The Bike Commuter Institute has an educational focus and approach. We are offering classes to the general public, organizations and communities who want to learn more about the possibilities of bicycle commuting as a lifestyle choice.
Our classes,
seminars, and workshops, will use original content to design, develop and deliver easy to understand, and relevant material that will allow individuals and organizations to quickly and easily begin a bicycle commuting program. Below is a sample of our current course offerings and focus.
For Individuals:
Common misconceptions and myths about bicycle commuting
Creating a personalized program for routing and time management
Night Riding: Mandatory equipment to stay safe
Riding in traffic-MN rules and regulations for bicyclists
Essential bike tools, simple repairs for commuters and available road
service for bicyclists
Choosing and designing a route for maximum enjoyment/safety
Selecting and purchasing the right bike for winter riding or
commuting year round
Techniques and best practices for riding in rain, snow, and cold
Choosing bike clothes for all weather riding
Utilizing local and national bicycle resources including:
Websites
Publications (maps, pertinent info)
Organizations, that contribute to and provide extensive
knowledge about cycling in the Twin Cities, Minnesota and other
places
For Organizations:
Creating a bicycle friendly culture in your organization
Proving assistance and training for employees who wish to commute to
your site
Developing incentives for employee commuting
Leveraging city, county and federal resources to maximize the
effectiveness of your program
Please contact us at:
(612) 870-9418 or bikecommuterinstitute@gmail.com to learn more about our programs, and training opportunities.
