Torq Zone Academy (TZA) continues to lead in equipping aspiring bicycle mechanics with essential skills tailored to meet industry demands. The approach of TZA is two-fold: ensure that the cycling industry has access to qualified, competent mechanics, and provide a learning pathway that empowers individuals with the skills and confidence to thrive in the trade. The results are evident in the feedback from recent learners.
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“The course provided insight into general purpose best practice,” said Mohamed (Nov ’24). “It was an excellent course. It would be even better if we could arrange a nationwide apprenticeship system,” he later added (Dec ’24), highlighting the growing call from the bicycle industry for structured workplace and work-relevant learning.
For Monique (Dec ’24), the course was transformative. “It was a great experience to disassemble the bikes and parts and rebuild them. I gained a lot of confidence and I’m looking forward to using this info in the workshop.”
This confidence boost is a common theme. Collins (Feb ’25) shared, “During the course, we were talked through every aspect of the training—each part of the bike, how to safely remove the parts using the correct tools, and how to service it.”
Pressmore (Feb ’25) summed it up plainly but powerfully: “I learned a lot of stuff that I did not know about bikes.”
According to Cade (Mar ’25), the course was “very well thought out, with good time management and top-quality demonstrations.” That level of planning and delivery is a hallmark of the TZA learning experience.
And for newcomers to the industry like Liyema (Jun ’25), the course offered an ideal foundation: “The course is the best entry-level training, and it is packed with the information one needs to pursue a career in bike mechanics.”
Through its adoption of National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and Qualification Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) occupational qualifications standards, and alignment with the international Cytech Technical benchmarks, TZA ensures that learners graduate with portable, respected credentials.
Also, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) offers skilled bicycle technicians the advantage of formal recognition and certification for their existing expertise and experience, facilitating career progression and enhanced professional credibility.
Through all the above, the Academy is not only addressing skills shortages in the cycling service and repair sector – it is unlocking job opportunities, supporting entrepreneurship, and raising the overall level in the South African bicycle servicing and repair industry.
Whether you are a young enthusiast eager to break into the trade, and experienced technician, or a cycling shop owner wanting to upskill your team, TZA is where your journey to professionalism begins.
To find out more about TZA training programmes, contact Graeme on WhatsApp at 082 850 0115, email graeme@torqzone.co.za, or visit www.torqzoneacademy.com.
For the month of July 2025 Cytech is running a discount of R800 on their entry level, online theory course, Cytech Technical One Theory Online. Signing up is easy. Simply visit the enrolment page here and use the promo code TDF800 at checkout to receive your discount. Payment is via card through the portal.
