Cytech will raise standard of mechanics in SA, say industry pros
Posted on in Cycles News
Former professional cyclists have praised the introduction of Cytech in South Africa, as Torq Zone Academy showcase the training on cycling TV show, Super Cycling.
Predicting big things for Cytech, Torq Zone academy are confident that a training programme rolled out across the country - and globally - will help the cycling industry thrive by ensuring qualified technicians are available to fill the growing number of job vacancies in the trade.
The full segment dedicated to Torq Zone Academy, as featured on the show, can be seen in the video below.
Andrew McLean and Owen Hannie - both ex-pro cyclists - regularly feature on Super Cycling and are now heavily involved in the local cycling industry in South Africa. The industry experts have praised Cytech training as a much needed programme, recognising that a Cytech qualification will allow budding technicians to gain entry into the industry - something that wasn't possible prior to a national qualification being made available.
On the show, Mclean commented "Every store in South Africa is looking desperately for good mechanics. The quicker [Cytech] is rolled out, the quicker the standard will improve and the better it will be for everybody".
To find out more about Cytech South Africa, visit the Torq Zone website.
Following the success of the South Africa launch, further expansion is planned outside of England, with discussions progressing with 4 other countries currently, alongside the development of more UK training locations in 2015.
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