PROJECT PAU SESSIONS
Being a better cyclist isn’t just about spending more time on the bike.
Project PAU Sessions bring together coaches, riders and experts to talk about the things that matter throughout your development as a junior cyclist. Training, racing, fuelling, recovery, preparation and everything in between.
Hosted by cycling coach Maddie Gammons alongside special guests, each session is a relaxed conversation packed with practical advice you can take away and use in your own riding.
They’re completely free and designed with junior riders aged 13 to 18 in mind. Plus, every live session will include a Q&A, giving you the chance to ask questions, get advice and put your own questions to Maddie and our guests.
Watch live. Ask questions. Take something away.
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UPCOMING SESSION TOPICS
We’ve got a full line-up of monthly sessions planned, covering everything from getting the most out of your training to preparing for your next race.
Check out our session schedule below!
SESSION ONE
Off-Season and Cyclocross
Taking a break is part of getting better.
We’ll look at why the off season matters, how cyclocross can be used as a tool for road training and how to balance a multidisciplinary approach to racing.
COMING OCTOBER
SESSION TWO
Making the Most of your Training
Training isn’t just about doing more.
We’ll break down training zones, periodisation and how to make sure the work you’re putting in is actually helping you improve.
COMING NOVEMBER
SESSION THREE
Nailing Nutrition Basics With Ed Whittaker
Good performance starts with good habits.
We’ll look at fuelling and recovery, building strong foundations and creating good eating habits off the bike, as well as what to think about when it comes to fuelling on the bike.
COMING DECEMBER
SESSION FOUR
From Youth to Junior
Moving from youth racing into the junior ranks is a big step.
We’ll be joined by a guest speaker with experience of making that transition, looking at what changed, how they found it and the key things riders should know as they move into junior racing.
COMING JANUARY
SESSION FIVE
Planning your Season
Are you wondering how much racing is too much?
We’ll look at what to consider when planning your race calendar, how to approach training alongside racing and how to manage your training and racing during stressful periods, including exam season.
COMING FEBRUARY
SESSION SIX
Be Prepared
Race day starts before you get to the start line.
We’ll cover what your training should look like coming into a race, what you need to bring, the things worth thinking about before you arrive and some key tactical knowledge to have in your back pocket.
COMING MARCH
Meet the Coach: Maddie Gammons
She’s competed across the world in multiple disciplines and is now excited to support the next generation of riders as a coach for Team PAU.
Check out Maddie’s Meet the Coach video here!