Classes
Attend one of our free bike education classes!
Urban Cycling 101: Day 2 Road Class
On-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors.We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors to improve your bike handling […]
Adult Learn-to-Ride Class
This is a class for adults or teens who have either not yet learned how to ride a bike, or learned a long time ago but want a refresher.This is […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop
Learn rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, use different types of bike infrastructure, and avoid common hazards.Learn basic rules of the road, how to […]
Family Cycling Workshop
Bike East Bay instructors will provide a day of fun games, safety drills, skills building and a neighborhood ride. For kids and parents!This workshop is for kids who are able […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop
Learn rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, use different types of bike infrastructure, and avoid common hazards.Learn basic rules of the road, how to […]
Sharing the Road: Bike Smart, Drive Smart
Learn how to share the road safely, prevent common crashes like dooring or right hooks, and foster respect between drivers and bicyclists.Join us for an engaging session that dives into […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop
Learn rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, use different types of bike infrastructure, and avoid common hazards.Learn basic rules of the road, how to […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 2 Road Class
On-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors.We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors to improve your bike handling […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop
Learn rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, use different types of bike infrastructure, and avoid common hazards.Learn basic rules of the road, how to […]
San Leandro Family Bike Party
Join Bike East Bay and City of San Leandro Recreation and Parks for a Family Cycling Workshop, games, snacks, and more at the Marina Community Center. Limited spots available, sign […]
1-Hour Bike Camping in the East Bay Workshop
This class will cover basic skills needed to plan a fun, comfortable, and safe bike camping trip.Have you dreamed about doing a camping trip by bike? Then this is the […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 2 Road Class
On-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors.We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working in small groups with our certified instructors to improve your bike handling […]
Adult Learn-to-Ride Class
This is a class for adults or teens who have either not yet learned how to ride a bike, or learned a long time ago but want a refresher.This is […]
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop
Learn rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, use different types of bike infrastructure, and avoid common hazards.Learn basic rules of the road, how to […]
Family Cycling Workshop
Bike East Bay instructors will provide a day of fun games, safety drills, skills building and a neighborhood ride. For kids and parents!This workshop is for kids who are able […]
CLASSES WE OFFER
Our Education Program provides classes for adults, youth, and families throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Our classes are for people of all skill levels. We offer on-the-bike, classroom, or webinar formats in English, Spanish, and Chinese languages. You can sign up to take a class below. Meet amazing instructors and other attendees interested in biking in your community while leveling up your confidence and safety!
We also conduct trainings for engaging in the public process, in order to advocate for better mobility in our local communities. See our Green Mobility Ambassadors series for more.
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1
This fun workshop is taught by an instructor certified by the League of American Bicyclists. Learn basic rules of the road, how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, avoid bike theft, ride after dark, and prevent common crashes. 2-hour, indoor or online webinar workshop for adults and teens, no bike required.
Urban Cycling 101: Day 2
Join us for a day of bike riding! 5.5-hour, “Day 2” on-the-road class (outdoor, bike required). We’ll cover on-road, on-your-bike practice sessions, working to improve your handling skills and learn crash-avoidance maneuvers.
Adult Learn to Ride
For adults or teens who have either not yet learned how to ride a bike, or did a long time ago but want a refresher on the basics of balancing, pedaling and steering. 3-hour workshop for adults and teens, bike and helmet required.
1 Hour Workshops
These sessions go in-depth with one of our certified instructors on a specific topic such as bike mechanics, avoiding bike theft, riding after dark, and more. 1-hour, indoor workshop for adults and teens, no bike required.
Family Cycling Workshops
This class is for kids who are able to ride a bike and ready to take to the roads and pathways with their parents. Parents and kids attend together. Outdoor workshop for adults and youth in grades 2-6 (approx.)
Youth Bike Rodeos
This fun class is for kids ages 7 to 12 who are excited about bikes and need some practice before riding with their families, to school, and beyond!
Want to set up a class at your location?
Click below to submit an application to host a Bike East Bay class at your business, school, or other community center.
Resources
Looking for more info about bike theft protection, tips for riding, local services, and more? Then check out our resources page!
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
Learn about the people who impact our Education Program firsthand!
stay updated on classes near you
Fill out the form below to join our notification list and we will contact you with updates on additional classes.
CLASS PARTICIPANT TESTIMONIALS
THANKS TO OUR FUNDERS
These free classes are funded through grants and support from the Alameda County Transportation Commission, BART, the City of Oakland, Spare the Air Youth, the City of Alameda, Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities, the City of Richmond, Contra Costa Health Services, People for Bikes, and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
