Learn to Ride a Bike
Our Learn to Ride a Bike Classes are the best and fastest way to learn to ride a bike!
Does teaching your child how to ride a bike without training wheels end in frustration and tears? Are you an adult who’s dreamed of riding a bike but can’t keep your balance or feel intimidated to try on your own? Let our League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructors teach you how to ride a bike using the gliding technique. With this simple and effective technique, most students are pedaling within an hour and off riding in no time. Students also learn the ABC quick check and proper bike fit. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow or bring your own. Reservations required in advance.
Class Details
FREE – 1.5-hour lesson
Recommended for ages 5+
Small class size, maximum of 5 people for quality instruction
What’s Included
Bikes and helmets can be provided or bring your own
Instruction from League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructors
What You’ll Learn
- Helmet fit and safety checks
- Bicycle fit and seat position
- Parts of the bicycle and basic maintenance
- Bicycle fit and seating position
- How gears and brakes work
- Balance, starting, stopping and pedaling
- Types of bicycles
- Rules for sidewalk, greenway and neighborhood road riding
- Roadway signage and hand signaling
These free classes are offered every month thanks to a partnership with Outdoor Chattanooga, the City of Chattanooga, and the Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga as a way to give back to the community and create new, confident riders!
FAQs
How much does it cost? Do I have to register in advance?
When and where are the classes offered?
Check out our calendar HERE to see upcoming Learn to Ride a Bike Classes.
Do I have to wear a helmet?
What's the minimum age?
I don't have a bike, can I still participate?
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1 event,MEDIC SOLO: Wilderness First Aid is an in-person certification class and an industry standard in the outdoor recreation industry as well as recommended for any outdoor enthusiast. WFA/ SOLO MEDIC […] |
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Chattanooga Grotto is the caving club of Chattanooga, TN. Meetings are held every first Monday of the month at Outdoor Chattanooga in Coolidge Park at 7PM EST. Anyone is welcome […] |
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Celebrate the Worm Moon with a guided urban farm and garden tour with Outdoor Chattanooga! We'll explore a few of our cities vibrant green spaces, including Crabtree Farms, a cornerstone […] |
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Set sail for adventure with Privateer Sailing Education Foundation! This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the basics of sailing and essential knot-tying techniques every mariner should know. Learn how to […] |
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Are you ready to embark on a nature-filled adventure with your little explorer? Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a one-of-a-kind parent/child program designed especially for toddlers. This class is designed to ignite a […]
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Join Outdoor Chattanooga on a four mile hike on TVA's Little Cedar Mountain trail. This will be a moderate but leisurely-paced hike with two climbs and two descents, and a […] |
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Volunteer Orientation Curious about how you can get involved and make a difference? Join us for our Volunteer Orientation! This event is designed to introduce new and returning volunteers to […] |
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […]
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […] |
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We are just days away from our upcoming Career and Volunteer Fair, and we can't wait to see you there. We have an incredible lineup of local organizations joining us, […] |
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Join us for a hands on workshop that shows how everyday time outside can contribute to real scientific research. Led by UTC graduate researcher Seth Ledbetter, this session introduces fungal […] |
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Step into the night for a Friday the 13th night hike and experience Greenway Farms after dark on this family- and beginner-friendly Night Hike with Outdoor Chattanooga. Guided by a […] |
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Explore the hidden history of Old Harrison on this guided kayak tour. Once a thriving riverside community, the town was submerged in 1940 with the creation of Chickamauga Dam. Today, its remnants […] |
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Family Fun Day- Adventure in the Park Family Fun Day- Adventure in the Park is a free community event with activities for all ages! Bring a picnic and the whole […] |
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Chattanooga Bicycle Club meets at the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center the 3rd MONDAY monthly from 6pm- 7:30 pm.The CBC is a recreational cycling club whose members share the good fortune of […] |
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Discover the beauty of spring with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Family Wildflower Walk on the Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail near La Fayette, Georgia. This scenic 0.8-mile out-and-back boardwalk trail is renowned for […]
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Join certified Tyler Meroney, Urban & Community Forestry Partnership Coordinator from the Department of Agriculture Forestry Division for an engaging and informative workshop all about caring for the trees that […] |
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Join Trout Unlimited for an introductory workshop designed to get you started in the art of fly fishing! Whether you're brand new to the sport or just looking to refresh […] |
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Explore the hidden history of Old Harrison on this guided kayak tour. Once a thriving riverside community, the town was submerged in 1940 with the creation of Chickamauga Dam. Today, its […] |
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Learn more about how to get involved with the club and even more opportunities to get outdoors!https://www.sierraclub.org/tennessee/cherokeeThe Sierra Club is the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organization in the […] |
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For adults aged 50 and above, we present Silver Adventures—an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and tailored programming under the guidance of our expert outdoor team. Discover the […]
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Join us for a family-friendly workshop where you'll learn about the vital role of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in our ecosystem. Engage in hands-on activities and discover how you […] |
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First Casts: A Kids Learn-to-Fish Program (Ages 12 & Under) Introduce your child to the joy of fishing at East Lake Park in Chattanooga! First Casts is a fun, hands-on program designed […] |
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Enjoy a peaceful walk among spring wildflowers on this leisurely, beginner-friendly hike to beautiful Hemlock Falls in Georgia’s Sitton’s Gulch at Cloudland Canyon State Park. This moderate 4-mile round-trip hike […] |
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The Pink Moon, a symbol of renewal and growth, invites us to reflect on what we want to "bloom" in our lives—much like the flowers of spring. Come walk beneath […] |
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Did You Know?
Chattanooga has over 20 miles of greenway trails – bike and pedestrian paths along the Tennessee River and South Chickamauga Creek. These offer non-motorized pathways for beginner riders and those looking to improve their skills. Not to mention there are plenty of city parks with paved paths and flat grassy areas offering the beginner rider a chance to learn and improve their riding skills.