| Why Attend | Who Should Attend | About the Course | Dates & Locations | Registration Information |
Why Attend
- You'll become a better rider by learning new techniques, Bike MS safety protocol and Pa./N.J. laws, and new ways to help those around you exhibit safe riding behavior
- Bike MS is waiving the usual fee for this course and offering it for FREE to registered cyclists.
- Participants will have the opportunity to meet training/riding partners and possible teammates who live in their areas
- Participants will be more comfortable handling their bikes and less likely to have accidents and injuries on the road
- Participants will become safer and stronger riders by learning:
- Group riding etiquette
- Laws and rules of the road
- How to use signals and warnings properly
- How to change positions and cross intersections safely
- Information on pace lines
Who Should Attend
The GRS courses benefit novice and experienced cyclists, individuals and team members. We strongly encourage all Bike MS cyclists to join us for a GRS course this summer. GRS courses are required for all Safety Ambassadors and all 10- and 11-year-old cyclists and the parents/guardians who will ride with them.
"I've been riding for 18 years and I couldn't believe how much I learned from the class." - Tony Marchionne, League Certified Instructor
“I just wanted to take the opportunity to thank all of you who I met this weekend at the GRS Class on Saturday as well as all who make the MS Ride and the safety course possible. It was a very helpful class that I will recommend to others.” – 2008 GRS participant
“…I attended the workshop held two Saturdays ago. It was a very good experience and I have recommended it to my team.” – Team captain and 2008 GRS participant
About the Course
The GRS courses are designed for active participation. Bike and helmet are required. Courses include a classroom portion of approximately 60 minutes and an interactive session to practice group riding skills, drills and techniques. The course does not include an actual ride; cycling portion is performed in a parking lot. All group riding skills courses incorporate safety ambassador training. All courses are taught by LAB Certified Instructors (LCI).
What to Bring:
- Bike (required)
- Helmet (required)
- Water (recommended)
- Gloves (recommended)
- Snacks (recommended)
Dates & Locations
Mark your calendar now for the GRS course(s) in your area. To make it convenient for you, we are offering 22 courses over four months across the Greater Delaware Valley. Please click here for the course schedule and to register for the most convenient class for you.
Registration Information
Register now for a GRS course. Bike MS is waiving the usual fee for this course and offering it for FREE to registered cyclists. Registration for all courses closes the Wednesday prior to the course. You will receive a confirmation e-mail after registering with specifics regarding your course date and location.
Capacity for all courses is limited to 30 participants. Please be courteous to your fellow Bike MS cyclists and attend your registered course. Once courses reach maximum capacity, registration for that date and location will be closed (no exceptions). If you cancel, you are taking this spot away from another cyclist.
In the case of inclement weather, the class instructor will e-mail you the morning of the course by 7 a.m. If a rain date is provided for your location, please attend the rain date.
Questions? Contact Nicole Lewis with questions at 1-800-445-BIKE or via e-mail.