Many kids learn how to pedal within 1 -3 hours of instructions. For some, achieving the skill may take more practice at home, another group class, or a private lesson. There are factors that determine how many lessons it will take:

1. Risk Tolerance: How risky or cautious is your child? The more cautious or nervous, the longer it may take.

2. Motivation: How motivated are they to learn? The more motivated, the quicker they learn.

3. Balance: Have they had any practice with balancing on a bike? Past experience on a balance bike is very helpful when learning to ride.

4. Coordination: How coordinated are they? Some kiddos may not be ready to coordinate putting feet on their pedals.

We emphasis that each child learns the skill at their own pace. We don't push them to reach the milestone if they are not ready. We look for progress and celebrate each individual's success!

Yes! We provide high-quality Guardian and Woom bikes for all Learn to Ride classes. These bikes are ideal for learning because they feature kid-friendly geometry, lightweight frames, and hand brakes instead of coaster (pedal) brakes, making them easier for new riders to control and balance.

Our coaches will carefully fit your child to the bike that's best for their size and skill level and can recommend the appropriate bike size for future riding after class.

Children are also welcome to bring their own bike (without training wheels). Our goal is often to help riders learn on one of our beginner-friendly bikes and then transition to their own bike by the end of class whenever possible. This helps ensure your child leaves with the confidence to ride the bike they'll be using at home.

We typically recommend registering for a group class first to get the basics. We have an array of kids ranging ages 5-12 (so, no, your child will not feel out of place based on age!) and ability levels in the class.

We provide a strictly non-competitive environment so kids can feel comfortable learning at their own pace. The positive peer influence encourages kids to learn to ride and group classes are FUN!

You know your child best and if you feel they will thrive in a 1:1 environment, we can do that! We have plenty of options for both group and individualized instruction. Not sure? Contact us and we will help guide you based on your child's needs.

Private Lessons and Classes:

Coaches are not able to escort children to the restroom, so we ask that you remain nearby in case your child needs assistance during class or break time. Otherwise, you will not be needed to assist during class. In fact, we encourage you to bring a camp chair so you can enjoy watching your child have fun learning to ride!

Camps: You are welcome to drop-off or stay during camps.

1. Bring their bike if they have one. The goal is to have them ride the bike they will ride at home by the end of class. If they don't have one or you are not sure if your child's bike is the right fit, no worries! Simply check that you need to borrow one during the registration process. We have plenty of high-quality bikes in various kids sizes, so either way we have you covered!

2. Properly fitted helmet. (We have some extras if you forget!)

3. Small snack and water bottle.
We will take a break halfway through class to refuel!

We love GUARDIAN BIKES. They are one of the safest, most kid-friendly bikes we've seen since starting classes in 2018!

With features like the SureStop brake system, lightweight frames, and kid-friendly geometry, they're perfect for new riders.

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Yes! We would love to accommodate your child’s needs. Please contact us to discuss how we can help. We believe everyone can build confidence through bike riding.

We know plans sometimes change, and we do our best to support families while also making sure classes run smoothly for everyone.

• 7 or more days before your class start date: You may request a full refund.

• 3–7 days before your class start date: We’re happy to transfer your rider to another available class session, but refunds are not available during this time. Families may transfer themselves using the link provided in their confirmation email, or contact us if assistance is needed.

• Within 3 days of the class start date:Refunds and transfers are not available, as late changes can affect class structure, coaching ratios, and other participants’ experience.

We ride in most weather conditions, but safety always comes first.

• Classes will continue as scheduled in rainy conditions

• Classes may be paused, delayed, or cancelled for severe weather such as heavy rain, lightning, high winds, or unsafe conditions.

• If Balanced Kids cancels a class due to weather, you will receive a transfer to another available class.

• No refunds are provided for weather-related cancellations.

Thank you for understanding and helping us keep classes running smoothly for all riders. We look forward to riding with your family!

All of our classes are in safe, blocked off areas in quiet locations. Our instructors are CPR and First Aid certified, and we carry a first aid kit to every session. Balanced Kids Atlanta maintains the necessary liability insurance to operate safely and responsibly.