Earn-a-Bike
Earn-a-Bike is a hands-on, bicycle-based, eight-week training program which introduces Hartford youth to the world of bicycles. Young people aged 13-19 earn their bicycle by learning about maintenance, Hartford’s bike history, bicycle science, and safety skills. Participants leave the program with a bicycle that they have tuned up and customized themselves.
Our Spring program starts in February and our Fall program in October. The class runs for 8 weeks with meetings twice a week. Applicants that complete the course earn a bicycle they fix themselves, bike lights, a helmet, and a bicycle lock. Applications close once the class reaches capacity.
BiCi Co. Earn-a-Bike Youth Members and Do-It-Yourself Hours
All youth that complete the full Earn-a-Bike program, in addition to their bicycle, lock, light, and helmets, get a one-year Youth Membership for BiCi Co. DIY Hours. Youth Members can attend BiCi Co. DIY Hours with a parent / guardian to work on their own bicycle.