This class teaches participants the skills needed to ride safely, confidently and considerately on our region’s many wonderful trails.
Saturday, October 19, 2024 - 10:00am
Quincy Street Parking Deck
Trail Riding Basics
Funded by Arlington County
This class teaches participants the skills needed to ride safely, confidently and considerately on our region’s many wonderful trails.
This class is for you if; you already know how to ride a bike but do not have much experience riding on trails; you have experience riding on trails, but would like to learn skills that will help improve your ride; you have recently taken a WABA Basic Skills Clinic; or you have recently taken a WABA Learn to Ride class and were riding confidently with 2 pedals by the end of class.
Class Duration: 3 hours
Equipment: Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and helmet for this class. Bikes must be in good working order. Use a Capital Bikeshare bike and WABA will reimburse your usage fee for the duration of the class! Email education@waba.org for more details.
Cost: $10, Free for WABA members
Do I have to wear a helmet if I am riding my personal bike?
Yes! All WABA class participants are required to wear a helmet for the duration of class. Don’t have a helmet? Email education@waba.org and we will provide you with one!
What should I bring with me to class?
Water, close-toed shoes, athletic clothing, a bike, helmet, appropriate outerwear, snacks, and sunscreen!