Bike East Bay Education Program

Bike East Bay Education Program offers workshops such as Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop, Bike Commuting Basics Workshop, Family Cycling Workshop, Youth Bike Rodeo, Adult & Teen Learn-to-Ride Workshop, E-Bike Safety Workshop, E-Bike Test & Ride at Hayward BART, Bike Camping in the East Bay Workshop, Adult & Teen Biking Practice: Shared Use Paths, and Carrying Things by Bike Workshop. The program includes on-the-bike, classroom, and webinar formats in English, Spanish, and Chinese, and it serves people of all skill levels.

Programs

• Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop — Free workshop to learn how to ride safely and confidently; learn essential rules of the road, how to equip your bike, avoid theft, and prevent common crashes.
• Bike Commuting Basics Workshop — Workshop for new or curious bike commuters to learn new skills, build confidence, and find joy in the ride.
• Family Cycling Workshop — youth and parents · Fun games, safety drills, skills building, and a neighborhood ride; for kids and parents who are able to ride a bike.
• Youth Bike Rodeo — grades 2-6 · Outdoor event for youth who know how to ride a bike and want to level up their safety skills.
• Adult & Teen Learn-to-Ride Workshop — adults and teens · $0–$20 · For adults and teens who have not yet learned to ride a bike or would like a refresher.
• E-Bike Safety Workshop — Hands-on workshop covering e-bike basics, safety essentials, battery care, and local regulations.
• E-Bike Test & Ride at Hayward BART — Free community test-ride event to test ride a variety of e-bikes and connect with local experts.
• Bike Camping in the East Bay Workshop — Workshop covering basic skills needed to plan a fun, comfortable, and safe bike camping trip, plus gear demos.
• Adult & Teen Biking Practice: Shared Use Paths — adults and teens · Two-hour outdoor workshop for adults and teens to build confidence and gain experience riding a bike in a safe and supportive environment.
• Carrying Things by Bike Workshop — Workshop on carrying loads of various sizes by bike and tips for avoiding common mistakes.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–18 years old
• Price range: $0–$20
• General schedule: Classes for adults, youth, and families throughout Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Classes are for people of all skill levels. Offered in on-the-bike, classroom, or webinar formats in English, Spanish, and Chinese.

About the provider

The program's mission is to promote healthy, sustainable communities by making bicycling safe, fun, and accessible. It partners with local organizations, libraries, schools, and employers to host bike education workshops and also offers trainings for engaging in the public process and mentions Green Mobility Ambassadors.

Bike East Bay does not offer private, 1-on-1 instruction for individuals. Private workshops for employers and organizations are contracted and closed to the public. Youth Bike Rodeo is kids-only and drop-in style. Family Cycling Workshop requires adults and youth to participate together. Preferred minimum attendance is stated for several workshops.

What families say

“"I'd bike San Pablo up to Richmond or down to downtown Oakland if there were protected bike lanes."” — Wyatt

Last updated September 16, 2026.