Learn to pedal/beginner rider - half-day bike camp - ages 5 to 11

1190 S Lashley Ln,Boulder CO 80305

11 July, 2022

Description

Focus: Children who have never pedaled before or just started have fun exploring their abilities on bikes with goals ranging from pedaling successfully to gaining control of start, pedal, stop. For example: controlled coastingstarting independently and turning in controladdress fear of riding a bicyclehow to prevent fallingpicking bike up and putting bike down properlydiscovering pedalsWe guarantee you will see a very noticeable change in your child’s ability, confidence, and desire to ride a bicycle.  Learning to ride a bicycle is a moment in someone’s life that will likely be a lifelong memory. Many times, it is a moment of huge growth and accomplishment. Once pedaling is mastered, it feels easy; but learning to ride a bicycle is not simple. Learn to Pedal Rider General Description: We welcome children who: have no experience with a bicycle whatsoeverhave experience with training wheels or strider type bicycles may be fearful / hesitant / resistant / emotionalstruggle to hold their balance on a bikeBeginner Riders General Description: We welcome children who: can pedal but use their feet to stop or having trouble stoppinghave slow reaction times have a hard time starting or weave excessively while ridingThis camp is designed to fundamentally change your beginning child’s riding ability regardless of what level of beginner rider they start from. Every child learns at a different rate, and some progress faster than others. We guarantee that every participant in this class will highly benefit from our instruction. Class operates in a safe, enclosed parking lot as a learning environment. We use this setting to create a variety of courses to teach adaptive drills and techniques so children can practice fundamental skills safely at their own pace. After this camp, you will be able to practice with your kids by taking them to ride with you in a safe area. If your child has special needs, please contact us to discuss options that will offer appropriate support for your child’s success.    Details: Ages 5-11Drop Off - 8:45-9:00 AM Pickup: 12:15-12:30 PMClass Min to run: 5 kids Class Max: 15 kidsCOVID policy: We will follow CDC guidelines, and if your child is visually sick, please keep them at home. Waitlist availableInstructors all are vaccinated for COVID-19 Lead Instructor: Mike Friedman: Founder of Pedaling Minds, 2008 Olympian, former professional cyclist - Multi National Champion, Paris Roubaix, Milan San Remo, Flanders. What KIDS should bring to Camp/Clinic:  Bike: We will do general safety checks, and bike fits. Your child's bike should be appropriate for her/his size, have functioning brakes (hand or foot), no loose nuts/bolts, inflated tires, bar ends-no metal handle bars sticking out from the grips, and any gears/shifters need to be in good working condition. We recommend having your child's bike safety checked at your local bike shop if you're experiencing problems (see recommendations on our website). Helmet: Wearing a helmet is mandatory during this camp for any activity on the bike. We will teach elements of helmet safety and helmet fit. The majority of the kids who come to our classes need it fit and many times it's obvious parents haven't tried to adjust the helmet to their child's head. Please take 5 minutes and try to fit your child's helmet to their head- show them how the buckle physically works and have them practice using the clasp even if they aren't strong enough as well as rotating the dial in the back that adjusts the helmets "basket" fit (if helmet is equipped). It's good practice. Mask SunscreenHat that fits under the helmet and/or sunglassesBackpack to contain all belongings Water bottleAmple food-lunch/snacks for the dayShoes - no open toeYou will receive a more comprehensive list of what to bring as the camp approaches.  Shirts (youth and adult): If interested we also have a few items that help fund our budding scholarship fund. Go here to see the shirts etc. and I can bring them to camp. I can take cash, credit card, Venmo if you would like to purchase :) For more information / questions: Please reach out to Mike via text, call, email. Visit: www.PedalingMinds.org Ph: (720) 828-5936