Bike East Bay’s award-winning bicycle education program is offering both online and in-person classes, so register for a FREE workshop, access online blog posts and resources, and have fun on every bike trip!
EVERYTHING IS ABSOLUTELY FREE, BUT YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER!
Thanks to AS&R’s Fiscal Sponsor, Bike East Bay, for running these valuable classes.
MORE TO COME – CHECK THIS SPACE!
BIKE SHARE 101 WORKSHOP & GROUP RIDE
July 24 @ 5 pm – 7 pm
Sports Basement Berkeley – 2727 Milvia St.
Curious about trying out a Bay Wheels bike? Come learn about the East Bay’s bike share system and take a ride with Bike East Bay!
Join us to learn about Bay Wheels bike share, its reduced-rate program, and essential safety tips and need-to-knows for getting around the city by bike! We’ll meet in the library for the first half of the program and then roll out for a group ride on BayWheels e-bikes!
Bay Wheels requires riders to be 18 or older.
Free helmets and a Bay Wheels monthly membership for all registered attendees! Our workshop is limited to 20 participants—register early to secure your spot.
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ADULT LEARN-TO-RIDE CLASS
July 26 @ 10:30am – 1:30 pm
Concord BART Parking Lot (37°58’17.3″N 122°01’46.3″W) – 1255 Mesa St, Concord, CA 94518, Concord, CA
This is a class for adults or teens who have either not yet learned how to ride a bike, or learned a long time ago but want a refresher on the basics of balancing, pedaling and steering. Our trained instructors are friendly, patient, and will help you get off to a great start in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
A working bicycle is required in order to participate in this class. A limited number of bikes are available to rent for $30. We prefer that attendees bring their own equipment, so please only request a rental if you do not have access to a bike. Any rentals require a reservation.
This workshop has a very low student-to-teacher ratio. If the class is full, you can be added to the wait list or be notified about future sessions as they are added.
This class is made possible through funding by the Alameda County Transportation Commission.
FIX A FLAT WORKSHOP
July 26 @ 3 – 4:30 pm
Oakland Public Library: Temescal Branch – 5205 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland
A hands-on workshop reviewing the basic process of fixing a flat and inner tube patching.
Join Bike East Bay for an interactive, hands-on workshop where we will review the basic process of fixing a flat and inner tube patching, as well as strategies to avoid flats. Bring your own flat tire or use one of our class demos! No prior experience is necessary to attend this class.
This class is made possible via funding from the Alameda County Transportation Commission.
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URBAN CYCLING 101 – DAY 2 ROAD CLASS
September 7 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Hayward BART Station Parking Lot: 37°40’11.8″N 122°05’19.2″W (B St and Grand St) – 699 B Street, Hayward
We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors to improve your bike handling skills, emergency maneuvers, and ability to confidently and safely bike on all types of streets and pathways. Participants who participate in classes will receive a free pair of bike lights!
This class will be split into two parts, as follows:
*Part 1, On-the-bike drills (2 Hours) : This first section includes a group orientation then an on-bike session in a controlled environment like a parking lot or playground blacktop, practicing bike handling and hazard avoidance skills in a relaxed setting.
*Part 2, On-road group practice (2 Hours): For this second section instructors will take participants out on the road around nearby neighborhoods, streets, and paths, practicing our skills drills in a real world environment.
Attending one of our “Day 1” Urban Cycling 101: Classroom Workshops or equivalent LAB Smart Cycling course is a prerequisite for the Urban Cycling 101: Day 2 Road Class.
If this class is full, you can be added to the wait list or be notified about future sessions as they are added.
Please bring:
*A functional bicycle.
*Helmet is strongly recommended, and required for students under 18.
*Snacks, water, and sunscreen.
Ages 15 and up only. Any minors joining us for this class must be accompanied by an adult who is also participating in the class, and both must be registered individually. Students under 18 must wear a helmet. This is not a learn-to-ride class, and all participants are expected to be comfortable with the basics of balancing, pedaling, and steering.
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Sign up for Bike East Bay’s notification list to get an update once additional classes are available, or fill out the class application form to request a free class for your East Bay group or organization.
