Upcoming Workshops and Classes 2025#
(B)e-Bike Savvy#
Ready to dive into the world of e-bikes? This comprehensive in-person class will cover everything you need to know about riding and maintaining an e-bike.
What You'll Learn:
- Details about the different types of e-bikes, their key components, and how they work
- Where e-bikes are allowed to ride (and where they aren't), local regulations, and tips for navigating trails and streets
- Practical skills like fixing a flat on an e-bike
- The many benefits of riding an e-bike
- Information on the Spin e-bike share fleet and how to make the most of this resource in your community
Whether you're new to e-bikes or looking to expand your knowledge, this free class is perfect for riders of all levels!
Click on a date to register for that class.
Tuesday, July 1, 3 - 4:30 p.m. at the Senior Center (all ages welcome). Link coming soon.
Some of the links above are to the Recreator registration system. This is the system we are using to manage registration for this class. You will need to create an account in order to register.
Bicycle Friendly Driver#
Are you curious about how to safely share the road? This interactive class will prepare you to drive confidently around bicyclists, navigate bike infrastructure, and prevent common crashes!
What You'll Learn
- The best and safest ways to share the road with all road users.
- Traffic safety laws and responsibilities
- Things you can do to help avoid crashes
- The Colorado Safety Stop details
Upcoming classes are all in person and free.
Click on a date to register for that class.
Tuesday, July 29, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the Senior Center (all ages welcome). Link coming soon.
Some of the links above are to the Recreator registration system. This is the system we are using to manage registration for this class. You will need to create an account in order to register.
Bike Maintenance 1#
In this introductory workshop we will focus on maintenance that can easily be done at home to keep your bike happy.
What You'll Learn
- Identify and understand key bike components.
- Discover the top tools used for home repairs.
- Learn to repair both tubed and tubeless tires, plus share your own tried-and-true tips.
- How to keep your bike clean, lubricated, and free of excess wear.
- How to fine-tune your brakes and shifters for better performance.
As a bonus, students who complete the class will receive a free pair of tire levers or a patch kit!
This free workshop is located at Washington Park (weather dependent). Students are encouraged to bring their own bicycle, but it is not required. The instructor will be reaching out prior to the class with details.
Click on a date below to register.
Links coming soon.
Engage is the system we use to manage our class enrollment. You will need to create an Engage account in order to sign up to take this workshop. The links above are to our Engage system.
E-Bike Fix-a-Flat Workshop#
Empower yourself to handle one of the most common bike repairs, fixing a flat, on your electric bike! We'll walk you through the entire process step-by-step, so you feel confident tackling this repair on your own.
What You'll Learn
- The specific tools and techniques needed to fix a flat on different types of e-bikes
- Tips for dealing with heavier frames, hub motors, and other unique features.
Students are encouraged to bring their own e-bike to practice on, but it’s not required. Whether you're a new rider or an experienced cyclist, this class will give you the skills to keep rolling with ease!
All workshops are free and at the Senior Center (all ages welcome).
Click on a date to register for that class.
Tuesday, June 17, 6 - 7 p.m. Link coming soon.
Tuesday, July 15, 1 - 2 p.m. Link coming soon.
Tuesday, August 12, 3 - 4 p.m. Link coming soon.
Some of the links above are to the Recreator registration system. This is the system we are using to manage registration for this class. You will need to create an account in order to register.
Everyday Cycling#
This class will help you get rolling and make bicycling a seamless part of your daily routine!
What You'll Learn
- Practical tips for riding safely, confidently, and legally on streets, trails, and other types of bicycling infrastructure.
- How to navigate bike lanes, multi-use paths, and intersections, as well as how to choose the best routes for commuting, errands, and recreation.
- Insight into bike selection and gear, basic maintenance, and strategies for riding in different weather conditions.
Whether you're a new rider or looking to expand your knowledge, this class will empower you to use your bike for everyday transportation with ease and enjoyment.
All of the upcoming classes are free and in person at the Senior Center (all ages welcome).
Click on a date to register for that class.
Tuesday, June 10, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Link coming soon.
Tuesday, July 22, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Link coming soon.
Tuesday, August 19, 3 - 4:30 p.m. Link coming soon.
Some of the links above are to the Recreator registration system. This is the system we are using to manage registration for this class. You will need to create an account in order to register.
