SHIRE Bicycle Lessons

Powered by Three54 Ride Store

At SHIRE Bicycle Lessons, we believe every child deserves the confidence, skills and freedom that come with learning to ride a bike. Powered by Three54 Ride Store, our youth cycling academy provides fun, engaging and professionally delivered coaching for children of all abilities, from complete beginners taking their first pedal strokes to young riders looking to develop their confidence and technique.

Classes available

18/9/2026 6 spaces available

25/9/2026 8 spaces available

2/10/2026 8 spaces available

9/10/2026 8 spaces available

16/10/2026 NO SCHOOL

23/10/2026 8 spaces available

30/10/2026 8 spaces available

6/11/2026 8 spaces available

13/11/2026 8 spaces available

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Classes are as follows…

Parent & Toddler Sessions

Ages up to and including 4 years (Bring Your Own Bike)

Duration: 1.5 hours Price £50.00 Maximum of 8 students.

The perfect introduction to the wonderful world of cycling.

The session begins with our fun and engaging "My Bike" talk, introducing little riders to their bicycle and explaining how learning to ride can become the start of a lifetime of adventures.

Children will then learn the foundations of balance bike riding, including:

• Balance and control

• Starting and stopping safely

• Steering and turning

• Building confidence

We finish with plenty of supervised "Zoomies Time", allowing children to enjoy riding and playing with others while putting their new skills into practice.

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First Pedals & Bike Care

Ages 5–7 years (Parent Participation Encouraged)

Duration: 2 hours Price £75.00 Maximum of 8 students.

Designed for children progressing from balance bikes or already riding independently.

The first part of the lesson introduces simple bike maintenance, teaching both children and parents how to care for their bikes, including:

• Tyre pressures

• Basic brake adjustment

• Chain care

• Correct bike set-up

The riding session is then tailored to ability.

Children still learning to pedal receive confidence-building tuition, while more experienced riders continue developing their skills.

Every lesson ends with supervised riding games where children can enjoy cycling with others in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

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Junior Rider Skills

Ages 8–11 years (Parents Welcome)

Duration: 2 hours Price £75.00 Maximum of 8 students.

As riders become more independent, it's important they also become more knowledgeable.

These sessions cover:

• Pre-ride safety inspections

• Correct saddle height

• Inner tube replacement

• Cleaning and after-ride care

• Riding safely near traffic

• Body position

• Cornering techniques

• Pedal positioning

• Developing confidence and control

Sessions conclude with supervised riding, including the use of small ramps and fun technical features where appropriate.

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Specialist SEN Cycling Lessons

Duration 2 hours Price £75.00 Maximum of 8 students.

Every child deserves the opportunity to experience the freedom and enjoyment that cycling can bring.

Steve has extensive experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and understands that every rider learns differently.

Using patience, practical techniques and plenty of encouragement, these sessions are designed to help children build confidence in a supportive and pressure-free environment.

Parents and carers are welcome to discuss individual requirements before booking so sessions can be tailored to each rider.

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Q. Why choose Shire Bicycle Lessons for your child/ children over any other school or organisation? 

A. Because of Steve, the founder and head coach his passion for sharing the joy of being on two wheels, is un surpassed, he has a vast experience in teaching children to ride both bicycles and motorcycles, he’s fully DBS checked and first aid trained and has a calm and patient approach to coaching. Your child will benefit from:-

• 🚲 Learn to ride confidently in a safe environment.

• 🛑 Understand how to stop safely and under control.

• 👀 Learn to look ahead and anticipate hazards.

• ⚖️ Improve balance, steering and overall bike control.

• 🔄 Master starting, turning and cornering techniques.

• 🚴 Learn how to use gears correctly (where applicable).

• 🛠️ Carry out a simple pre-ride bike safety check.

• 🔧 Understand the basics of bicycle maintenance, including tyre pressures and chain care.

• 🪖 Learn why helmets and correctly fitted equipment matter.

• 🤝 Build confidence, independence and resilience.

• 😊 Have fun while learning through positive coaching.

• 🏅 Receive a certificate of achievement on completion.

Plus they’ll take away:

• Skills they’ll use for years, not just during the lesson.

• Greater confidence to ride with family and friends.

• Better awareness of road and trail etiquette.

• Knowledge that helps keep both themselves and their bicycle safe.

• A sense of achievement that encourages them to keep cycling.

Q. Will my child/ children learn to ride a bicycle on the course?

A. Yes, if they are ever going to learn, remember it isn’t for everyone but our passion and calm persistence will ensure improvement and enjoyment is achieved. 

Q. What if my child/ children fall in love with the bike they hire at the school?

A. We run the Three54 ride store one of the country’s leading youth bicycle shops and we are authorised dealers of Shyre Bikes, Squish Bikes, YOMO Bikes, Woom Bikes, FiT BMX Bikes and more… we also continue to look after Frog Bikes (as a former main dealer) even though Frog unfortunately went into administration early in 2026.

Q. What happens if my child finishes the course and wants to attend again?

A. We are more than happy for anyone to come back as many times as they wish, and can tailor the course so it moves on with your child’s skill set.

Q. What if Mum or Dad wants a lesson, either to gain confidence riding or looking after a bicycle?

A. We are more than happy to accommodate adults in a class, in fact it’s encouraged. 

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The purchase of a high end bicycle is not a small decision to make and it’s a lot of money to spend for it to sit in a garage or shed and not be used, not only have you wasted hundreds of pounds but your child/ children are not going to benefit from the use of the bicycle, being outside in the fresh air, building confidence and socialising, exercising and learning to live a healthy lifestyle. Cycling takes you on the biggest journey of your life from childhood into adulthood, from the early laps ridden in the park with family watching, riding to a friends house, riding to school, meeting your mates at the skate park or some jumps in the woods, to college, a first date, early working life… perhaps a driving licence will see an end to a lot of people’s cycling experience but for others the ability to drive further afield with friends, to the next town or county, bikes on a rack, meet new friends, start competing, competing in another country, flying to an event, making friends around the globe, forging friendships and relationships that last a lifetime, marriage to another rider, spawning the next generation of riders… it could be quite the journey… trust me.