83 degrees article in Tampa.

here is a great article about cycling in Tampa bay and it talks about Penn's Cycling School!


http://www.83degreesmedia.com/features/bike071310.aspx

Traffic skills 101 class anounced.. limited space

Penn’s Cycling School Presents: Traffic Skills 101:

Who: Anyone who wants to develop your bicycle handling skills.

When: Friday April 9, Friday April 16, Sunday April 18 and Sunday May 2

Time: Fridays: 7:00 - 9:15 PM, Sundays: TBD

Where: University Bicycle Center

What: Develop bicycle handling skills. Learn to ride safely in traffic and on multi-use trails, and to fix common mechanical problems. Curriculum developed by League of American Bicyclists

Cost: $70.00 (includes materials) Pre registration required – space is limited

Contact Sharon by phone

Contact: Sharon Monahan: (813) 482-4364

Website: http://pennscyclingschool.blogspot.com/

Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Penns-Cycling-School/116351974208?ref=mf

Important Information

· All riders must sign a release

· All riders must have an approved Helmet and 2 wheeled bicycle in good working order – see your local bicycle shop for tune-up details. (limited helmets may be available)

USF/Penn's Cycling School offers a FREE Commuting Skills Course!

http://www.tampabaycycle.com/2010/02/24/usf-area-offers-bicycle-commuting-skills-courses/

All you Tampa People this is a 1 hr classroom course and 30 min optional ride around USF... its at 12:00PM Friday March 12, 19. and 26 ... come on out its FREE!... contact: bond@cutr.usf.edu to register

USF Area offers Bicycle Commuting Skills Courses During March

Bicycle Commuting Skills for USF Tampa Bay Cycle – Present by Sharon Monahan
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND SPACE IS LIMITED TO THIS FREE CLASS SPONSORED BY TAMPA BAYCYCLE
You will receive a Bicycle Commuting Manual and a Bicycle Light, Helmet or Lock
RSVP to bond@cutr.usf.edu Must be over 18 years of age to attend.

CHOOSE FROM 3 DATES: Fridays, March 12, 19, 26, 2010
Time: 12:00 noon sharp – 1:30 PM
Location: Center for Urban Transportation Research (CUTR)
4202 E. Fowler, CUT100, Room 207 (second floor)
Located off of Alumni between the Engineering Bld. and the Beard Parking Garage

Youth Cycling Skills Instructor Clinic

Penn’s Cycling School Presents: YOUTH Cycling Skills Instructor training:

Who: Anyone who works or wants to work with children or adults on bicycles

When: Saturday March 13, 2010

Time: 8:30AM – 3:00PM

Where: Upper Tampa Bay Trail Ranger Station: 9201 W Waters Ave Tampa, Fl - 33635 ($2.00 park fee required)

What: Youth Skills Instructors will become proficient in implementing the Bicycling Skills 123 for youth cycling skills instruction. This latest updated curriculum is designed by the League of American Bicyclists. As part of the training, Instructors will practice an actual Bicycle Safety Clinic for school age children. This on-hands training will enable instructors to take their knowledge and skill back to their schools and/or communities to implement such clinics.

Cost: $50.00 (includes materials and lunch) Pre registration required – space is limited

To register Contact: Sharon Monahan: (813) 482-4364
Website: http://pennscyclingschool.blogspot.com/


Important Information
• All riders must sign a release
• All riders must have an approved Helmet and 2 wheeled bicycle in good working order – see your local bicycle shop for tune-up details.
• To maintain insurance coverage you must maintain an annual League of American Bicyclists membership.

Skills clinic in Tampa Jan 30!

The Skills Clinic went great! We trained 24 Teachers and 4 others! Everyone had a great time and learned a lot!
Special Thanks to Preston, Tina and Bevin for making this happen!!!

more pics will be posted on my facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Penns-Cycling-School/116351974208

BICYCLE RODEO JANUARY 30, 2010

Bicycle Rodeo

When: Saturday January 30, 2010

TIME: 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Where: Upper Tampa bay trail - 9201 West Waters Ave Tampa, Fl - 33635

WHO: Children of any age

Did you know about 50% of all cyclists who die in accidents are under the age of 16 and the most common place for car/bike crashes to happen is in a residential neighborhood on quiet streets?

A Bicycle rodeo is designed to teach bicycle safety skills and to educate children that when riding a bike they must follow the same rules of the road as a vehicle. The sponsors would like to give your child an opportunity to complete a 6-10 station bicycle rodeo. Using bikes (provided), children will to learn to be safe bicyclists and pedestrians.

Florida State Law states bicycle riders under 16 MUST wear a bicycle safety helmet or they can receive a fine. Please bring your child’s helmet for a helmet fitting. Limited quanities of goodie bags and certificates will also be given away!

Sponsored by: Penn’s cycling School, The League of American Bicyclists, Hillsborough parks and recreation/Upper Tampa Bay Trail and Safe Kids Tampa, led by St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital

Youth And Skills Instructor Training...

Penn’s Cycling School Presents: YOUTH and SKILLS Instructor training:

Who: Anyone who works or wants to work with children or adults on bicycles

When: Saturday January 30, 2010

Time: 8:00AM – 3:00PM

Where: Upper Tampa Bay Trail Ranger Station: 9201 W Waters Ave Tampa, Fl - 33635

What: Students will become proficient in implementing the Bicycling Skills 123 for youth and adults. This is the latest updated curriculum is designed by the League of American Bicyclists. Students will be able to conduct and assist in Bicycle rodeos and as a full Skills instructor you will be able to assist adults in developing and refining basic bicycle skills.

Cost: $50.00 (includes materials and lunch) Pre registration required – space is limited

Register online at: http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=9777
By Mail: send checks payable to Sharon Monahan 18808 Tracer Drive, Lutz FL 33549

Contact: Sharon Monahan: (813) 482-4364
Website: http://pennscyclingschool.blogspot.com/


Important Information
· All riders must sign a release
· All riders must have an approved Helmet and 2 wheeled bicycle in good working order – see your local bicycle shop for tune-up details.
· To maintain insurance coverage you must maintain an annual League of American Bicyclists membership.