Nova Scotia: Bike Skills and Yoga Workshop
Bike Skills and Yoga for all ages and abilities
- Learn how to change gears efficiently and effectively to create momentum and ‘spin’;
- Discover the mysteries of the derailleur, the brakes, the cables, optimal riding position, drafting, and more!
- Ride with others in a group, refreshing your knowledge of the rules of the road, and gaining confidence in the traffic flow;
- Incorporate some easy yoga before and after cycling in our beautiful sail loft space to help with balance, strength, and confidence;
- Enjoy a great day outside in one of the most renowned places in the world to bicycle!
What you need:
- a bicycle that works well, with ten or more gears*;
- bicycle helmet, compulsory in Nova Scotia. (If you are renting a bike, the helmet is included);
- moderate fitness level, and some previous cycling experience (we will ride approximately 25km with hills);
- comfortable clothing that will be suitable for both cycling and yoga (dress in layers);
- yoga mat (if you have one: a number of these are available at the studio);
- a sense of fun, adventure, and imagination!
* Bicycles are available to rent from Freewheeling Adventures for $30/day. Please give at least two days notice. Tune-ups are available in our bicycle shop. Please allow at least a week.
The workshop is offered throughout the spring, summer and fall, 11:00 to 16:00. It can be scheduled on demand for groups of three or more anytime.
Workshop facilitator, Cathy Guest, is an avid cyclist and yoga instructor, living at The Lodge near Northwest Cove. Cathy has a background of bicycle commuting and bicycle racing (road and mountain bike). With her husband and partner, Philip Guest, she created Freewheeling Adventures so she could ride her bike all the time! She now teaches yoga in their sail loft studio overlooking the sea, and works with Freewheeling Adventures in operating bicycle tours all over the world.
Workshop cost: $50 includes taxes. Light lunch and snacks are provided. Call 800-672-0775 for more information or to register.
All details and pricing are subject to change without notice. 15% sales tax applies, but a 50% refund will be applied for non-Canadian residents.
