Big Skills For Small Bikes

A learn-to-ride course for kids aged 3–8 and their grown-ups

To build lifelong cycling habits, we need to start young, yet many parents don’t have the time or confidence to teach their kids how to ride. That’s where we come in.

Big Skills for Small Bikes is a fun, hands-on course that teaches parents and carers how to help their children ride confidently and safely. Designed for beginners, this program is perfect for kids who are still learning to ride without assistance.

Course Overview

• Ages: 3–8 years

• Who attends: One adult per 1–2 children. Adults must attend and participate.

• What you need: Children must bring their own balance or pedal bike and an Australian standards helmet. Adults do not need bikes.

• When: School holidays

• Where: Lyneham High School, 61 Goodwin St, Lyneham ACT 2602, Australia.

• Cost: $150 per child (adults attend for free)

• Curriculum: Developed by a Cycling Australia coach

Why this course?

✔️ Supports children not yet riding independently
✔️ Empowers parents with practical skills and take-home resources
✔️ Builds confidence in a supportive and inclusive environment
✔️ Designed in response to strong community demand

💛 Need a little help to join this course?
We believe everyone should have the chance to ride! If cost is a barrier, you may be eligible for a subsidised spot through our Pedal It Forward program.

👉 Apply here for a subsidised place in any program: Pedal It Forward Application Form

Pedal It Forward helps Canberrans experiencing financial hardship access our cycling programs – because cycling should be for everyone!

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