The main steps in learning to ring are:

• Be shown how a bell works and be briefed on learning safely
• Learn in stages how to control a bell
• Practice this until you can handle the bell safely and stop it when required
• Start to ring with others and learn to ring your bell at the right time and speed
• Learn to hear when your bell rings and to adjust the timing accordingly
• Learn to change position with other bells when instructed
• Take your first steps in change-ringing.

The Association of Ringing Teachers has a scheme called ‘Learning the Ropes’ with booklets to chart your progress.

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