What’s on in York: Balance bike sessions for tots

riding-clipart-kids-riding-bikes-clipart-25232Young children in York can get into gear at special balance bike sessions for tots at the traffic free York Sport Village.

The City of York Council hosted sessions are aimed at three to five year olds and are run by nationally qualified Bikeability instructors.

The 45 minute sessions are specifically designed to prepare children aged three – five years with the balance and co-ordination skills required to progress to a pedal bicycle.  By learning through games and activities the sessions provide youngsters with a positive early experience of being on two wheels which can help the transition to pedal bike without a need for stabilisers.
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