Our Crew

Just as our project is unique and original – every single member of our crew is an individual that we ask to bring something original and exciting to the project along with their enthusiasm

Our Talented Crew Members

All of our crew are as important as our riders. If one of our riders stands on the podium, it will only have been achieved with every member of the collaboration performing at their best.

If you have a specific skill, bags of enthusiasm and are aged 16+, then there is almost certainly a role for you on the project.

If you do join us, you can expect to be supported in accessing:

1:1 mentoring

Every member of the crew will be allocated an adult, a critical friend who will listen to and guide you on a regular basis throughout the year.

A safe space to be you

Whether online, in-person or at races, everyone on the project will have a safe space to be discover who they really are and to be authentic.

Qualified adults

The project is run by qualiifed and experienced adults who are there to help you get the most from your time on the ‘Crew’.

Real-world opportunties

Everything you do on the project will contribute toward making the only MTB race team run by school pupils function as well as professional teams.

Opportunities to travel

With races happening across Scotland, you will be invited to crew at your nearest ones and be part of an exciting race weekend.

Relevant industry training

Whatever your skillset and passion, we endeavour to find industry experts to train and mentor you as you build your skills and confidence.

Jane

Mechanic

Wade

Sports Coach

Esther

Psychologist

Cameron

Caterer

Sally

Phsio

Mark

Caterer

Niamh

Hospitality

Donald

Mechanic

Sarah

Web designer

Matthew

Social Influencer

Martha

Video / Editor

Osian

Videographer

Isabel

Hospitality

Scott

Director / Producer

Karen

Creative Media

William

Photographer

Join us today and unlock your potential

Don’t wait any longer: Applications are open throughout the year.
Download the form, answer the questions to tell us about yourself and send it back to us. We’ll look at every application and get back to you.

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Our Crew At Work

With crew members in high schools across Scotland, we have a diversity of young adults contributing to our collaboration.
Peek behind the scenes as we celebrate the hard work and commitment they bring to make the project successful.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are thinking about applying for a place on the 2SF.UK crew, there are a few things you need to know first. These FAQ’s will help you decide if you can, and should, apply:

Can I apply?

If you live in rural Scotland and attend a rural Scottish High School, then you can apply. You do need to be 16+ and live in a Scottish town or city with a population less than 40,000.
A significant aim of our project is to reduce disparity of opportunity and rural isolation in Scotland and bring those who may be struggling together with a real purpose.

What speciality do I need?

We are looking for anyone who will commit to working on the project and wants to see it succeed as much as we do. Sports coaches, psychologists, photographers, videographers, social media stars, marketing, catering, website designers, radio broadcasters are obvious matches, but there are roles way beyond these obvious ones.

My area of interest is not mentioned?

That’s probably because I didn’t think to put it in the list and not because we don’t want your skills!
Practically every subject taught in Scottish High Schools could have a place on 2SF.UK. Some will be more frequently called upon than others, but your contribution will be as valued as anyone’s and
Please download the form and apply but state what your area of interest and expertise is.

What commitment do I have to make?

Everything we offer will be by ‘invitation’, so you join us as much as you feel you can or want to. We expect that you will commit to an online 1:1 every two-weeks as a minimum.
The online training sessions, race weekend attendence, remote working, are all optional for the crew but we hope you will see their value and join us as often as you can; onine and in-person.

How and when do I apply?

Download the ‘Register an interest‘ form and tell us your areas of interest. Answer teh questions so we get a feel for the person you are and tell us a little about yourself and your interests. We aim to start recruiting crew after this year’s race season is over – probably sometime in late-October, 2025.

Any other questions?

If you have any other questions, please head to the contact form and send us a message through that. We’ll get back to you and make sure you have enough information to decide whether this is for you or not.

The Big Picture

Every aspect of the collaboration will be run from the bottom up by and for the young people on the project.

Ride and Rise Youth programme (14-16 yrs receive all training but not racing)
The Support Crew, the largest group (14+, but 16+ to attend training and events)
Junior Development Riders (16-18 yrs, will attend races and events)
Our Senior Squad (18+, full race support, training and apprenticeships)
The adults who deliver elements of the programme

Overall Structure

There are broadly five groups working on the project that overlap significantly but have unique identities:

Ride and Rise Youth programme (14-16 yrs receive all training but not racing)
The Support Crew, the largest group (14+, but 16+ to attend training and events)
Junior Development Riders (16-18 yrs, will attend races and events)
Our Senior Squad (18+, full race support, training and apprenticeships)
The adults who administer and deliver elements of the programme

The 2SF Crew

The largest group who contribute the most to delivering the project by bringing their enthusiasm and interests. These young people keep the collaboration running and the riders on track. Literally…

Creative media: Photographers, videographers, directors,etc.
Technology: Mechanics, motor technicians, CAD designers etc.
Computing: Website and graphic designers, social media stars, etc.
Hospitality: Catering, Sports nutrition, Front of house, etc.
Sports: Coaches, Fitness trainers, Mental health, Psychologists, etc.
Business: Marketing strategists, Public relations: Press/radio, Finance, etc.