This class is for children ages 10-14 with a parent or guardian. The emphasis is on interacting safely with traffic. The classes cover:
* the basics of traffic law
* basic bike and helmet fitting
* the most common types of bike crashes and how to avoid them
* how to position yourself properly on the road
* how to let drivers know your intentions
* how to deal with left turns and 4-way stops
The course begins with a classroom-style discussion, then moves to skills practice in a blacktop area, and finishes with a ride around the neighborhood with immediate feedback about safe riding practices. Total time is 3-4 hours. One parent or guardian must register and attend from each family. Everyone should bring a bike and helmet.
Fall 2008 session:
Registration opens 8/29 for residents, 9/5 for non-residents
Cost is $27 per person for Palo Alto residents, $31 per person for non-residents. Total for one child and one adult is $54/$62
Forms and online registration are available at http://enjoyonline.cityofpaloalto.org.
For more information go to http://bikeclass.swent.net/Classes.htm.