Check the weather and alter the plan according to the weather.
For skills training, secure a paved location with minimal car and pedestrian traffic access, minimal obstacles to riding (e.g., speed bumps, curbs and light poles) and a smooth surface. A large parking lot may be ideal. A grassy playing field may be appropriate for some skill work.
For endurance training, select a route with minimal traffic and smooth pavement. Routes should be pre-measured for mileage.
Assign assistant coaches their roles and responsibilities in accordance with your training plan.
Include appropriate time for equipment inspection and safety check.
Organize skill stations by ability and have all equipment and stations prepared before the athletes arrive. No one should be standing around while you arrange things.
Introduce and acknowledge coaches and athletes.
Review intended training session with everyone. Keep athletes informed of changes in schedule or activities.
Group the athletes by ability.
Demonstrate the sports skill as frequently as possible.
Devote a part of each training session to group activity.
If an activity is going well, it is often useful to stop the activity while interest is high.
Devote the end of practice to a group activity that can incorporate challenge and fun, always giving the athletes something to look forward to at the end of practice.
If a cyclist joins the team after training has begun, skill assessment should be done.
Summarize the session and announce arrangements for next session.
