What is it?
We all know that when the darker nights arrive, outdoor rides become harder to fit in and sometimes sitting on Zwift on your own can be a little dull.
The Base Fitness Cycling Club is here to give you a simple way to stay consistent, connected and improve your bike fitness over winter.
We aim to combine Zwift training sessions, Zwift group rides and (optional) in-person training at Base Fitness. The aim to be that you can enjoy your winter training and return to the roads in spring fitter, stronger and more confident.
Is This for You?
· You enjoy cycling outdoors in spring and summer but find it harder to stay consistent in winter.
· You already use Zwift, or would like to, but want more structure than riding on your own.
· You train better with a regular routine, a friendly group and a bit of accountability.
· You want to build fitness, confidence and momentum before the next outdoor season begins.
What’s Included
Full membership is £45 per month and gives you a balanced mix of gym-based training, structured Zwift workouts, social rides and coaching support.
· 4 classes per month at Base Fitness gym.
· 4 structured Zwift group training sessions per month.
· 4 Zwift group rides per month.
· Group chat during rides via Discord.
· Accountability to help you stay consistent.
· Ongoing coaching support when you need guidance.
Prefer Online Only?
If you want to join the winter rides but don’t need the gym sessions, you can choose the online-only option for £20 per month. This gives you access to the weekly online training sessions, group rides and all the support and accountability you need.
Weekly Ride Schedule
The winter training block starts on Monday 5th October and runs through to the end of March. However if you miss the start of the block you can join us at any time.
There will be some disruption over Christmas however we won't stop completely.
Mondays - 6:30pm
Structured group workout, FTP test or race
-Build fitness with focused training, measurable progression and occasional race-style intensity.
Thursdays - 6:30pm
Casual group ride - with a few bonus options
-Ride at a social pace, catch up with the community and take part in optional sprint or KOM challenges on the day.
Weekly Gym Classes
Strong cyclists are not built on the bike alone. The weekly gym classes are designed to help you move better, build strength and improve the kind of fitness that supports your riding when you get back outdoors.
At Base Fitness, our classes focus on building strength, improving core stability, developing mobility and moving your body in ways that cycling does not always ask of you. Sessions may include strength training, functional movement and Pilates-style work, helping you become more balanced, resilient and confident both on and off the bike.
You can choose which four classes you attend per month and with sixteen classes a week at our Base Fitness studio in Dunblane you won't be short on choice.
Head to the Classes page to see our full timetable.
Why You’ll Enjoy It
The club is built around the things that make winter training easier to stick with: a clear plan, regular sessions and other riders showing up alongside you. Monday workouts give you purposeful training and measurable progress, while Thursday rides keep cycling social with a relaxed pace, friendly chat and optional sprint or KOM challenges.
Meet Your Coach
The club is led by Ian Letton of Base Fitness. Ian has 12 years’ experience as a personal trainer and strength coach, many years in mountain biking, triathlon and Ironman events, and six years of Zwift riding and racing.
That means you’ll be supported by someone who understands fitness, indoor training and cycling culture, and who can help you train in a way that is realistic, enjoyable and effective.
What You’ll Get from Joining
· A simple weekly routine to keep you riding through winter.
· More motivation and accountability than training alone.
· A supportive cycling community based around Base Fitness.
· A mix of focused workouts, social rides and fun challenges.
· Better preparation for the next outdoor cycling season.
· Access to coaching support from an experienced PT, Ironman and Zwift rider.