Bike Repair Fundamentals: A Practical Introduction to Bicycle Maintenance

From Flat Tires to Fine Tuning: Learn the Fundamentals of Bike Repair

Workshop Details

• Instructor: Jeremy

• Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

• Dates: December 17th-18th, January 21st-22nd, February 25th-26th

• Cost: $295 + GST (6 hours of in-depth instruction, 2-Day Course)

• Class Size: Max of 3 students to ensure individualized attention—sign up early to secure your spot!

Course Description
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of bike repair, covering essential skills for maintaining and fixing your bike’s key mechanical systems. Whether you’re a beginner looking to dive into bike mechanics or someone aiming to enhance your current skills, this course is perfect for you. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own bikes to work on, though bikes are available for those who need one.

Each session will focus on different aspects of bike maintenance, customized to the bikes and interests of the participants. We’ll explore how various components function and how to repair them, including wheels, derailleurs, brakes, drivetrains, bearings, and suspension. The goal is not only to teach you repair techniques but also to help you understand the reasoning behind each method, giving you a deeper insight into the mechanics of your bike.

What You’ll Learn
The course will cover essential maintenance and repair skills, providing practical experience working on your own bike with expert support. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Bike Systems Overview
  Learn the purpose of important components like wheels, derailleurs, brakes, drivetrains, bearings, and suspension, and how they work together to keep your bike running smoothly.

• Preventive Care & Issue Diagnosis
  Gain the knowledge to spot common wear-and-tear early, prevent future problems, and troubleshoot mechanical issues before they impact your ride.

• Custom Learning Based on Your Bike
  Each class is adjusted to focus on the components and repair needs of the bikes participants bring, so you’ll get practical experience tailored to your bike.

Who Should Enroll?
This course is perfect for anyone from beginners to intermediate cyclists who want to understand their bikes better and learn how to fix them. It’s particularly valuable for those who prefer to work on their own bikes and want to understand the theory behind bike maintenance.

• Beginners: Learn basic bike components and essential maintenance skills.

• Intermediate Riders: Expand your knowledge by mastering advanced repairs and preventive techniques.

What’s Included?

• Bring Your Bike: Work directly on your bike during each session, putting your new skills into practice.

• Tools Provided: All necessary tools will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

• Personalized Instruction: Each class is tailored to your needs and bike’s unique components.

• Live Demonstrations: Watch real-time repair demonstrations followed by hands-on practice with expert guidance.

Why Take This Course?

• Build a Strong Foundation: Develop core skills for bike repair and maintenance, which you can continue to build upon.

• Hands-On Learning: Gain practical experience fixing your own bike under expert supervision.

• Flexible & Personalized: Each class is customized to your bike’s needs and the skills you want to learn.

• Learn from the Experts: Receive guidance from experienced mechanics like Jeremy, who provides clear, actionable advice.

Sign Up Today
Are you ready to take your bike repair skills to the next level? Join us for this engaging and hands-on course, designed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to maintain and repair your bike. Whether you want to fix your own bike or simply learn more about how it works, Bike Repair Fundamentals is the perfect starting point.