Bike Skills Classes

Safe City Cycling class

Safe City Cycling (SCC) is designed to teach adult cyclists how to use a bicycle with confidence and competence for pleasure, utility, and sport under various road, climate, terrain, and traffic conditions. This class involves in-class learning, as well as parking lot practice drills and maneuvers and on-the-road practice with certified instructors.

This is the on-bike portion of the class. Those who sign up, will be provided a virtual link for the classroom portion sent in advance.

Students must provide their own bicycle and helmet. Helmets are required for this portion of the class.

This class is $30 per adult.

The most recent class was a success!

We had 6 students. The class took place on:  Sunday November 5th, 2023 at 1pm – 5pm at Bike Walk Wichita, 325 N St Francis, 67202.

More future SCC classes will be scheduled depending on public interest for this class.  A minimum of five students is required per SCC class.

If you are interested in attending this class and would like to see Bike Walk Wichita schedule another Safe City Cycling class,
Email:  education@bikewalkwichita.org

Ready to Roll class – WomenBikeICT

Ready To Roll, is a hands‐on class that will help you feel confident that your bike is ready to roll. Nobody wants to be stranded on the side of the road!

At this time, there is no Ready-to-Roll class scheduled.

During the class, a ReCycle Coordinator and certified bike mechanic will guide you through an understanding of the basic systems of your bike including tires and wheels; brakes; drivetrain (chain, gears, derailleurs). You’ll have the knowledge to get your bike ready for riding, and the know-how to keep yourself rolling!

The class is $15/person and space is limited.

This class is for women, anyone identifying female, and non-gendered friends.

Also, If interested, sign up to volunteer below to help setup the class an hour before. Also volunteer as an Instructor Assistant:

Bike Walk Wichita™ offers a variety of classes to help anyone who would like to learn to ride a bike, or to become a more confident cyclist. These classes are part of the League of American Bicyclists Smart Cycling program and are taught by knowledgeable, certified instructors and designed to teach anyone to be safe, proficient cyclists. Whether a long-time commuter, an avid club rider, or haven’t ridden in years, these fun, fact-filled courses are sure to increase knowledge, skills, and confidence.

You can select which date you want to register for by clicking Select Options under the class name.  (if no option button is present on this page, then the class is not scheduled at this time).  Additionally, we can try and schedule a class when specifically requested as well —> email us at this link

Also, occasionally we offer some FREE Bike Skills Clinics.  Please check Bike Walk Wichita Facebook.

If you have a coupon for a free class be sure to unselect to pay the processing fee, otherwise you’ll be charged .37 cents!

Our Education Programming Includes:

Wichita By Bike

Just getting the bike out and want to ride the new paths and bike lanes more confidently? This 3 hour class offers a more limited outline than Confident City Cyclist. We start learning the basics of safe riding at our HQ, and then after practicing some skills we get out on some of the bike lanes and paths near Bike Walk Wichita, such as 1st and 2nd streets and the Redbud Trail.

Yoga for Cyclists

The slouched posture and repetitive nature of riding can take its toll on the body. Yoga is an essential performance tool for cyclists to be able to gain and maintain flexibility, core strength, balance, breathing efficiency and mental focus. Cyclists may be less prone to overuse injuries with adding yoga to their cross-training. All levels of experience are welcome. A professional yoga teacher will lead the class. The registration fee will be paid to cover the instructor’s fee and the remainder (if any) will be used as a donation to the Bike Walk Wichita “ReCycle” program (refurbishing bikes to be donated to people who need a bike!)

Ready to Roll

Join us for Ready To Roll, a hands‐on class that will help you to be confident your bike is ready to roll. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bike as Bike Walk Wichita volunteers will guide them through an understanding of the basic systems of your bike including tires and wheels; brakes; drivetrain (chain, gears, derailleurs). This class will provide anyone just wanting to acquire comprehensive bicycle maintenance skills for casual riding. We’ll cover what to carry with you to be prepared, as well as equipment and skills to help you avoid mishaps that can turn your ride into a hike-a-bike adventure!

