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Programs for adults

Learn to ride. At your pace.

Cycle Well is a welcoming learn-to-ride course for adults and teens who want to begin cycling, return after a long break or rebuild their confidence.

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Choose your next course.

All currently available Cycle Well courses appear below. Select a course to see its current dates, times, location, price, bike hire options and availability.

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Before you book

You do not need cycling experience.

Whether you have never learned to ride or have not been on a bike in decades, Cycle Well supports you step by step in a calm, non-traffic environment.

Who it is for

Adults and teens

  • Complete beginners who have never learned to ride
  • People returning to cycling after a long break
  • Riders who want to refresh their basic skills
  • Anyone looking for patient, judgment-free support

What to bring

A bike and approved helmet

  • Bring your own bike if you have one
  • Bring an Australian Standards helmet
  • Bike hire may be available for the course
  • Check the Humanitix listing for current hire availability and cost

The Cycle Well experience

Support without the pressure.

Cycle Well creates space to learn gradually, practise safely and ask questions without feeling rushed.

01

Traffic-free setting

Learn in a calm environment away from moving traffic.

02

Qualified instruction

Sessions are led by AusCycling-accredited instructors.

03

Tailored feedback

Small group coaching allows support to match your experience.

04

Friendly volunteers

Volunteers help create a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

An adult Cycle Well participant practising riding while other learners follow behind

Why Cycle Well?

Confidence begins with one small step.

  • Designed for adults with little or no cycling experience
  • Builds confidence and independence on a bike
  • Offers a safe and supportive place to practise
  • Provides practical coaching and tailored feedback

Need help with the cost?

Pedal It Forward may be able to help.

People experiencing financial hardship may be eligible for a subsidised place through Pedal Power's Pedal It Forward program.

Apply for assistance Learn about Pedal It Forward

Good to know

Questions, answered.

Current dates, locations, prices and availability are shown in the Humanitix booking section near the top of this page.

I have never ridden a bike. Is Cycle Well for me?
Yes. Cycle Well is designed for adults and teens with little or no cycling experience, including complete beginners.
Can I join if I have not ridden for many years?
Yes. The course also welcomes people returning to cycling after a long break or looking to refresh their basic skills.
Do I need to bring my own bike?
You can bring your own bike. Bike hire may also be available. Check the current Humanitix listing for hire availability and cost.
What helmet do I need?
Please bring an Australian Standards helmet. Check the event listing for any additional equipment information.
Where and when is the next course?
Open an available course in the Humanitix booking section above to see its current dates, times and Canberra venue.

Start where you are

Your first ride can begin here.

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