Currently, there are several League Cycling Instructors in Champaign County. Notable contacts include: Lily Wilcock, Cynthia Hoyle, and Jeff Yockey. This training is provided through the League of American Bicyclists, and it supports bike education classes from certified instructors.
On October 15, from 8-noon, Lily Wilcock and Cynthia Hoyle taught seven people to be Youth Cycling Instructors in Champaign County. This training provides information on bike rodeo set ups and cycling instruction for youth.
There are currently four League Certified Instructors in Champaign County: Valerie Sivicek, Cynthia Hoyle, Tim Marty, and Sue Jones.
Traffic Skills 101 (TS101) will be offered May 4 from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the C-U Mass Transit District, 1101 E. University, Urbana. The course is designed to give cyclists the confidence they need to ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail. Bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills, and crash avoidance techniques will be covered. The curriculum is fast-paced and prepares cyclists for a full understanding of vehicular cycling. It is recommended for children and adults over the age of 14.
Pre-registration is required. Contact Cynthia Hoyle at choyle@cumtd.com or (217)278-9059.
