Our Youth programs are rooted in the belief that young people thrive when they are valued, when they value themselves, and when they feel a sense of belonging. They are designed to engage youth in technical bike repair instruction and riding opportunities, which open doors to healthy development, active lifestyles, civic engagement, social justice advocacy, and environmental stewardship.
Below is a calendar showing all upcoming youth program opportunities!
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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Mountain Bike Saturday 9:00 am Mountain Bike Saturday Mar 25 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Alumni only. Held on Saturday mornings year-round based on availability. Join us at Bike Works at 9 AM, grab a bike, hop in the van with us, and head out to a Mountain Bike Park[...] Drop-Ins 2:00 pm | ||||||
Different Ways to Get involved in Bike Works!
Community Drop-Ins
What are drop ins?
Participants will practice their bike repair skills, earn community service hours, have access to our stands & tools to occasionally work on their own projects, and have progressive opportunities to teach and mentor as they engage. Come to learn new mechanic skills, practice old skills, work towards earning a bike or parts for a bike, or just say what’s up and hangout! As in our Earn-A-Bike program, youth are rewarded for their hard work by earning bikes and parts as they log more hours.
Who are drop-ins for?
For new participants and alumni! Drop-In hours are on Saturday afternoons in our classroom space. You do not need a prerequisite to attend Drop-Ins. Drop-Ins are open to anybody 12-24 who is interested in being a youth programs participant at Bike Works and will comply with our community agreements based in respect and safety.
Riding Programs
What are rides programs?
Do you love riding your bike? Are you new to biking and want to explore more? Join us for one of our rides programs!
Mountain Bike Saturdays
Alumni only. Held on Saturday mornings year-round based on availability. Join us at Bike Works at 9 AM, grab a bike, hop in the van with us, and head out to a Mountain Bike Park for a few hours. We will practice skills, learn new skills and ride trails together! Rodeo not included in Mountain Bike Saturdays.
Distance Riding Club
Open to all! Are you interested in challenging yourself and exploring the greater Seattle area on a bike? Distance riding club starts in the Spring. We will work on our skills and endurance, and building up our riding ability while taking care of and listening to our bodies.
Cyclocross Rides
Fall Season – Open to all!
Bike Riding Summer Camps
Camp Schedule Coming Soon!
Who are rides programs for?
For new participants and alumni! Bike riding is for everyone. If you are in search of adult riding opportunities please refer to our Adult Programs Page. Drop-Ins are open to anybody 12-24 who is interested in being a youth programs participant at Bike Works and will comply with our community agreements based in respect and safety.
How can I sign up for rides with Bike Works?
You MUST complete a bicycle rodeo with us before attending a ride. Some programs will hold rodeos for new participants on the first day, for other programs, we will need to arrange a rodeo for you before you participate.
In order to attend a ride you MUST also have submitted a completed digital med form in the past 12 months. Then you can sign up on our calendar here.