Upcoming BikeEd classes in Missouri

Almost all of the MoBikeFed Board has completed a BikeEd class now, and I can tell you that even experienced bicyclists learn a lot by taking the class.

And more than that, the classes are a whole lot of fun!

BikeLeague-sponsored BikeEd classes are being offered in Springfield and St. Louis on these dates:

• Instructors: Coy Hart, Christian Lentz, David Hutchison
  Springfield, October 1, 2005
  
  
• Instructor: Bill Carlson
  St. Louis, October 1, 2005
  
  
• Instructors: Coy Hart, Christian Lentz, David Hutchison
  Springfield, November 5, 2005

The BikeLeague maintains an up-to-date list of all upcoming BikeEd classes in Missouri as well as the list of League Certified Instructors in Missouri.

Details for the upcoming Missouri classes are below:

Road I
Instructor: Coy Hart
October 1, 2005
Location: South Street Christian Church

500 South Avenue
Springfield MO 65801

Fee: $35.00
Description:

POLISH YOUR STREET RIDING SKILLS .with the League of American Bicyclists' Road I Class. You already know traffic is more fun on a bike. Now, get even more enjoyment from your adventures on our roadways. Basic through advanced traffic skills learned in just one day. Classroom discussion, the "Effective Cycling" video, parking lot practice of maneuvers, and a street ride with a variety of situations. Improve your ability to share, communicate, and cooperate. Develop even more confidence in your own capabilities and a more positive attitude towards other road users. Now with three instructors for the price of one in Springfield! The fee includes a new, one year membership to Missouri Bicycle Federation, a $20 value!

Directions:

About 4 blocks south of the city public square ("Park Central Square"), east side of the street, SE corner South Avenue & Elm Street, park in big lot on south side of church building

To register for this course, contact: Coy Hart

417-894-2905
hillbillyoncrank@wmconnect.com


Signup required in advance? Yes
Special signup instructions:

Please contact us as soon as possible as we want to get the manual to you in time for you to read it before class. Study hard, we want you to score 85% or better on both your written and your road test! You can also register with David Hutchison at dhutchison@ci.springfield.mo.us (417-883-2950) or Christian Lentz at christian_lentz@ci.springfield.mo.us (417-864-1036).

Equipment required:

helmet, and operating bicycle required. Consider rain gear.

Road I
Instructor: Bill Carlson
October 1, 2005
Location: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

2030 Union Road
Saint Louis MO 63125

Fee: $30.00
Description:

Classroom, parking lot and 10-mile ride. Students receive Road I Student Manual.

Directions:

I-55 exit east on Reavis Barracks. Enter church parkinglot from Reavis Barracks Road. Church phone # 314-544-3737

To register for this course, contact: Bill Carlson

314-544-8152
wfosterc@aol.com


Signup required in advance? No
Special signup instructions:

Bring cash or write a $15 check for Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and one for Bill Carlson. Refrigerator available for those who want to bring their lunch. Fastfood available in the neighborhood

Equipment required:

Bicycle, helmet

Road I
Instructor: Coy Hart
November 5, 2005
Location: South Street Christian Church

500 South Avenue
Springfield MO 65801

Fee: $35.00
Description:

POLISH YOUR STREET RIDING SKILLS .with the League of American Bicyclists' Road I Class. You already know traffic is more fun on a bike. Now, get even more enjoyment from your adventures on our roadways. Basic through advanced traffic skills learned in just one day. Classroom discussion, the "Effective Cycling" video, parking lot practice of maneuvers, and a street ride with a variety of situations. Improve your ability to share, communicate, and cooperate. Develop even more confidence in your own capabilities and a more positive attitude towards other road users. Now with three instructors for the price of one in Springfield! The fee includes a new, one year membership to Missouri Bicycle Federation, a $20 value!

Directions:

About 4 blocks south of the city public square ("Park Central Square"), east side of the street, SE corner South Avenue & Elm Street, park in big lot on south side of church building

To register for this course, contact: Coy Hart

417-894-2905
hillbillyoncrank@wmconnect.com


Signup required in advance? Yes
Special signup instructions:

Please contact us as soon as possible as we want to get the manual to you in time for you to read it before class. Study hard, we want you to score 85% or better on both your written and your road test! You can also register with David Hutchison at dhutchison@ci.springfield.mo.us (417-883-2950) or Christian Lentz at christian_lentz@ci.springfield.mo.us (417-864-1036).

Equipment required:

Helmet, and operating bicycle required. Consider rain gear.