Safe Cycling Program

Dear Parent or Guardian,
Your child will be participating in a 5-unit Safe Cycling program in school. HUB Cycling, a
regional non-profit organization, is very pleased to be offering this program and hope that it
will not only be an active and enjoyable session, but will provide your child with the skills to
bike to school and around the neighbourhood safely. The program instructors are Bike Right
certified and are highly trained to teach fun and safe cycling. Learn more about this program
by visiting www.bikehub.ca/ridetheroad
The program includes the following lessons: learning about the bicycle, its parts and how to
maintain it; proper helmet use; key traffic laws and how to stay safe on a bike; school-ground
practice of bike handling and traffic safety; a supported group bike ride around the school’s
neighbourhood.
What to BRING & WEAR on: 18th, 19th and

21st of October:
(Remaining sessions will be inside)
□ Bike
□ Water Bottle
□ Rain gear & warm clothing, and gloves
(rain or shine event!)
□ Helmet (see photo)
In advance of the sessions:

● Please ensure that your child's bike is ready to use. Check the brakes and adjust the
seat height. If possible, lubricate the chain and all moving parts and add some air in
the tires.
● Take a good look at the helmet. Adjust the straps so you can slide a couple of stacked
fingers under the chin when it’s done up. Remember the helmet goes across the
forehead, not tilted back on the head.
HUB Cycling also has an adapted bike program that allows students with special needs to
request an adapted bike for their on-bike sessions at the school. Please speak to your
classroom teacher to request a bike for your child.
Some degree of risk is inherent in cycling activities, including the neighbourhood road ride.
By reading this letter you are agreeing to allow your child to participate in this program. If you
are concerned about your child’s participation or would not like them to take part, please
contact their classroom teacher.
Sincerely,
Lilian Jones
Bike Education Program Coordinator, HUB Cycling
[email protected]
Proposed Route onto School Grounds and On-bike Skills Areas:
Ride the Road Program Schedule:
Unit 1 – Intro to Unit 2 - Bike Unit 3 – School Unit 4 – Rules of Unit 5 – Road Ride
Cycling Safety Mechanics Ground the Road Trivia
Cycling Skills
Date Thursday 14 Oct Monday 18 Oct Tuesday 19 Oct Wednesday 20 Oct Thursday 21 Oct
Location Classrooms Outdoor field Outdoor field Classrooms School neighbourhood
Bikes No bikes Students bring Students and No bikes required Students and HUB
required bikes HUB bring bring bikes
bikes
Block 1 Class 1 Class 1 Class 1 Class 1 Li

9:00-9:55
Block 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2

10:00-10:55
Block 3 Class 3 Class 3 Class 3 Li Class 3

11:00-12:00
Block 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4

12:45-1:45
Block 5 Li Li Li Class 5 Class 5

1:45-2:45
HUB Cycling Bike to School Course – Adapted Bikes Information
Our goal is to support all students to participate fully in our courses. Through
our adaptive bikes program, 3 specialized bicycles are available to students with
disabilities by request. We also have accessories to increase comfort and safety
including straps and foam pads that can be used to secure riders, or to pad seats or
back rests. If students have their own specialized bike, we encourage them to bring it to school on program
days. We thank the GoodLife Kids Foundation for their support in creating a cycling experience that is safe,
comfortable, and fun for students with additional learning needs.
20" Balance Bike

Specs: Bike is suited towards:
● Sturdy bike without pedals, ● Riders that would benefit from a
chain, or gears slower progression towards
● Uses hand brakes cycling
● Heights: 4’10”-5’11” ● Riders who need to build core
● Weight limit: 242lbs control
● Riders with low muscle tone
● Riders with cognitive disabilities
including but not limited to
Down Syndrome or autism.
Mobito Recumbent Trike

● Reclined trike with foot pedals ● Riders that would benefit from
● Brakes controlled by right hand an increased sense of security
● Steering controlled by hand and stability
levers ● Riders with balance issues
● Heights: 3” – 4’8”(can be and/or loss of coordination
adjusted for shorter riders) ● Riders that might fatigue easily
● Weight limit: 180lbs due to muscular issues
● Riders who avoid weight-
bearing activities due to joint
issues or pain
Triton Recumbent Trike

● Larger reclined trike with foot ● Meets similar needs as the
pedals Mobito, for taller riders
● Brakes controlled by right hand
● Steering controlled by hand
levers
● Heights: 3’5” – 5’8” ”(can be
adjusted for shorter riders)
● Weight limit: 220lbs
To request an adaptive bike, email me your Child’s name, Type of bike you
request, & Accessories requested before Wednesday, October 13.

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Dear Parent or Guardian,

What to BRING & WEAR on: 18th, 19th and

In advance of the sessions:

Ride the Road Program Schedule:

Location Classrooms Outdoor field Outdoor field Classrooms School neighbourhood

Block 1 Class 1 Class 1 Class 1 Class 1 Li

Block 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2 Class 2

Block 3 Class 3 Class 3 Class 3 Li Class 3

Block 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4 Class 4

Block 5 Li Li Li Class 5 Class 5

20" Balance Bike

Mobito Recumbent Trike

Triton Recumbent Trike

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