Arlington County has partnered with WABA to offer more free Confident City Cycling classes this year than ever before, including four more this fall. The classes, which are open to all (and did I mention FREE?) regardless of residency, are designed to provide cyclists with the skills they need to incorporate bicycling into their daily routine.
The classroom session teaches the basics of bicycling on city streets for errands, commuting, and fun. Topics include the principles of lane positioning, techniques for avoiding hazards, bicycle fit and maintenance, emergency repairs, gearing and pedaling, nutrition, and accessory equipment. At selected classes (including the one this weekend), an optional on-bike session follows the classroom portion.
This Saturday, August 23, the class will be held at the Madison Community Center from 10am - 1pm. The address is 3829 N. Stafford Street in Arlington. Registration is appreciated; you can sign up online at WABA's website.
Can't make it this weekend? Be sure to register for one of the other classes happening this fall, listed below. All classes are being held in Arlington.
Monday, September 22 (Car Free Day!), 4:00 - 6:30pm
Arlington County Offices
2100 Clarendon Blvd., Room 913
On-bike segment to follow class.
Monday, October 20, 6:00 - 8:30pm
Phoenix Bikes
4100 South Four Mile Run Rd.
Class will be offered in English with Spanish translation by request.
Saturday, November 8, 10:00 - 1:00pm
Lee Community Center
5722 Lee Highway
On-bike segment to follow class.
Melissa Esposito is the Car-Sharing and Bike-Sharing Program Coordinator for Arlington County and a Metro/bike commuter.
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