Would you like to learn how to ride a bike?

This series is for adults who have never learned to ride a bike or who have not ridden a bike in some time. Eligible students must live or work in Jibe's service area. First, we’ll get you riding. Then, give you skills and experience for riding on local trails and streets. It's good to sign up for both levels at the same time!

Use our video series to start practicing now!

Level 1: Adult Learn to Ride

You'll learn the basics of balancing, gliding, starting and stopping, pedaling, and steering - with the goal of riding by the end of the class! You will also learn to adjust a helmet for proper fit.

We supply a range of bikes to try out. Everyone will learn at their own pace.

With our gentle, effective “balance first” method many people learn to ride in one session. If you’re not 100% there, you’ll leave with a clear, low-stress way to continue to teach yourself! (You can also come to the next session.)  Note: This class leads directly to the Level 2 & 3 series, below.

Fee: $0 (no fee)

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Level 2 & 3 Series

If you are up and able to ride in a straight line from the Level 1 class...this is how to continue learning in two more sessions!

Our first session is skills development. We practice basic skills like starting and stopping, turning, weaving, and gradual braking. You will continue building confidence and bike handling skills with a short ride on a nearby trail as a group.

Our second session introduces you to street riding rules and techniques. We'll practice handling your bike safely on city streets with a ride that includes intersections that present different challenges to practice maneuvering safely in traffic as a group.

Two-session series: April 9th and 16th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Videos

View this 3-part series which parallels Jibe’s Adult Learn to Ride class. Your host is Arlete Hodel, a League of American Bicyclist Certified Instructor who teaches all ages.

We recommend watching before you take our class. It is also helpful if you are trying to learn to ride at home. We use similar techniques to teach young children and youths.

Make sure to check out the final video for the easiest way to get on your bike!

Part 1:

Part 2:

Part 3:

Extra: Mounting Your Bike