Banyule Beginner 1:1 Cycling Skills Session Vouchers 2024-25

Name: Banyule Beginner 1:1 Cycling Skills Session Vouchers 2024-25
Start: 2022-11-01T10:00:00+10:00
End: 2024-07-29T09:00:00+10:00
Location: Negotiated with instructor

Comprising 3 hours of coaching, these cycling skills session vouchers are ideal for adults or children (7 years and older) who can not yet ride a bike but would like to learn, or for beginner riders with basic skills but would like to improve their confidence to enable them to use their bike for sustainable transport to work, visit friends, shopping, or fitness and recreation.
This course is commissioned by Banyule City Council and led by Bike it Better.
* Note: participants MUST live, work or study in Banyule.

Fee: $45 full, or $25 concession

* If you are unable to book and the page is showing that you require a code - please contact bikeitbettercyclecoaching@gmail.com with details of your request.

This training usually costs $300. However, Banyule residents are eligible to participate in this training program for the specially discounted price, due to generous subsidies offered by Banyule City Council.

THE COURSE DATE, TIME AND LOCATION IS NEGOTIATED BETWEEN YOU AND YOUR INSTRUCTOR.

It's never too late to learn to ride. You may not have learnt as a child or you may not have ridden for many years and now lack the confidence to ride.

You need a bike (ideally your own, but you can also borrow from a friend or family member or hire a bike), a helmet and some determination. Our training is always tailored to your needs and for adults of any age.

Learn to Ride - designed for absolute beginners

In these private lessons, you will learn about balancing and riding. If we have time we'll also cover some basic but essential bike control skills, such as starting, stopping, using gears, signalling, and scanning in a traffic-free environment. You will also learn strategies for riding safely on paths and local streets.

Improve Your Skills - designed for those with some previous riding experience

If you know how to ride but are a bit wobbly and lacking in confidence, then these private lessons are perfect for you. We’ll practice basic bike control skills including smooth stopping, starting, using gears, scanning, hand signals and emergency stops.

Session Format:

The 3hrs can be used as 2x 1.5hrs or 3x 1hrs, and must be used within 3 months of booking.
A suitable session day and time will be negotiated with your instructor after booking.

Your session can be scheduled on weekdays/weekends, depending on instructor availability. Following your registration you will be contacted by Cazz from Bike it Better Cycle Coaching to determine your date/time/location preferences. Please note we usually require up to 10 days notice to set up the training.

Who is this session suitable for?

Adults or children (7 years and over) who can not yet ride a bike but would like to learn (you need to have your own bike)
OR
Beginner riders with basic skills, to improve their confidence riding a bike
Participants MUST live, work or study within Banyule City Council.
Limit of 1 booking per participant (total 3 hours)

How many other participants will be in the group?

Each individual session is 1:1, meaning that it will but just you and the instructor, so you will receive dedicated assistance with the specific things you require help with to develop your riding.

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
Any medication
Suitable clothing for the conditions

What is the start/finish time?

After your booking is confirmed, the instructor will contact you to negotiate a suitable session day, time and location. The 3hrs can be used as 2x 1.5hrs or 3x 1hrs. The sessions will take place at the time you have negotiated with your instructor.

* Your second (and third, if applicable) session(s) must be completed within 6 weeks of your first session. All sessions need to completed within 3 months of your booking, or will be forfeited.

Where should I come for the training?

A suitable location within Banyule for the training will be negotiated with your instructor. You will be sent an email with these details and a confirmation of the meeting location before the session.

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, which present a health or safety risk. In this event, your instructor will contact you at least 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.

Who is the instructor?

Your instructor will be Cazz from Bike it Better. You are in good hands! Cazz is a very experienced and passionate bicycle skills instructor with more than 12 years experience, and over that time has developed a wealth of knowledge and techniques to get the best out of students of all levels. Cazz provides various bicycle education sessions for a number of councils and community groups around Melbourne, teaching bike riders from complete beginner through to intermediate. Cazz is also a Bike Ed Master Trainer, leading training courses for Bike Ed Instructors; and is a training provider for Foundation Level Mountain Bike Skills Instructor courses for AusCycling. Visit the About page on www.bikeitbetter.com for full credentials.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket?

You don't need to bring your ticket on the day. Your instructor will have your details.

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
Tristan Jessup, Transport Planner (Banyule City Council) on (03) 9457 9899 or activetravel@banyule.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 Banyule who have commissioned these workshops, and by registering and providing this information, you also hereby agree to your data being shared with City of Banyule 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.