Programs & workshops
Find your way
to ride.
Learn to ride, build your skills, care for your bike or find a more accessible way to get moving. Every Pedal Power program in one place.
Find your fit
Programs for every rider.
Choose the goal that sounds most like you. Each program page includes the latest dates, costs, eligibility and booking information.
Start from the beginning
Learn to ride
Cycle Well
A calm, judgment-free learn-to-ride course for adults who have never ridden or are returning after a long break. Qualified instructors provide tailored support in a traffic-free setting.
- Beginner friendly
- Bike hire available
- Subsidised places may be available
Big Skills for Small Bikes
A hands-on course that helps parents and carers teach young children to ride confidently and safely. Adults participate alongside their children.
- Balance or pedal bikes welcome
- One adult per 1–2 children
- Designed for new riders
Go further with confidence
Build your skills
Beginner Bike Maintenance Workshop
Learn everyday bike care, tyre pressure, chain cleaning and lubrication, basic brake and gear adjustments, and how to fix a puncture.
See beginner workshopsIntermediate Bike Maintenance Workshop
Build your mechanical knowledge with bike fit, replacement parts, headsets, hubs, bottom brackets, hydraulic brake maintenance and wheel truing.
See intermediate workshopsA helping hand
Support to get riding
Ride Guides
New and returning riders can connect with an experienced local guide for practical, personalised support as they build confidence and find their way around Canberra.
Individual and organisation options
Find a Ride GuidePedal It Forward
Financial support helps Canberrans experiencing hardship access Pedal Power courses and cycling opportunities.
Applications are considered confidentially
Apply for supportBikes and equipment
Borrow or hire
Bike Library
Borrow a refurbished bike free of charge for up to six months, with extensions available when needed.
Margaret Hendry School, Taylor
How the Bike Library works
Hire services
Hire temporary bike racks for events or enquire about Pedal Power bike trailers.
Bike racks: $250 delivery and collection, plus $15 per rack per week
View hire servicesMovement and connection
Ride inclusively
Fitability
Tandem cycling opportunities for people with vision impairment or other disabilities. Join as a stoker, become a pilot or try tandem cycling at a welcoming event.
Discover Fitability
Cycling Without Age
Volunteer trishaw pilots help older and less mobile people enjoy fresh air, conversation and the freedom of a bike ride.
Explore Cycling Without AgeNot sure where to begin?
We’ll help you find the right program.
Tell us what you want to learn or what support you need. Our team can point you in the right direction.