Bike to Work Skills Courses
Courses
- Can-Bike II Course - March 9 (evening only), 10, & 11 (Unique training opportunity)
Description of Instructor Position & Training (pdf)
Bike to Work Victoria is looking for more Skills Course instructors. This is a very meaningful opportunity to assist people to make a transition to SAFE commuter cycling. A pre-requisite course to the Bike Skills Course is the in-depth Can-Bike II training - March 9, 10 & 11. This unique training opportunity is also great for people interested in obtaining information/ skills acquisition for more safe & comfortable commuter cycling.
Cost $250. (Refundable after meeting specific requirement.*) Register now!
* course cost will be refunded if you pass CanBike ll with 90% in both written and on road, take and pass our Skills course instructors course and agree to teach a number of our courses - tbd)
For more information about the Can-Bike II course.
1. Full-Day Bike to Work Skills Course
Our Can-Bike II certified instructors teach you how to ride safely and with confidence in this free, full-day course. Register Now!
- Course Description
- What to Bring
- Dates & Locations (Spring 2012 TBA)
- Age Restriction
- Cost & Deposit
Learn to bike to work safely and confidently.
The Bike to Work Skills Course takes you through all of the most common traffic situations you’ll face on your commute. It also provides you with the tips you need to make cycle commuting a fun and regular part of your life.
This free 7.5 hour course combines classroom and on-road training and is designed for participants aged 18 and over.
Course Description Back to Top–Register
A 7.5 hour course that combines classroom and on-road training and is taught by nationally certified cycling instructors. It is intended to build traffic cycling proficiency for adults who want to ride to work.
You will learn how to:
- Ride comfortably and safely in heavy traffic
- Manoeuvre your bike effectively
- Fit your bike properly and do your own bike safety check
- Be prepared to ride at night and in the rain
- Choose equipment and clothing
- Route planning
The day is comprised of in class and on-road training, with an easily-paced 12 km route around Victoria’s core.
Morning:
- Classroom: traffic theory, bike fit, cadence and gearing, helmet fit
- Parking Lot: bike inspection, bike-handling exercises
Afternoon:
- Classroom: traffic theory, review of on-road ride
- On-Road: a 12 km ride through traffic, with frequent stops to debrief
- Classroom: lighting, reflectivity, riding in the rain, route planning, clothing & gear, Q&A
An Introductory course is also available for those that are getting back into cycling after a long hiatus, are a bit wobbly, or scared - or all of the above!
What To Bring Back to Top–Register
- Your commuting bike, in safe working condition*
- Bike lock
- Helmet (of course!)
- Bag lunch & snacks for the road ride
- Full water bottle(s)
- Raingear or other appropriate clothing for the weather (layers are good)
*NOTE: It is very important that your bike is in safe and good working condition. If it is deemed unsafe to ride, you will not be allowed to participate in the ‘on-road’ component of the day. If in doubt, visit your neighbourhood bike shop.
At the class you will receive:
- Bike Sense: BC’s Bicycle Operator’s Manual
- Victoria Cycling Map (2004 edition)
- Commuter Guide, containing valuable information on route-planning, clothing, equipment, bike fit, etc.
- BC Transit bus tickets
For more information contact marsha@biketowork.ca.
Dates & Locations*Back to Top–Register
Dates for 2012:
Course will begin again in April 2012. Stay tuned!
*All courses will be held downtown unless otherwise noted.
*Intro course for those who are really nervous or haven’t ridden a bike for a while! Must be able to ride a bike!
Please Register using the on-line form.
If you have any questions, please contact marsha@biketowork.ca. or call 250-920-5775 (please note that phone calls may not be returned as quickly as email).
Downtown Classes
- Location: 127-3500 Douglas St (In Uptown Shopping Centre)
- Time: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (please arrive by 8:45 am)
The cost to put on the course is $100 per person, but it is free for you, sponsored this year by the CRD Traffic Safety Commission and the University of Victoria. A $30 deposit is required in advance to hold your spot.
Age Restriction Back to Top–Register
You must be at least 18 years old to take this course.
Cost & Deposit Back to Top–Register
FREE! To ensure attendance, however, we require a $30 advance deposit. This will be returned to you—in full—at the class.
- The $30 deposit must be in the form of a cheque or cash (no credit cards - sorry.) Please consider donating all or part of your deposit to support ongoing courses in the community.
- Cheques should be made payable to the "Greater Victoria Bike to Work Society"
- In order to complete your registration, payment must be received at the latest by 5pm on the Wednesday before your class.
- Cheques will not be cashed if you attend your class; they will be returned to you upon your completion of the class.
- If you need to cancel your spot, you must do so by 5 pm on the Wednesday before your class, or your deposit will be forfeited.
- If we have to cancel a class, we will notify you by 5 pm on the Wednesday before your class, and return your deposit.
Please mail your deposit to:
Bike to Work Victoria
PO Box 8837
Victoria BC
V8W 3S3
Bike Skills Courses for your Workplace
We offer full-day Bike Skills Courses for employees at the workplace. Please Contact marsha@biketowork.ca 250-920-5775 for more information.
