LENGTH OF COURSE STUDY
5 days
COURSE HOURS
40 hours
COURSE CREDENTIAL
Cytech Accredited Training Provider
The Advanced Bike Mechanic is a combined weeklong course that consists of all the Cytech Technical 3 modules, which are Wheel Building, Suspension, Hydraulic brakes and Electronic Gear Systems. This course builds upon the knowledge learned in the Professional Mechanic course and provides training on more technical tasks for experienced mechanics.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must have Cytech Technical 2 certification, or have completed Home Mechanic and have instructor approval. Current shop mechanics may submit resume for instructor approval.
CLASS SIZE
4-6 students per course
WANT TO SPLIT UP YOUR LEARNING?
To register for each Cytech certification independently, please inquire via email or phone.
FUNDING MAY BE AVAILABLE
Are you looking to gain employment in a shop, or send your employees for skills upgrading? Grants are available. Contact for more information.
INTERESTED IN A CUSTOM COURSE?
Please inquire for a custom course for you, your friends or your employees directly via email or phone
WAS is an RESP-eligible training provider and can provide form T2202 Education Expense receipts for tax returns.
SINGLE COURSE COSTS
| Course | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,700 CAD + gst |
| Text book | $25 CAD + pst/gst |
| Material Fees | $150 CAD + pst/gst |
The Advanced Bicycle Mechanic Technical Three course is designed for experienced bicycle mechanics who are already working confidently in professional workshop environments and are ready to progress to the highest level of technical competence. This course is ideal for full-time shop mechanics, lead mechanics, service managers, and senior technicians who regularly work on modern, high-performance road, gravel, and mountain bikes.
Participants should already have a strong foundation in bicycle mechanics and be comfortable with advanced service procedures. This course is for mechanics who want to refine their diagnostic ability, deepen their understanding of complex systems, and service bicycles to an elite professional standard. It’s particularly suited to those looking to increase responsibility within a workshop, pursue senior technical roles, or gain internationally recognized Cytech certification at the advanced level.
This course is for mechanics who don’t just fix bikes, but want to understand them completely, work efficiently under pressure, and deliver consistently excellent service in demanding real-world conditions.
Technical Three Modules
Suspension: Service and setup of forks, rear shocks, and hydraulic dropper posts, including lower leg oil changes, air spring and damper systems, and complete rebuilds.
Advanced Wheel Building: Complex lacing patterns, spoke length calculations for offset rims and fat bikes, and high-end builds using proper spoke tension measurement.
Electronic Gear Systems: Installation, configuration, fault diagnosis, and rider-specific setup of modern electronic shifting systems using both on-bike and PC-based methods.
Hydraulic Brakes: Brand-specific bleed procedures, component maintenance, and complete service of hydraulic disc brake systems for both road and MTB applications.
Gain an advanced level of professional bike mechanic skills to specialize in more technical service tasks. Continue growing your knowledge and progressing your career!
Graduates are eligible to book space during Open Shop days to continue developing their skills.
Don’t have time to dedicate a full week? Only need to learn a specific skill? These modules may be taken individually if a student prefers. Contact us to discuss options, dates and registration.
- 2-day Advanced Wheel Building
- 2-day Suspension
- 1-day Hydraulic Brakes and Electronic Gear Systems