Traffic Skills 101–Part 1

Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 is ideal for all riders, including those relatively new to city cycling, those returning to cycling from a long hiatus, those who want to be more in tune with bike progress in New York City, and those who want to be more confident cycling on busy streets. In other words, if you are interested in taking to the streets but want to do so with a more complete understanding of where you belong on the road, Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 is for you. Additionally, this quick after-work class fulfills the prerequisite for attending the on-bike Traffic Skills 101 — Part 2 group class and ride.

Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1  is open to adults and mature teens who are at least 14 years old. Participants between 14 and 18 years old must attend with a legal guardian.

Are you comfortable balancing and pedaling but definitely not ready for open streets? Need help starting, stopping, and riding with control? Consider attending Bike New York’s free, 2-hour Bicycling Basics class, which teaches these essential cycling skills.

Are you interested in earning certification as a League Cycling Instructor? If so, Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 is only a portion of the League of American Bicyclists Road I class, and does not entirely fulfill the requirement for entering the training and certification seminar to become a League Cycling Instructor. Students interested in pursuing LCI certification must complete both Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 and Traffic Skills 101 — Part 2, or the full-day Traffic Skills 101 class.

If you are interested in private instruction, visit the League of American Bicyclists website to find a certified cycling instructor in your area.

The 2011 class season has ended. Classes will resume in April 2012. Please check back in February 2012 to view a class schedule and to register.

Once you attend a Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 class, put your knowledge into practice through Traffic Skills 101 — Part 2, the on-bike session that complements your classroom learning.

Then, consider joining Bike New York at the Discover Hudson Valley Ride or the Twin Lights Ride, which give you the choice of riding 18 to 100 miles on beautiful routes outside New York City.

Also consider paying it forward! Much of Bike New York’s free educational programming is run by trained, dedicated volunteers. Find out how you can help others become more competent cyclists here.

If you are a skilled, knowledgeable cyclist and you enjoyed Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1, consider becoming a League Cycling Instructor (LCI). Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 is only a portion of the League of American Bicyclists Road I class, and does not entirely fulfill the requirement for entering the training and certification seminar to become a League Cycling Instructor. Students interested in pursuing LCI certification must complete both Traffic Skills 101 — Part 1 and Traffic Skills 101 — Part 2, or the full-day Traffic Skills 101 class.

Bike New York’s certified League Cycling Instructors also lead Traffic Skills 101 classes for groups of engineers, urban planners, transportation management associations, public health officials, and others. Individuals are welcome to coordinate a free Traffic Skills 101 course for their co-workers or community group (minimum 12 participants) in the New York metro area. Simply email Emilia Crotty to set a date and location. Class Host Guidelines >>