Events
This Adult Learn to Ride class, hosted by BikeArlington in partnership with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association, is for participants 18 and older. Experienced instructors break the skills down step by step to get you on a bike and rolling in no time. Participants learn to start and stop, balance, glide, pedal and steer a bike and progress at their own pace.
This class is for you if:
You have never been on a bicycle before.
You have not ridden a bicycle in many years.
You have previously tried to learn how to ride a bicycle, but were unsuccessful.
Equipment:
A bicycle and helmet will be provided for all class participants.
You will be asked to provide your height in the registration portal so that we can reserve a properly sized bicycle for you.
Registration:
This class is $10 for Arlington residents and $85 for non-residents.
To learn more and register, click here.
Please note that the rain date for this class is Sunday, April 20.
This Trail Riding Basics class, hosted by BikeArlington in partnership with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA), teaches you the skills you need to ride safely, confidently, and considerately on our region’s many trails and multi-use paths.
In this class, we focus on practicing basic bike handling skills such as shifting, scanning, signaling, gradual braking, and weaving. Instructors discuss the importance of trail etiquette while riding on a multi-use path and answer any questions that participants may have about trail riding for commuting or recreation.
At the end of class, we’ll go for a group trail ride, where participants put their newly acquired skills to the test. Have any questions? Email WABA at education@waba.org.
This class is for you if:
You already know how to ride a bike but do not have much experience riding on trails.
You have experience riding on trails, but would like to learn skills that will help improve your ride.
You have recently taken a WABA Basic Skills Clinic.
You have recently taken a WABA Learn to Ride class and were riding confidently with two pedals by the end of class.
Equipment:
Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and helmet for this class.
Bikes must be in good working order.
Prefer to use Capital Bikeshare? WABA will provide coupons for a FREE 4-hour rental to those who need. You can request a Capital Bikeshare coupon during registration.
Registration:
This class is $10 for Arlington residents and $85 for non-residents.
To learn more and register, click here.
Please note that the rain date for this class is Sunday, May 4.
Bike to Work Day 2025 is THURSDAY, MAY 15!
BikeArlington invites you to hop on a bike and join the fun on Thursday, May 15, for Bike to Work Day 2025—whether you’re commuting to your workplace or working from home!
Celebrate biking, sustainable transportation, and our gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community!
Registration is now open!
To sign up for this FREE event:
- Visit the regional Bike to Work Day site for a list of all 100+ pit stops in the DMV, including eight in Arlington and three hosted by BikeArlington in Ballston, Rosslyn, and Shirlington.
- Select the pit stop that’s most convenient for you, and
- Register at that pit stop.
On the morning of THURSDAY, May 15, bike to your pit stop, check in, and pick up your FREE Bike to Work Day 2025 T-shirt – first come, first served. Stick around and mingle with other riders; enjoy entertainment; snag giveaways, bike maps, and other resources; and refuel with tasty refreshments, while supplies last. Then, get back on your bike and start your workday. Rain or shine!
Help Arlington meet our goal of 2,025 registrants in 2025!
Don’t delay, register today!
E-bikes, Capital Bikeshare, cargo bikes, tricycles, scooters, and skateboards welcomed!
Be sure to follow @BikeArlington and share your Bike to Work Day photos on Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and X, using hashtags #BTWD2025 and #BikeArlington.
Thanks to BikeArlington’s 2025 Bike to Work Day sponsors:
Piedmont Office Realty Trust
Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe (Ballston and Rosslyn pit stops)
McDonald’s/McD Mateos (Rosslyn pit stop) and
Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken (Shirlington pit stop)
