Beginner's Bicycle Maintenance Class

This course is provided Free for people who live, work or study in Waltham Forest.  We are asking for a £10 deposit, payable on booking, to minimise no-shows.  This will be refunded to anyone who attends once the session has taken place.

This is a beginner's one-day class, suitable for anyone wanting to learn how to keep a bike in good working order. Learn how to fix a puncture, adjust brakes, index gears and lubricate your chain correctly. The course is for adults (18 years +). Young adults (16 +) are welcome to join if accompanied by a participating adult. All participants need to bring their own bike to work on.

Basic Bike Maintenance Class Syllabus

Morning:  Session 1 - 10:00 to 12:45

• M check - Outlining the parts of the bike
• Wheels - Removal and replacement
• Tyres - Removal and replacement
• Puncture repair - Wheel off
• Puncture repair - Wheel on
• Gear Adjustment - Indexing
   

Lunch: 12:45 to 13:15

Afternoon:  Session 2 - 13:15 to 16:00

• Gears Adjustment - Refresh
• Brakes - Pad replacement / Adjustment
• Cable and Chain lubrication
• ‘Knowing your bike’ - Correct tools and simple checks required to keep your bike road worthy.

NB. This is a hands on course so please bring your own bike to work on and wear suitable clothing. Expect to get your hands dirty!

We understand that financial circumstances differ, and we do not wish for the deposit to prevent anyone from participating. If this cost presents a challenge, please feel free to contact us in confidence. We will do our best to support you and ensure you’re able to attend.

For assistance or further information, please contact us via cycling@walthamforest.gov.uk .