About this Event
Who for?
Our Learn to Ride course is designed specifically for children aged 4-10 years old who would like to learn how to ride a bike with pedals.
It is recommended that 4 year old's attend our Balance Bike course prior to attending this course.
Course Description
The course (4 x 1 hour sessions) will give children the skills and confidence required to ride a bike with pedals independently.
The course will teaches children how to:
- Fit a helmet
- Mount & dismount the bike
- Balance
- Steer
- Brake
- Pedal
We will do this by lowering the seats and removing the pedals from the children’s bikes for the first three sessions. This enables children to learn the skills with the reassurance of being able to put their feet on the ground if they lose their balance. This helps them to feel safe which builds their confidence. For the fourth session we put the pedals back on and teach them how to perform the skills whilst also pedaling.
This course will be held over the following 4 dates with sessions between 1.30-2.30pm on each date. Riders are required to attend all four sessions.
- Monday 5th August
- Tuesday 6th August
- Wednesday 7th August
- Thursday 8th August
All sessions are held outdoors on the Prep School Playground at St Joseph's College (Belstead Road, Ipswich, IP2 9DR).
Instructors encourage parents to observe all sessions so they can understand the skills being taught and help their child to practice outside of the sessions.
FAQs
How much does the course cost? The 4 x 1 hour course costs £50 per child (plus a small booking fee).
What equipment will my child need to bring?
If you child has their own bike and/helmet then they should bring them along. Children should be able to sit on the seat of their bike and put both feet flat on the ground.
Bikes can be borrowed if you don’t have your own. Please indicate when booking if you need to borrow any equipment.
We don't use stabilisers to teach children to ride so if your child's bike has them, they should be removed prior to the course.
Does my child need to wear a helmet?
Yes, we require all participants to wear a suitable bike helmet at all times during the courses. If you don't already have your own then we can lend you one. Please indicate when booking if you need to borrow a helmet.
What should my child wear?
Children should wear comfortable clothing for the course. It should be suitable for the indoor/outdoor conditions on the day. A long sleeve top and soft trousers (e.g. jogging bottoms) are recommended for comfort. Skirts/dresses are not recommended.
What's the refund policy?
Full refunds are available up to 7 days prior to the start of the course.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
St Joseph's College, Belstead Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom
GBP 54.88