Pedal power helped get youngsters on their bikes and ready to experience life on two wheels.
Last week, Wokingham Borough Council’s road safety team and My Journey Wokingham joined forces to help launch a new Bike Hub in Finchampstead, days ahead of a new games area being officially opened in the village.
The free fun day was held in California Country Park on Thursday, August 18 and saw children take part in free lessons including balance bike training and the opportunity to learn to ride for over fives. There was also a family bike ride around the popular park.
More than 40 children were taught on the day, and parents were quick to praise the council for their efforts.
Rebecca Duffy said: “Just wanted to thank you for your hard work today getting Lilly and Sienna to cycle today. They both can cycle now and want to do it every day for the rest of their lives… their words.”
Another parent was also delighted with the event.
Hannah Steele said: “We felt very well looked after by all the team. I think these events are fantastic and just wanted to feed back my thoughts and pass on my thanks to everybody once more.”
More bike-based help will be on hand this Thursday when the new MUGA (multi-use games area) is formally opened at the recreation ground behind the FBC Centre. Experts will offer free cycling based activities including bike checks and puncture repair sessions.
Instructors will help little ones balance, walk and glide on a balance bike or help them learn to ride a bike without stabilisers. Anyone interested in booking on any training sessions, or would like to find out more, can email: myjourney@wokingham.gov.uk.
Cllr Malcolm Richards, Wokingham Borough Council’s executive member for highways and transport, said: “We are delighted with the interest already shown in the new MUGA at Finchampstead and hope the addition of our new Bike Hub will continue to be utilised to support more children and adults with learning to ride.”
