Class Information
We run our classes at various venues across the U.K. We have try to use outdoor venues because it’s always great to be out in the fresh air, and indoor venues if needs be, just in case it gets a bit too wet and cold during the winter months.
We have classes in the following areas in the U.K.
Sussex, Kent, Surrey, Essex, Wiltshire, Berkshire
Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Bristol, Dorset, Somerset
Due to demand we are adding new venues and areas all the time so if there's not a class available near you please get in touch and tell us where and we'll make sure one is running at a venue near you in the near future.
For enquiries please contact
russell@glidebalancebikeclasses.com
School Holiday Classes
Consisting of one 3 hour class aimed at children of 4-12+ that continues the development of gross motor skills and dynamic balance. The main goal is to get the children pedalling their bikes, with stopping and braking skills to enable them to ride solo on a pedal bike safely and confidently.
If they don't learn to pedal and control their bike the during the class, they can come back free of charge to the next available class and try again until they can.
COURSE FEE: £100
Monday - Friday
AM - 0900-1200
PM - 1400-1700
Weekend Classes
Consisting of one 2 hour intensive class aimed at children of 4-12+ that continues the development of gross motor skills and dynamic balance. The main goal is to get the children pedalling their bikes, stopping and braking skills to enable them to ride solo on a pedal bike safely and confidently. The art of riding a bicycle is dependent upon a good understanding and experience of balance.
COURSE FEE: £100
Sundays
9-12 AM
After school classes
3 lessons over 3 weeks for children of 4-12+ that continues the development of gross motor skills and dynamic balance. As part of Balancability level 2 the main goal is to get the children pedalling their bikes, stopping and braking skills to enable them to ride solo on a pedal bike safely and confidently. The art of riding a bicycle is dependent upon a good understanding and experience of balance.
COURSE FEE: £100
Monday - Friday
4-6 PM
Nursery Classes
This is aimed at children from the age of 2-4 yrs. At this level, the fundamental movement patterns, gross motor skills and dynamic balance are incorporated along with an introduction to the balance bike. Children learn how to pick up, manoeuvre, mount and dismount their bikes and then learn the skills to ride a balance bike safely. The aim of level 1 is to create the confidence to glide a balance bike with their feet off the floor.
COURSE FEE: £100 per 1 hour session (up to 20 max children in 2 x 30 minute classes or 10 max children in a 1 hour class)
Class checklist
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Take the stabilisers off
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Take both pedals off (not the pedal cranks, just the pedals) and bring them to the class with you
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Pump up the tyres
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Check the brakes work correctly
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Adjust the saddle so the feet are flat on the floor with a slight bend in the knee
Your child will need a pedal bike without stabilisers, bike helmet, snacks and water.
If you unable to do any of these preparations, we can do them at the beginning of the class but we prefer the bike be prepared so your child will have more time learning to ride!
If you do not have a bike, then we recommend borrowing a bike from a friend or getting a bike from www.bikeclub.com who hire really good bikes (such as Isla, frogs, squish) and many more brands from £9.99 a month.
We have bikes available to hire. Please check the box when booking that you require a bike. We will be in touch as to what size your child needs.
