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Whitehorse Basic Bike Riding Skill Session - Sun 29 Oct 2023

Name: Whitehorse Basic Bike Riding Skill Session - Sun 29 Oct 2023
Start: 2023-10-29T09:00:00+11:00
End: 2023-10-29T09:00:00+11:00
Location: Nunawading Civic Centre

This 2.5 hour practical bicycle skill training session is for people who live, work or study in Whitehorse. The course is perfect for adults wanting to improve basic riding skills and gain confidence on the bike. In a traffic free environment participants will practice basic but essential bike control skills including smooth starting, stopping, using gears, scanning, signalling and emergency stops. This course is commissioned by the City of Whitehorse and delivered by Bike it Better.

Date & Times: Sunday 29th October 2023: 9:00am-11:30am
Location: Whitehorse Civic Centre car park (behind the main building), 399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading.

Fee: $10 general; $8 concession

Who is this session suitable for?

Adults who are already able to ride a bike (pedal and balance) and wish to start building their confidence to ride on shared paths and low-traffic streets for transport and recreation.
If you cannot yet ride a bike, consider booking in for a 1:1 learn to ride session.
Suitable for all types of human-powered bicycles, including folding bikes and e-bikes.
Participants MUST be residents of Whitehorse. Ticket sales will open to residents of other municipalities one week before the session date if the event is not already sold out.

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 starting and stopping safely, braking, cornering, and riding in a straight line
Intermediate riding skills such as 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, riding assertively
Discussion about riding around town 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
Lots of time for questions and answers.

How many other participants will be in the group?

The group size is limited to 10 participants.

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
A bottle of water
Snacks and/or lunch as needed
Any medication
Suitable clothing for the conditions

What is the start/finish time?

The program will take place between 9am-11:30am. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to sign in and prepare your bike.

Where should I come for the training?

The program will take place at Whitehorse Civic Centre car park (behind the main building), 399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading VIC 3131. You will be sent a reminder email with these details a few days before the session. See map at bottom of this page.

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. If this occurs, 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.

What is the refund policy?

We offer refunds up to 48 hours before the workshop. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds after this time unless the course is cancelled. If you require assistance with this process, please contact Cazz Clarke, Cycling Instructor (Bike it Better) by email bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com or during business hours on 0421 114 389.

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 questions?

Cazz Clarke, Cycling Coach (Bike it Better) on 0421 114 389 or bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com
or
Melanie Burgess, Active Transport Officer (City of Whitehorse) on 9262 6081 or sustainable.transport@whitehorse.vic.gov.au

PRIVACY
Bike it Better uses TryBooking for all Bike Skills Courses. When booking with TryBooking, individuals will be required to provide their name and contact details. TryBooking’s privacy policy can be found at the Privacy link located at the bottom of this page.
By registering and providing this information, you hereby agree to your data being provided to Bike it Better (the professionals who deliver these courses) to allow us to confirm event details and access your emergency contact details if needed during the course.
Bike it Better also shares the data you provide for Bike Skills Courses with City of Whitehorse who have commissioned these workshops, and by registering and providing this information, you also hereby agree to your data being shared with City of Whitehorse for purpose of evaluation and future program planning. If you have any concerns with any of these policies, please use the contact details listed in the previous section.