Just because people aren’t buying new bikes as frequently as before, doesn’t mean they’re not riding. If anything, the riding volume has never been this high in South Africa. And riding regularly means bicycles need maintenance, spares and repairs. Torq Zone Academy is celebrating 10 years of training bicycle technicians to the highest standard. Here’s exactly what Torq Zone Academy offers and has achieved in the past decade.
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As the cycling calendar returns to some normality in South Africa following the Covid-19 disruption, Torq Zone Academy proudly celebrates 10 years as the pioneering institution for bicycle technician training. Established as the only Cytech accredited training provider in Africa, the Academy has continually set the benchmark for technical skills and professionalism, aligning South African bicycle servicing with global standards. This milestone underlines the role of Torq Zone in transforming the cycling expertise and providing cyclists with top-tier service they can rely on.
Cytech, the internationally recognised training standard for bicycle technicians, awards Torq Zone Academy graduates a highly respected certification. Over the past decade, the Academy has trained and certified over 550 skilled technicians, whose expertise now fuels the success of workshops, retail spaces, and cycling events across the country, in Africa, and world-wide.
Adding to its prestigious credentials, Torq Zone Academy is proud to hold accreditation with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), which underlines its commitment to delivering recognised, high-quality training. The Academy offers a suite of bicycle technician qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), ensuring that its programmes meet national standards and provide students with qualifications that hold significant value in the workforce. This accreditation further cements its position as a leader in the bicycle industry, equipping graduates with robust, nationally recognised skills that open doors to opportunities across the expanding cycling sector of South Africa.
What sets Torq Zone Academy apart is its forward-thinking curriculum, designed collaboratively with seasoned industry experts and continually updated to keep pace with innovations in bike technology, while maintaining a fundamental base. The Academy is equipped with cutting-edge tools and technology that replicate real-world repair challenges, preparing students to work confidently with complex bike mechanics. The partnership with Unior bike tools, manufactured to ISO and EU standards, further enhances the hands-on learning experience.
Looking to the future, Torq Zone Academy’s vision includes expanding opportunities for rural and township-based technicians, with plans to secure national skills funding. By collaborating with initiatives like the Bicycle Empowerment Network (BEN) and Qhubeka and national and independent cycle brands and shops, Torq Zone aims to support mobility movements, enhancing access to reliable bicycles in underserved communities and promoting social and economic change.
At Torq Zone, every ride should be an unforgettable experience, powered by a perfectly tuned bicycle that reflects the expertise and dedication of its technician. As it embarks on its second decade, Torq Zone Academy remains dedicated to advancing South African cycling by producing highly skilled bicycle technicians who embody the values of excellence and professionalism of the Academy.
Here is to another decade of innovation, impact, and leadership in South Africa’s cycling industry.
For more information contact Graeme at 082 850 0115 or graeme@torqzone.co.za, or go to www.torqzoneacademy.com.
