Confident City Cycling - for Adults (14 and over)
This bicycle skills class gives cyclists the confidence to ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail.
Confident City Cycling covers:
- bicycle safety checks,
- fixing a flat,
- on-bike skills and
- crash avoidance techniques.
The course is taught by a League of American Bicyclists certified instructor and includes a student manual. Classes are taught in 3 sessions of 3 hours each. Cost is $20 (financial assistance available) and all classes are held at Stephens Lake Park Activity Center, 2311 East Walnut St. Here is a list of class dates:
Saturday, February 20, 2010; 9am to 6pm
Saturday, March 20; 9am to 6pm
MWF, March 15, 17, 19; 6pm to 9pm
To register call the city of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department at (573) 874-7460 or register online.
Special classes can be arranged for work groups, civic organizations, book clubs, etc. and can be held at your location (office, church, school, community center) by arrangement.
For more information or to arrange a special class contact us or call Robert at (573) 289-6479.
Comments from program participants
“I feel more confident on the road, especially at intersections. Also, I feel better being able to change my own tire if I were to have a flat.”
— Michele Baumer
“This course was very helpful in gaining more confidence riding in traffic. I wish all bike riders could gain knowledge to ride safely in traffic. I now ‘drive my husband crazy’ pointing out bicyclists riding in unsafe way, placing themselves in dangerous positions. Also those who ride on sidewalks! Keep up the great work!”
— Margaret Rutheford
“I have started biking to work via the trail and also to the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings. The first month I only spent $30.00 (actually less than that) on gas compared to about $120.00.”
— Jackie Scott
“Thank you for offering this course. I recommend it to anyone. This course will assist drivers and bikers and will increase safety for all.”
— Denise Leach
