It’s easy to take the ability to ride a bike for granted. We even say something we’ll never forget how to do is as easy as riding a bike. Yet many of us know someone who has never learned to ride a bike. Soon, they’ll have the opportunity to learn with trained instructors. Also, do you think teaching people this important life skill is something you’d like to do? They need instructors too, and they’ll train you. What could make this opportunity even better? It’s free!
The class is also open to those who used to ride, but don’t feel confident on a bike anymore and would like a refresher to get out there again. From the notification:
“In this class, you’ll learn:
Basic bike riding skills, including starting, stopping, steering, and balancing
How to adjust a bike helmet for appropriate fit
How to adjust a bike’s seat to your height
Bikes and helmets are provided for all participants.
*A parent must be present throughout the class if a participant is a minor (under 19 years old).”
The training sessions are co-sponsored by UNL’s Outdoor Adventures and Bike Walk Nebraska. This class is a part the Nebraska Equity in Active Transportation (NEAT) initiative which is funded by the Omaha Community Foundation.
When: The first class will be September 5. Instructor training will take place from 4:00 to 5:30, followed by the learn-to-ride class from 6:00 to 8:00. The class is for adults and teens 15+. Instructors must attend both sessions. A second session for learning to ride only will be October 6 at the same location and time.
Where: 1845 N 42nd St, across E Campus Loop from UNL College of Law.
You must register so as to know how many bikes to bring.
Learn more about the classes and register here for the learn-to-ride classes, and here for instructor training.
Did you know that there are some in our community who love to bike but are physically unable to do so because of a disability? I know of at least one and possibly more who look for cyclists to take them out on a tandem or sidecar where they can once again enjoy a good pedal-about with the power or eyes of another cyclist. if this seems like something you would like to check into, contact BicycLincoln for more information.