Riding a velodrome is a unique experience. From pedalling a fixed gear, brakeless bike to the buzz of riding the banking, cycling on the same track as your heroes is a buzz.

There are now four indoor UK velodromes, from Glasgow to Newport, with a fifth opening in Derby soon. The Lee Valley VeloPark in London offers women’s only sessions, while others assure us women tend to enjoy the challenge of mixed sessions. And unlike road cycling, even if you are a bit on the slow side and get dropped it’s hard to lose sight of the group.

There are also a selection of outdoor velodromes – we’ve included Herne Hill Velodrome and York here, both of which are running women’s only sessions.

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Lee Valley Velodrome to Hold Women Only Track Sessions

If you’re not used to riding fixed, or clipping in, don’t worry – coaches tailor taster sessions for absolute beginners – so long as you can ride a bike.

So, whether you just fancy trying the track or intend to take on the world, a usually one hour taster session will teach you the basics of track riding, so by the end not only will you will be able to handle a track bike, you’ll know your Cote d’Azure from your stayer’s line.

Should you want to keep turning left, the four stage track accreditation course is your gateway to more track training sessions, and track leagues for the super keen.