Overview
Being able to ride a bike helps children get around quickly, makes them stronger, builds confidence and is good for the environment. Adapted bikes also help build core strength.
There are lots of cycling and scooting opportunities locally. We have organised these by age range.
Early years (age 0-5)
- Badu Sports - sports programmes and clubs
- Lee Valley Velo Park - cycling tracks and trails in the Olympic Park
Key Stage 1 (age 5 to 7)
- Badu Sports - sports programmes and clubs
- Hackney Council Cycle Training - cycle skills activities
- Lee Valley Velo Park - cycling tracks and trails in the Olympic Park
- Like2bike - supports children to cycle
- Transport for London - cycle training for all abilities
Enhanced offer for children with SEND
- Wheels and Wheelchairs - London-based skaters, rollerbladers and wheelchair users
Key Stage 2 (age 7 to 11)
- Badu Sports - sports programmes and clubs
- Hackney Council Cycle Training - cycle skills activities
- Cycle Club Hackney - cycling and cycle sport for all levels
- Cycle Sisters - cycling group
- Dr Bike - experienced mechanics to check bike health
- Lee Valley Velo Park - cycling tracks and trails in the Olympic Park
- Like2bike - supports children to cycle
- Pedro Club - youth club with cycling classes
Enhanced offer for children with SEND
- Pedal Power - cycling club for teenagers and adults with learning disabilities
- Wheels and Wheelchairs - London-based skaters, rollerbladers and wheelchair users