Bike Week is an annual celebration of cycling, held in partnership with Cycling UK, with the aim of encouraging more people to cycle more often. It is never too early and certainly never too late to get on your bike! More people than ever are choosing to cycle, yet not everyone is confident about being able to cycle safely on busy roads.
Whether you're learning to ride a bike for the first time, wanting to polish up on your skills , or want your little one to feel confident on two wheels, our free Bike Week 2023 cycling courses at Colindale Gardens on Saturday 10 June could be just what you’re looking for. We're even throwing in a delicious packed lunch!
Cycling is an excellent way to promote physical and mental well-being, and Bike Week provides a unique opportunity to highlight the benefits of cycling and the joys of being outdoors. It's a low-impact exercise that's suitable for all ages, and it's an eco-friendly mode of transportation that can help reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. We hope that our Bike Week event will inspire more people to take up cycling and enjoy the many benefits that come with it.
These sessions will be run by Blue Cycle, a Bikeability-approved trainer, and will be available for up to six attendees for the adult session and up to 10 attendees for the children’s sessions.
They aim to help attendees improve their knowledge of cycling through the sharing of advice and tips on various topics, such as:
• How to check a bike is roadworthy and preparing for journeys
• Understanding of good road positioning
• Communication with other road users
• Understanding priorities at junctions and give way points
• Highway code and hazard perception
Five sessions will be run over the course of the day:
• 10:00am to 11:00am: Group Cycle Session for Children
• 11:15am to 12:15pm: Group Cycle Sessions for Adults
• 12:30pm to 1:30pm: Group Cycle Sessions for Children
• 2:00pm to 3:00pm: Group Cycle Sessions for Adults
• 3:15pm to 4:15pm: Group Cycle Sessions for Children
What does each session look like?
• Three experienced instructors will be present for each session, and tailor the pace, depending on abilities
• Bikes and helmets will be provided for the event, but you are welcome to bring your own if preferred
• Personal bikes that are brought along, will get a quick safety check prior to starting the session so please do arrive 10 mins before your session
• There will also be a bike mechanic on site to fix punctures and do basic repairs or adjustments
Once each session is fully booked, you will be allocated to a waiting list and notified in case a spot becomes available, so please cancel your slot if you are no longer able to attend. Book your slot for a free cycling course,
