On-Street and Trail Riding

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Registration opens 3/25
Sun
12
May

Confident City Cycling

Registration opens 3/25

Sunday, May 12, 2024

Class

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

More joy, less stress! Confident City Cycling teaches you the skills you need to ride safely and confidently on streets, bike lanes, and in traffic.

 

Class

Registration opens 3/25
Sun
19
May

Confident City Cycling

Registration opens 3/25

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Class

Quincy St. Parking Deck, Arlington

Quincy St. Parking Deck, Arlington

More joy, less stress! Confident City Cycling teaches you the skills you need to ride safely and confidently on streets, bike lanes, and in traffic.

 

Class

Sat
01
Jun

Let’s Get Rolling: Commuting 101

Saturday, June 1, 2024

Class

RFK Skatepark Parking Lot, Washington DC

RFK Skatepark Parking Lot, Washington DC

In this 2 part class, participants will learn tips and tricks for using their bike to get to where they need to go!

 

Class

Sat
08
Jun

Trail Riding Basics

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Class

Anacostia Park, Washington DC

Anacostia Park, Washington DC

Learn how to ride safely and confidently on our region’s many wonderful trails!

 

Class

Sat
08
Jun

Confident City Cycling

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Class

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

More joy, less stress! Confident City Cycling teaches you the skills you need to ride safely and confidently on streets, bike lanes, and in traffic.

 

Class

Sun
09
Jun

WABA x LIME E-bike Confident City Cycling

Sunday, June 9, 2024

Class

Quincy St. Parking Deck, Arlington

Quincy St. Parking Deck, Arlington

More joy, less stress! Confident City Cycling teaches you the skills you need to ride safely and confidently on streets, bike lanes, and in traffic.

 

Class

Sun
30
Jun

E-bike Confident City Cycling

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Class

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

Jones Point Park, Alexandria

More joy, less stress! Confident City Cycling teaches you the skills you need to ride safely and confidently on streets, bike lanes, and in traffic.

 

Class

Overview: 

New and experienced bicyclists alike can benefit from WABA’s continuing education classes. Take a look at the class descriptions below to find the one that is right for you.

Trail Riding Basics

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

You have recently taken a WABA Learn to Ride class and were riding confidently with 2 pedals by the end of class

Confident City Cycling

This class is for you if:

You know how to ride a bike and have experience riding on trails

You know how to ride a bike and would like to learn how to ride safely in traffic

You have experience riding in traffic but would like to learn more about traffic law and how to navigate tricky traffic situations

Have any questions? Email us at education@waba.org

Class Details: 

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        


FAQ

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! 

I’m Confident! What’s next?

Let’s go for a bike ride!