Classes
Classes are designed for adults interested in bicycling and the benefits it provides to individual health, environmental quality, and community livability. We design our classes with an understanding that people have different reasons, and levels of interest, around cycling. In a welcoming and fun environment, we will help you build your cycling knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve your personal goal: whether it is to become a bike commuter, improve your health, be more active with your family, feel confident on Portland streets, or master the fascinating mechanical systems of the bike. Our classes are for everyone from the casual cyclist to the year-round commuter!
Urban Cycling
This class is for those interested in learning the basics of riding safely in urban settings, as well as, basic bike maintenance presented in non-technical language. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover pre-ride safety checks, important monthly maintenance, and understanding when it is best to bring your bike to a professional mechanic. All participants will work on their own bikes in class using only the tools you will own. We will go on 2-3 rides to cover the fundamentals of riding safely. We will work to understand your individual goal – whether it is to become a daily commuter, ride for errands and local trips, or improve your health – and help you build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve it. A basic “for the road” toolkit and bike maps are included. Class maximum: 12. Cost: $125.
Urban Cycling Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
W
7-9p
01/02/08 - 01/30/08
UR01
W
7-9p
03/19/08 - 04/16/08
UR02
W
7-9p
05/28/08 - 06/25/08
UR03
W
7-9p
07/02/08 - 07/30/08
UR04
M
7-9p
07/21/08 - 08/18/08
UR05
M
7-9p
09/08/08 - 10/06/08
UR06
Women’s Urban Cycling
This class is for women interested in learning the basics of urban riding (safely navigating traffic) as well as, key basic bike maintenance. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover pre-ride safety checks, important monthly maintenance, and understanding when it is best to bring your bike to a professional mechanic. All participants will work on their own bikes in class using only the tools you will own. We will go on 2-3 rides to cover the fundamentals of riding safely. We will work to understand your individual goal – whether it is to become a daily commuter, ride for errands and local trips, or improve your health – and help you build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve it. A basic “for the road” toolkit and bike maps are included. Class maximum: 12. Cost: $125.
Women’s Cycling Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
W
7-9p
02/06/08 – 03/05/08
WR01
W
7-9p
04/23/08 – 05/21/08
WR02
M
7-9p
06/16/08 – 07/14/08
WR03
Basic Bicycle Maintenance
This class is for folks confident in their riding skills but interested in learning the basics of bike maintenance. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover in-depth pre-ride safety checks, important monthly maintenance, common adjustments, and troubleshooting. All participants will work on their own bikes in class using only the tools you will own. This is the first in a series of three classes (basic, intermediate, and advanced). Mechanical skills beyond the scope of this class can be acquired by taking Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance or choosing to use a professional mechanic. A basic “for the road” toolkit included. Class maximum: 12. Cost: $125.
Basic Maintenance Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
M
7-9p
01/07/08 – 02/11/08
BM01
M
7-9p
02/25/08 – 03/24/08
BM02
TH
7-9:15p
04/17/08 – 05/15/08
BM04* ADDED!
W
7-9p
08/06/08 – 09/03/08
BM03
Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance
This class is for folks confident in their riding and basic maintenance skills and interested in learning the mechanics of bike maintenance in more depth. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover all the skills required to complete six-month and annual maintenance and repairs including cable housing, freewheel, cassette, and chain replacements. All participants will work on their own bikes in class. This is the second in a series of three classes (basic, intermediate, and advanced). Mechanical skills beyond the scope of this class can be acquired by taking Advanced Bicycle Maintenance or choosing to use a professional mechanic. A “basic home” toolkit and Comprehensive Guild to Bicycle Mechanics book are offered at an additional cost. Class maximum: 10. Cost: $130.
Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
M
7-9p
03/31/08 – 04/28/08
IM01
TH
7-9p
05/22/08 – 06/26/08
IM03* ADDED!
W
7-9p
09/10/08 – 10/08/08
IM02
Advanced Bicycle Maintenance
This class is for folks that have completed Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance and are interested in learning in-depth advanced bike mechanics. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover the skills needed for hub, bottom bracket, and headset overhauling; as well as advanced wheel truing and spoke replacement. All participants will work on their own bikes in class. This is the third in a series of three classes (basic, intermediate, and advanced). Participants will have access to the professional and comprehensive tool sets of our bike shop. Class maximum: 8. Cost: $150.
Advanced Bicycle Maintenance Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
M
7-9:30p
05/05/08 – 06/09/08 * (no class 05/26/08)
AM01
W
7-9:30p
10/15/08 – 11/12/08
AM02
Family Cycling
This class is for families interested in learning the basics of urban riding (safely navigating traffic) as well as key basic bike maintenance. The classes are designed to bring families together through cycling. It is a great chance to spend time with your loved ones in a fun, active environment. Over five weekly sessions, we will cover general bike safety checks, important monthly maintenance, and knowing when it is best to bring your bike to a professional mechanic. Families will practice maintenance skills on the children’s bikes but adults need to bring bikes too because we will also cover the fundamentals of riding safely. We will work to understand your families’ goal – whether it is to become daily commuters, ride to school and for errands, or improve your health – and help you build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve it. A basic toolkit, bike maintenance book, and bike maps included. Children must be at least 8 years old. Class maximum: 6 families. Cost: $125 for families 2-3; $175 for families 4-5; $225 for families 6-7).
Family Cycling Schedule
Day
Time
Dates
Session
Sat
10a-12p
07/19/08 – 08/16/08
FC01
How to register
REGISTER AT OUR SHOP: 1700 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR, 97211.
REGISTER BY PHONE: 503.288.8864.
QUESTIONS: info@CommunityCyclingCenter.org
Scholarships and Earn-A-Bike options
We are committed to making bicycling accessible to everyone regardless of income level. Therefore limited financial scholarships and earn-a-bike opportunities are available. Please contact us for a scholarship application packet.
Class Policies
Instruction philosophy
Our mission is to broaden access to bicycling and all its benefits including improved health, environmental quality, and enhanced livability. To that end, our instructors will emphasis the bicycle as a tool for personal empowerment and a vehicle for social change. Our instructor-to-participant ratio is 1:6.
Age
With the exception of Family Riding, participants must be at least 13 years old. If under 18 years old, an additional Class Parental Release Form is required.
Expectations
We are committed to accessibility. Please let us know in advance if you have special learning needs. Our instructors will make every attempt to provide a successful learning experience. No open toed shoes. Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty and are safe to ride in (no loose pant legs, etc.) and bring your bike! If you do not own a bicycle, you may qualify for our adult earn-a-bike option. Contact us to learn more.
Cancellations & refunds
We require all class cancellations be submitted in writing via standard mail, fax, or email. Cancellations within 10 days of class will not be refunded. Cancellations at least 10 days before class will be assessed a $25 processing fee.
Attendance
Because all classes are limited in size there is often a waiting list. Participants missing the first class session without written notification will be considered cancellations and will not be refunded.