Who for?
Our Balance Bike course is designed specifically for children aged 2.5-4 years old who want to take their first step towards learning how to ride a bike.
Course description
The course (4 x 45min sessions) introduces children to a balance bike and develops their basic movement patterns, dynamic balance and gross motor skills through a range of fun activities and games.
The aim of the course is to build the childs confidence to glide on a balance bike with their feet off the floor.
The course teaches riders how to:
- Mount & dismount the bike
- Manoeuvre the bike
- Control the bike
- Stop the bike
All sessions are held indoors.
Equipment
If you child has their own balance bike and/or helmet which they would like to use then feel free to bring them along. Children should be able to sit on the seat of their bike and put both feet flat on the ground.
Balance bikes and helmets can be borrowed if you don’t have your own. Please indicate when booking if you need to borrow any equipment.
Cost
£40 per child (plus a small booking fee)
How to book
To book a place on one of our Balance Bike courses see the below list of upcoming courses. Click on the “Book Now” link next to the course that you would like to book a place on and complete the information requested.
Upcoming courses
| Dates | Times | Venue | How to book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 18th, Sat 25th Jan, Sat 1st, Sat 8th Feb | 2.00-2.45pm | City Academy Norwich, Bluebell Road, Norwich, NR4 7LP | Book now |
To help you understand the course fully we have compiled the below answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs).
If you child has their own balance bike and/or helmet which they would like to use then feel free to bring them along. Children should be able to sit on the seat of their bike and put both feet flat on the ground.
Balance bikes and helmets can be borrowed if you don’t have your own. Please indicate when booking if you need to borrow any equipment.
All sessions are held indoors so participants should wear suitable indoor clothing and footwear. A long sleaved top and trousers/leggings are recommended.
If you have any further questions about our Balance Bike courses that are not covered in the FAQ section please feel free to contact us.