floor and in
the workshop, the Cytech technical two course provided our shop manager with a comprehensive underpinning of knowledge to his existing experience.
Whilst further installing confidence in how our workshop could and should operate.
Throughout all of the various interactions we have had with Cytech and ATG Training, from
administrative processes to training and assessments, they have proved themselves to be a company and a team of people we can and do trust. I would
further go to say that they have had a significant influence in the success of Bay Cycles. Consequently, I would have no hesitation in recommending
ATG Training and their delivery of Cytech training and apprenticeships to others."
Lisa Gubby
Bay
Cycles |
| EXTERNAL BLOG POSTS |
"Back to School: Cytech’s Bike Mechanics Course"
"... Even just from the online course, I quickly learnt how little I really knew about my bike, and I began to worry. Greases, oils, lubes, hazardous chemicals, and even correctly changing an inner tube and checking tyres, it was all new to me. With my notebook and pen, I jotted down everything I didn’t know… which was about 90% of the material..."
Continue reading...
"Bike Mechanics: An Unprecedented Qualification in Confidence"
"... There's something highly rewarding about being considered a bike mechanic. Perhaps it's because it's a skill that I couldn't read and study my way out of, or perhaps it's because there was always a quiet self-doubting whisper that had finally been silenced. Either way, I was so stoked to go home that day and strip a friend's old fixie bike for a service and rebuild..."
Continue reading...
"7 Irrefutable Reasons to Learn Bike Mechanics"
"... A few months on, I caught up with Stephanie to see how she was getting on and how her Cytech qualification had helped her…
“Going back to work [after Cytech training] was great as I had a better understanding of how to spot faults in bikes and how to fix them. Since I qualified, I have noticed that when a senior mechanic checks my work, there are much fewer things that I’ve missed which in itself makes me feel a lot more confident – although, over the past few months there have been very few times when I’ve missed something!”..."
Continue reading...
Jessica Strange
Total Women's Cycling & Velo Me |
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Cytech home mechanic
Activate Cycle Academy, UK
"I did it to be better at bike maintenance and look after my bike better. This is did very well. Really helpful demystify bike maintenance and repairs and will help me get started more seriously getting a tool kit together and doing my own repairs. Very practical. Excellent all round." - Tom Blomley, October 2021
"Loved the course. It’s ok to ask stupid questions and not so stupid questions. Great environment and fab trainers. Looking for the next Cytech course to carry out." - Rob Thomas, October 2021
"This course totally exceeded my expectations. From the facilities to the tools and equipment, everything was of an exceptionally high standard. The training delivery was superb and I learned a huge amount more than I thought I would. Many thanks to Mike for his excellent delivery and humour. I would highly recommend this training." - Damian Walton, August 2021
Spokes People, UK
"A much more personalised guide to bike maintenance - way better than looking at internet videos or books." - Oscar Blanco, July 2021
"Very comprehensive coverage for a 2 day course." - David Rider, July 2021
"Really enjoyed days they flew by but I now feel more confident in my home repairs." - Colin Peters, November 2020
Torq Zone Academy, South Africa
"Well structured and has given me confidence to tackle maintenance work on my bike. Something every cyclist should do." - Bradley Salters, September 2021
"Most useful training received and hands on . A most definite course for any serious cyclist." - Leon Nepgen, May 2021
"This was the most professional and effective course i been on. THANK YOU SO MUCH!" - Gerhardt Van Niekerk, November 2020
Cytech technical one
Activate Cycle Academy, UK
"Well equipped workshop, good subject coverage and good mix of hands-on and theory. Mike made the subjects very interesting, and he was happy to tackle any questions throughout. I'd recommend this to any would-be cycle mechanic, and I was gratified to find that many of our local shops have Cytech qualified mechanics on board." - Paul Kelly, October 2021
"Very enjoyable course, well delivered in a good environment with excellent tools and equipment. Charlie’s delivery of the course was one of the highlights. Procedures were well explained and demonstrated, he was always on hand to go through any questions we had. Good insights into the industry and great ideas on how to excel with your customers, going the extra mile." - Neil Atkinson, October 2021
"I enjoyed the course very much. I was put on this course by my employer and found the whole experience very good. Clean college, facilities, workshop and tools etc...very informative trainer who seemed very knowledgeable about bikes and knew what he was doing. Would recommend for sure. Thank you." - Christopher Dale, October 2021
