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We hold regular courses covering bike maintenance. They run from introductory level through to intermediate and, less frequently, more specialist advanced sessions.

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Email Bill to book at training@humanpowered.com.au or phone on 9029 6504 to book your place. Bookings and payment in advance are required for all classes.

Two qualified, cultured and experienced trainers are present for each session. We have facilitated many training programs to date in a range of environments for participants of all levels. The classes are flexible, relevant and hands on.

The training cost is $55 per participant per class. The Human Powered Discount is available for low income/concession cyclists. All classes are held at headquarters, 562 High Street Thornbury (check the map).

Your first training session includes a copy of Save My Bike maintenance handbook (the best home reference we’ve found yet for bike maintenance).

Make sure you wear old clothes and closed toe footwear. Bring your bike, a notepad and pen, any questions you’ve got.

Introductory Maintenance

Course content

  • removal of wheels (front wheels, derailler gear rear wheels but not hub gear wheels as the procedure can be very specific to the model and more complex)
  • puncture repair
  • tyre pressure and condition
  • safety check of bike
  • basic bike fit and ergonomisc

Intermediate Maintenance

Course content

  • brake set up and adjustment
  • gear set up and tuning
  • a more in depth safety check of your bike
  • cleaning your drivetrain
  • changing cables

The exact content will depend on the background of the participants and the areas you are most interested in learning about.

All classes include time for discussion and answering questions.

The January intermediate class has been hugely popular. Even if none of the coming dates suit, send us an email and we’ll keep you in the loop.

Upcoming courses

  • Wednesday 15th September Intermediate, booked out
  • Wednesday 20th October Introductory, space still available (book now)
  • Wednesday 17th November Intermediate, space still available (book now)
  • Wednesday 15th December Introductory, space still available (book now)

Bookings

To guarantee a place, booking and prepayment is required. Do this by visiting HQ or by phone with a credit card handy (we’ll mail the receipt and tax invoice to you). If you need to bail, make sure it’s at least a week before the class… otherwise we can’t offer a refund.