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Bike Education Resources

Are you an educator, volunteer, parent, or individual looking to teach or learn bike and pedestrian safety skills? This is the place for you. A core part of our education program is sharing resources for teachers and learners of all types. From full lesson plans to helpful resources, Bicycle Colorado is here to help.

Adult instructor teaches bike signaling
Group of student bikers
Group of kids learning bike helmet safety

Learning Activity Resources

>> How To Learn To Ride

Bicycle Colorado offers fun and effective Learn to Ride lessons for youth and adults. We use the proven gliding technique, which has most students pedaling within two hours.

Learn to Ride Method (English & Spanish)
Learn to Ride Video (English)
Vídeo Cómo aprender a andar en bici (Español)

>> How To Run A Bike Rodeo

A bicycle rodeo provides children with a safe space to practice essential bicycle skills for navigating their neighborhoods. Bicycle Colorado sets up and facilitates an outdoor rodeo with obstacles like a stop box, “rock” dodge, ride the line, cone weaving, and a snail race.

Email [email protected] to request bike rodeo tips, free signage, and resources, or to request information on Bicycle Colorado running a bike rodeo at your event.

>> Helmet Resources

No matter how short the ride or how experienced the rider, a helmet is an important safety measure we can take in case of a crash.

English Fact Sheet
Spanish Fact Sheet
Vietnamese Fact Sheet
Low-Cost Bike Helmets

Adult teaches youth how to use bike
Police teach bike rodeo

Full Lesson Plans

Bicycle Colorado uses the following curriculum for our Safe Routes to School programming.

Colorado Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School training and curriculum

If you are interested in additional resources, email [email protected] for more information or visit our Educational Services Page.

E-Bike Resources

Investing in e-bike education personally or as an educator ensures safer streets, more confident riders, and the long-term success of this sustainable transportation option. Visit our E-bikes in Colorado hub for resources related to e-bikes and e-bike education, and more.

E-bike rider
Man adjusting e-bike battery

Funding Opportunities

There are many funding opportunities for bicycle education programs available from government agencies, public organizations, private organizations, and companies.

If you need additional support in exploring funding for bike and pedestrian initiatives in Colorado, feel free to reach out to [email protected].

Bicycle Education Throughout Colorado

Colorado is home to a diverse range of organizations that offer different types of Bicycle Education in person and virtually.

Professional Development

Whether you are a bicycle mechanic, educator, or advocate, there are many resources dedicated to adding educational skills and knowledge to your toolbox.