You’ll have the knowledge to get your bike ready for riding, and that you’ll be able to fix a flat tire yourself!

For more class information, and sign-up, see the “select options” button near the top of this page.  We average at least 8 Ready-to-Roll classes a year.

Bike Skills Clinics

Looking to improve your bike handling skills to help avoid issues and keep rolling? Occasionally or by requests, we offer FREE 30-minute, on-bike clinics to practice with certified Cycling Instructors.  Clinic locations vary, usually located at a city park.  Also visit our Bike Walk Wichita Facebook Events page for clinics.  Or send us a specific clinic request at —> info@bikewalkwichita.org

Safe City Cycling – Transforming Cyclists into Experts

Safe City Cycling is designed to teach adult cyclists how to use a bicycle with confidence and competence for pleasure, utility and sport under various road, climate, terrain, and traffic conditions. This class involves in-class learning, as well as parking lot drills and on-the-road practice. This serves as a prerequisite for becoming a League Certified Instructor.

Mentored Maintenance

Mentored maintenance is an opportunity to learn how to do your own bike’s maintenance or repairs guided by one-on-one assistance from experienced mechanics. Reserve your own bike tool-station for the evening and bike mechanics will be on hand to provide assistance. We can help you do anything from shifting adjustments to wheel bearing rebuilds. Some basic parts are available for sale or can be earned with volunteer hours. Feel free to check if we have the parts for your specific repair/maintenance needs.  Click on the class near top of this page for more information.

*Note, instructors are limited, (an instructor for each student). This class requires advanced registration, no walk-ins allowed, so we can ensure insructores are available. So if a particular date is not available in the specific class drop-down menu, then that means that date is not available or sold out.

Bike Commuting 101

This class is for adult cyclists who wish to explore the possibility of commuting to work or school by bike. This follow-up class to Safe City Cycling covers topics including route selection, bicycle choice, dealing with cargo and clothing, bike parking, lighting, reflection, and foul weather riding.

Long Distance Cycling

Have you wanted to participate in one of the many 100K organized cycling events in the Wichita area? Have you been considering Biking Across Kansas or RAGBRAI? Join Bike Walk Wichita for our Long Distance Cycling ICT course to build up your endurance and get ready to ride! Train side by side with League of American Bicyclists certified instructors. The ultimate goal is not to be first to cross the finish line, but to finish a 100K or 100-mile ride safely and with confidence

– 8 weeks of training rides, starting with a 20-mile ride, and concluding with a century ride (100 miles)

– The 100K training ride will be the Wicked Wind 100K organized ride. Registration for the Wicked Wind is separate from the course registration fee

– Training rides will be held on both Saturdays and Sundays if there is enough interest for both days

– Course will teach group riding skills, drafting, self-support on long rides, and road safety

– Participants should be able to ride a distance of 15 miles and maintain a 12 mph average pace at the beginning of the course

– Routes will be provided in advance, via a closed Facebook group and e-mail

For more information and to sign-up for the class, click on the “select options” button near top of this page

Group Cycling

This class is for experienced cyclists who would like to go a on a group ride. Students should first be familiar with the techniques for riding predictably on public roadways as an individual – such skills as proper lane positioning and emergency bike handling. However, cycling in a group places added responsibilities on each cyclist, so all must understand and practice the principles of group riding.

Learn to Ride

Do you want to ride a bicycle with your kids, or for fun or fitness, but don’t know how? Learn the basic skills to ride a bike in a no-pressure environment. Must be at least 16 years old.

League-certified Cycling Instructor

The LCI training seminar focuses on teaching and demonstration techniques used with future students both on the road and in the classroom. The seminar’s emphasis is on how to teach bicycle safety and skills so as to provide increased comfort and confidence for new and returning bicyclists and youth.

For general information about the League of American Bicyclists and their education programs see: http://www.bikeleague.org/ridesmart

If you are interested in scheduling a class or would like more information contact us using this form:

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