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Set your kids up for a lifetime of healthy activity

Cycling is a fantastic activity for children, offering fun, exercise, and a sense of adventure and independence.  It’s a great way for kids to engage with the community and experience the neighbourhood – they’ll see all kinds of things you might miss in a car.  Instill a love for bikes and active travel at an early age, and children will ride on into adulthood - with all the benefits that brings for health, wellbeing and the environment.

Bicycle NSW provides a wealth of resources to help children get started with cycling safely and confidently. From kid's activities like scavenger hunts to essential tips on teaching kids to ride, Bicycle NSW ensures that young riders have all the support they need. There is also guidance on bike safety, choosing the right bike, and planning family-friendly rides. Explore our archive of resources to make cycling a fun and safe experience for your children!

In NSW children can now keep riding on the footpath till they turn 16 and supervising adults can ride with them and get more active too!  Check out more bike laws here.

Kids at a City of Sydney balance bike clinic

Courses and training

Many council offer bike skills lessons for kids, and schools are getting on board. See our list of cycling educators across NSW. City of Sydney even runs very popular balance bike clinics for the tiniest riders!

Bicycle NSW is involved with many initiatives to encourage more cycling to school.  The dedicated Active travel to and from school campaign page has all the latest news and projects in this space. 

Resources to get kids rolling

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Injury report omits full story

It is always important to learn from injury data to help reduce future trauma.  However...
Transporting surfboards by bike.

Becoming a car-free family

Our team at Bicycle NSW embraces the joys of cycling in all its forms, but...
Millennial Parents Mother Biking with Toddler inside baby stroller

Family Friendly Bikes

Bicycles come in a range of shapes and sizes, and they can fit your whole...

Bike riders on shared paths

Shared paths are great spaces where everyone can interact and enjoy the great outdoors. Pedestrian...

Entertaining the kids with a bike

School holidays are almost here! With the COVID-19 pandemic limiting travel options this year, we've...
A better street has limited through traffic, low vehicle speeds and plenty of shade. It is a street where everyone feels safe to walk and cycle

We Need More Women and Children Riding Bikes

Bicycle NSW attended a workshop last Tuesday to discuss what’s needed to get to more...

Spring Cycling with the Family

Thirteen years ago, David along with his eldest son and father rode Spring Cycle for...

Ahead or Behind?

The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute found that more children sustain head injuries from recreational sport...

Freedom on a Custom Made Bike

Freedom on a bike For children with a disability, riding a bike provides them with...