Spokes People, UK
"Great starting point for those who are starting and for those who already have the know how but want to know more about the industry standards. Lee goes further and teaches things that are not in the programme." - Carlos Frederico Marchetti, September 2021
"Lee was an excellent trainer, extremely knowledgeable and patient in helping us get to grips with the content. The course was really great, instructive and enjoyable, it exceeded my expectations, now just need to get some more hands on experience before I come back for Technical two." - Paul Ryan, July 2021
"I would highly recommend the course. Very detailed and informative. Lee was great. Very knowledgable and approachable. I can’t say enough good things about the course and how it was run. I also learnt a thing or two! Lee was very helpful and very thorough." - Paul Cooke, June 2021
Torq Zone Academy, South Africa
"Very happy with the course, not just replacing components but learning how to problem solve, and repair, fix or replace as we understand what is relevant. Thanks, encouraged by what I've learnt so far." - Mark Hugo, September 2021
"High quality, friendly lecturer which is very informative and patient. Top class experience!" - Ricardo Braz, September 2021
"Most definitely the best training I have ever had. Absolute pleasure to attend such good world class training!" - Wynand Bezuidenhout, August 2021
Whistler Adventure School, Canada
"Chris was incredibly knowledgeable, as well as an excellent, patient teacher." - Aaron Berke, August 2021
"There was a lot of material covered and the technical practice with reference material is a structured way to learn. Chris was great at explaining everything and breaking down the information so that it wasn't too much at once. His method of teaching build on reference material and was very thorough. He was attentive and provided good guidance during practical time. The tools and equipment at WAS were great. We got exposure to all tools referenced in the material." - Terra Nicholas, August 2021
"Had a awesome time! Chris was great, super knowledgeable. The small concentrated group made learning easy and quick. The tools and materials were professional and clean." - Landen Kunz, April 2021
Cytech technical two
Activate Cycle Academy, UK
"Superb workshop facilities and Jim was excellent. Knowledgeable, personable and a thoroughly great bloke. I've attended hundreds of courses over 30yrs as a police officer. Jim's methods, delivery and enthusiasm for the subject are off the scale. He has a gift ref reaching and reading the room. Many thanks Jim." - Kevin Hoyland, October 2021
"Amazing, cannot fault. Was everything and more that I had expected. I learnt way more than I thought, and left really confident with my skills. Mike was amazing! 100% if I come back for Cytech technical three I'd like Mike to deliver the course. He was fantastic with time management, giving us time to practice, watch videos, have breaks, and ask questions. He is super knowledgeable and keeps everything fun. Awesome! All tools were incredible, literally everything, and enough for us all to use and feel like it was our workshop, allowing us to take pride in our work. Lots of paper for all our notes taken too. Everything excellent. Cannot fault! The whole Cytech team was amazing. I had a great time with the whole class, amazing people. Cannot recommend Mike enough!" - Tobias Hussey, October 2021
"Really great course which covered all the topics in a relaxed manner. Mike at Oxford was really helpful and made the course both informative and enjoyable. Great workshop area with all the appropriate tools. A great course that was both challenging and enjoyable. I cannot fault the trainer or the workshop, both were excellent." - Piran Borlase-hendry, October 2021
Spokes People, UK
"Really enjoyed the course and meeting the new tutors. They are very professional and approachable and I'm looking forward to enlisting on some more courses down the line. I have seen now there is an e-bike as well as Technical three that I would be interested in." - Maxine Brown, October 2021
"Good pace of learning which took into account all levels of experience. Very knowledgeable and approachable. Lots of good information. Everyone had the same access to the same collection of tools and rotated through the different types equipment being trained on." - Mark Mitchell, October 2021
"Having undertaken Cytech technical one and two within weeks of each other, I can't wait to get stuck into Cytech technical three now. My only dilemma is which Cytech three course to do first! The Cytech training courses are first rate and are led by seasoned professionals who clearly still love what they do. Their passion for all things cycling is undoubtably infectious. I'm in no doubt it's rubbed off on me....." - Simon Lenton, August 2021
Torq Zone Academy, South Africa
"Great course, very professionally executed." - Robert Hartzenberg, April, 2021
