Get the confidence and skills you need to bike around our community by taking a Smart Cycling class!
Many people like the idea of biking more, but they don’t feel safe mixing it up with cars. In this class, students will learn the rules of the road and proper roadway position. We’ll examine safe cycling techniques and ways to make cycling easier and more enjoyable. The class will incorporate classroom learning, parking lot maneuvering drills and a short group ride navigating different traffic scenarios.
WHEN:
- Monday May 11th 6-8:30pm
- Sunday June 14 10am-12:30pm
- Thursday July 9th 6-8:30pm
- Saturday Aug 15th 10am-12:30pm
- Sunday Sep 13th 10am-12:30pm
MEETING POINT: Reconnect Rochester’s office downtown: 400 Andrews Street, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14604
COST: $10 (If payment is an impediment, folks can register for free by emailing Jesse jesse@reconnectrochester.org)
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Children under 16 are required to take the class with a parent or legal guardian.
- These classes are for folks who already know how to balance and ride a bike. For more information on private learn-to-ride classes, contact cycling@ReconnectRochester.org.
- Participants must come with their own bike.
- Participants must wear a helmet.
- The class will go on rain or shine. In the event of rain, the classroom portion will be extended to cover more Smart Cycling curriculum.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Jesse Peers at jesse@ReconnectRochester.org or 585-270-1095.