Fix-a-Flat Workshop#
Don’t let a flat tire keep you from riding! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to confidently repair flats on both tubed and tubeless tires. Whether you’re new to bike maintenance or just need a refresher, this workshop will give you the skills to handle a flat tire on your own.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to remove a wheel and identify the cause of a flat
- Patching or replacing an inner tube
- Plugging and sealing a tubeless tire
- Proper use of tire levers, sealant, and CO2 inflators
- Tips for preventing flats on future rides
No prior experience is necessary. Bring your bike if you’d like to practice on your own setup, or use one of ours. This workshop is free and at the Harmony Library FRCC Blanca Peak Lawn.
No registration required.
Thursday, June 12, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Travel Training#
Interested in using your bike and the bus together? Join our free travel training workshop to learn how to confidently combine walking, biking, and scooting with riding the bus.
What You'll Learn
- How to plan a bus trip
- How to read schedules
- How to navigate the Transfort website
- How to load your bike onto the bus
- How to combine different ways to travel that don't include driving
Click on a date to register for that class.
Wednesday, April 16, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the South Transit Center
Wednesday, July 16, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the South Transit Center. Link coming soon.
The links above are to the Recreator registration system. This is the system we are using to manage registration for this class. You will need to create an account in order to register.
Smart Cycling Part 1: Road Rules#
Smart Cycling Part 1: Road Rules is a prerequisite to Smart Cycling Part 2: Road Skills (on bike).
This section will help build an understanding of traffic laws as they apply to bicyclists, and provide strategies to increase safety and confidence while riding throughout the community.
The League of American Bicyclists also offers this section self-paced and online. You can take this anytime as the prerequisite for Smart Cycling Part 2: Road Skills. Find out more and register here: https://learn.bikeleague.org/
What You'll Learn
- Basics like choosing a bike, maintenance, clothing/equipment, helmet, bike handling, shifting gears
- Principles of bicycling like riding in a group, sharing paths/trails, inclement weather, night riding, long distances
- Principles of traffic law like where to ride on the road, navigating intersections and rural roads
- Details on bike infrastructure
- About common crashes and how to avoid them
This free class is for current bicycle commuters and people who are interested but concerned about using a bicycle for transportation.
Click on a date below to register for a class.
Date and link coming soon.
Engage is the system we use to manage our class enrollment. You will need to create an Engage account in order to sign up to take this class. The links to the classes above are to our Engage system.
Smart Cycling Part 2: Road Skills#
The on-bike Road Skills portion of the League of American Bicyclists Smart Cycling class focuses on practical, hands-on skills to help you ride confidently and safely in various environments.
What You'll Learn
- Apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios while improving bike handling and traffic navigation.
- Practice bicycle handling skills in a parking lot before utilizing those skills on a ride on multi-use trails and streets.
Part 2 of a two-part series. Note: Bicycles and helmets required and can be provided if needed.
Classes are free and in person at the Walk and Wheel Skills Hub, located at 1600 W Drake Rd.
Click on a date to register for that class.
Saturday, April 5, 12 - 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 14, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday, July 12, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Saturday, August 16, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Engage is the system we use to manage our class enrollment. You will need to create an Engage account in order to sign up to take this class. The links to the classes above are to our Engage system.
League Cycling Instructor Training Seminar
2025 dates (you must attend all):
Friday, April 25: 5-9 p.m.
Saturday April 26, 8 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 27, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Early Bird Registration Price: $550
Standard Registration Price: $625 (beginning March 28 at 10 p.m.)
Registration closes: April 4, at 10 p.m.
Register for the seminar here.
What is a League Cycling Instructor?
League Cycling Instructors (LCIs) are ambassadors for better biking through education. After earning certification through a 3-day, League Coach-led seminar, LCIs teach Smart Cycling classes to children as well as adults. Their goal is to help people feel more secure about getting on a bike, to create a mindset that bikes are treated as a vehicle, and to ensure that people on bikes know how to ride safely and legally.
In our Northern Colorado community you can also use your LCI in many different ways. People with LCI certification are frequently found leading rides and teaching additional classes beyond Smart Cycling. People with the LCI certification are also our Gold Level Bicycle Ambassadors, using their LCI certification to earn money. Once you have your LCI certification, you can use it in many different ways and we would be happy to help you come up with ideas that aren't listed here, too!
Seminar
The LCI training seminar focuses on teaching and demonstration techniques used with future students both on the road and in the classroom. The seminar emphasis is on how to teach bicycle safety and skills so as to provide increased comfort and confidence for new and returning bicyclists and youth. The seminar does not emphasize the content or specific details of the cycling course curricula. It is primarily about teaching, and each candidate will have opportunities during the seminar to practice facilitating parts of the Smart Cycling curriculum, both in the classroom and in the parking lot. The seminar is normally one evening and two full days. Generally, 1/3 of the time is on-bike, so students should be prepared to ride.