"Graeme is extremely hands on, and patient. Always ready to assist and guide you through the process if and when you get stuck. Really enjoyed the course, it was extremely informative and I learnt a lot." - Ammaar Gangat, April 2021
"I really enjoyed Technical two and learning the skills of being a bicycle technician. I have a new respect for any bicycle technician out there. I can't wait to get into practice. Graeme was fantastic, his approach and the way he conducts each bit of this course is PERFECT, easy to learn the skills from his teachings." - Kyle Petersen, March 2021
Whistler Adventure School, Canada
"Chris was fantastic. Good explanation, building knowledge structure and guidance. Workshop was ideal and followed standards." - Terra Nicholas, August 2021
"My wife and I are opening a bicycle service shop in Kelowna, BC. Canada. Although I have been tinkering with my bikes since I was a child I wanted to get some in depth and professional knowledge. The course was amazing and I learned so many new skills and the "correct" way to repair and service bicycles. We are now ready to open and I can't wait to do the Cytech technical three courses. Chris Clark is an excellent resource and teacher. We are opening our bike shop thanks to WAS and Cytech. www.crankysbike.ca" - Robin Carter, November 2020
Cytech technical three
Activate Cycle Academy, UK
"Lots of information from Mike who is super experienced. Lots of opportunities to apply what we learned on a wide selection of components. Lots of examples to try (brakes, forks, wheels and electronic shifting). Really pleased to have completed this training and excited to apply what I’ve learned." - Matt Bentham, October 2021
"The course content is excellent, covering all the major topics need in bike mechanics. Mike delivers the course content in a friendly & professional manner, he creates an excellent learning environment & his knowledge is excellent - he encourages students to focus on a fault finding process, which further develops the students learning skills. I would highly recommend the Cytech training to anyone that wants to develop their skill further - the training staff have in-depth knowledge of the subject & deliver the training in an easy to understand method." - Richard Greenfield, July 2021
"Really enjoyable, full of useful information and learned a lot. Matt was very knowledgable and helpful, easy to get on with and to understand what he was explaining to us and what was expected of us. Spacious, well equipped and an easy, safe environment in which to work, with a great variety of different bikes, wheels and suspension components to work on. A well structured practical course." - Damian Bramley, May 2021
Spokes People, UK
"Great course, I consider myself to know quite a bit about hydralic brakes but learnt a lot by taking the course. Great knowledge and good communication. Great guys and facilities." - Niki Hales, August 2021
"Great training facility and expert trade knowledge has helped so much. Absolutely fantastic with years of knowledge and excellent explanation to questions asked. Very comprehensive workshop." - David Chambers, July 2021
"Excellent enjoyable course." - Simon Jeffels, February 2020
Torq Zone Academy, South Africa
"The course gives clear instructions in correspondence with manufacturers specification regarding service procedures. Excellent communicator and educator. Thank you for the amazing opportunity to expand my knowledge. Superb course." - Keanan Golden, September 2021
"Absolutely the best most comprehensive training I have ever attended. Well done Graham I thoroughly enjoyed it. Look forward to the e bike course in the future." - Wynand Bezuidenhout, August 2021
"Great course that teaches you everything you need to know about road and mountain bikes of every range." - Oliver Hass, March 2021
Cytech technical e-bike
Activate Cycle Academy, UK
"It's not just the excellent training material and course structure, or the enthusiastic trainers. There's no substitute for the opportunity to get together with other mechanics to learn, exchange ideas and experiences, and to get your hands on products which you can take apart to understand how they work." - Stuart Metcalfe, October 2021
"This was a great bit of training done by Michael as he covered all types ebike for types of bike technicians in such a sort time. Great location, Great facilities and a Fantastic trainer." - Tim Brown, October 2021
"A well structured course with excellent reading materials and practical demonstrations. Mike, as always, teaches in a well paced and informative manner plus also uses his vast experience to provide helpful tips and tricks not always supplied in the manufacturers manuals. His approach is friendly and humorous to make learning fun! The lack of available spaces is a clear indication of the quality and reputation of the Cytech courses. Difficult to book onto which isn't a criticism, just a result of the reputation of the courses and the quality instructors." - Stuart McIntosh, September 2021
