Port Phillip: Urban Cycling Confidence: Sunday 4th June
PART 1 (10am-12:30pm): In a traffic free environment we will cover basic but essential bike control skills including smooth starting and stopping, using gears, scanning and signalling, and skills for riding on roads.
PART 2 (1-3pm - optional): We complete a short group ride on shared paths and local streets, including stops to discuss and practice scenarios such as roundabouts, stop signs, other intersections, hook turns, bike lanes, and tram/train lines.
Please note that you may choose to only participate in the first part of the session (traffic-free skills workshop 10am-12:30pm), and not stay for the optional group ride (1pm-3pm) - there are separate ticket options available. Please email bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com if you are unsure.
Date & Time: Sunday 4th June 2023:
Part 1 (traffic-free skills) 10am-12:30pm
Part 2 (on-road ride) 1pm-3pm
Location: Peanut Farm Reserve, 21 Spenser St, St Kilda VIC 3182
Fee: $10 deposit - this will be refunded after you have attended the session*
Who is this session suitable for?
- Adults who can ride confidently ride their bike on shared paths and wish to start building their confidence to ride on the road for transport and recreation
- Suitable for all types of human-powered bicycles, including folding bikes and e-bikes
- Participants MUST be residents of City of Port Phillip
Session inclusions:
- How to do a safety check on your bike and equipment
- Check that your bike is correctly fitted and adjusted for you
- Basic bike control skills such as braking, cornering, straight line riding, using gears, and stopping in an emergency
- Essential on-road techniques such as signalling, scanning, and using eye contact
- Traffic skills such as positioning on the road, merging into traffic lanes
- Discussion about riding around urban areas confidently such as using shared paths and bike lanes, how to avoid dooring, negotiating tram tracks and other obstacles, road rules for bicycles, and how to plan your route to avoid dangers
- (optional) Followed by a short on-road ride in light traffic, including stops to discuss scenarios such as roundabouts, stop signs, other intersections, hook turns, bike lanes, and tram/train lines (where available)
- Lots of time for questions and answers.
How many participants will be in the group?
- The group size is limited to 15 participants for Part 1, and 8 participants for Part 2.
What should I bring?
- A bicycle of suitable size and type, in good condition with working brakes, a bell and pumped up tyres. If you are unsure, please email bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com prior to booking.
- Australian Standards Approved helmet in good condition
- Runners or similar closed-toe footwear
- Sun/weather protection
- Snacks and water as needed (or there are cafes/shops nearby)
- Any medication
- Suitable clothing for the conditions
What is the start/finish time?
The program will take place between 10:00am-3:00pm (with a 30min lunch break at around 12:30pm). Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to sign in and prepare your bike.
Where should I come for the training?
The program will take place at Peanut Farm Reserve, 21 Spenser St, St Kilda VIC 3182, and the on-road component will be in surrounding roads and streets.
You will be sent a reminder email with these details and where to meet a few days before the session.
What facilities are there at the location?
Toilets, water and undercover areas will be available.
What if the weather isn’t great?
The training will only be cancelled if the weather forecast predicts very wet, very windy or very hot weather. In this event, we will contact you 2 hours’ prior to the start time. If weather conditions deteriorate after training has begun, training activities may be modified or omitted or the session terminated to minimise health and safety risks.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket?
You don't need to bring your ticket on the day. We will have a list of registered participants.
*Why do you charge a deposit?
The cost of providing this session has been subsidised by the City of Port Phillip, however sometimes when events are free, participants don't cancel their tickets when they are not going to attend, which takes away a valuable opportunity for somebody else to attend. To ensure that all registered participants do attend, we take a deposit which is refunded after you attend the session. If you are registered and do not attend the session, your deposit will not be refunded.
How and when will I receive my refund?
Your refund will be processed after you have attended the session, and may take up to 7 days to be received. The refund will be processed through the TryBooking system and will be returned via the same payment method with which you purchased your ticket.
What if I can't attend the session?
If you have booked a ticket and can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can open up your spot for somebody else to attend. If you give at least 24 hours notice, a full refund of your deposit will be provided. With less than 24 hours notice, unfortunately we will not be able to return your deposit.
Note re COVID Safety
Stay at home if unwell or if you are a contact of someone who has been unwell and who is being tested for coronavirus (COVID-19) infection.
All attendees must comply with the current Victorian Government COVID restrictions.
Who do I contact if I have any other questions?
Cazz Clarke, Cycling Instructor (Bike it Better) on 0421 114 389 or bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com
or
Corey Racovalis, City Planning and Sustainability (City of Port Phillip) on 8563 7486 or Corey.Racovalis@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Location
Peanut Farm Reserve
21 Spenser St, St Kilda Vic 3182
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