BIKE FUN

Community Market Bike Repairs - September 2024
2024-09-19 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Trinity Community Commons, 204 East Trinity Lane, Nashville, TN, 37027, United States
Bring your bike – we’ll help you figure it out.
Come join us on the third Thursday of the month at Trinity Community Commons. We’ll be outside at the Community Market with information on bike riding, taking care of your bike, and more.
It’s free
You don’t have to pay anything to have your bike assessed. If you’d like to make a donation to either Bike Fun or Trinity Community Commons, you are welcome to do so!
First come, first served
Our basic fixes include fix-a-flat, bolt safety checks, and chain cleaning. We will have replacement tubes & tires on a first-come-first-served basis. Come see us and learn how to keep your bike in good riding shape!

Bike Fun is a non-profit whose mission is to create joyful riders in Middle Tennessee.
Trinity Community Commons leverages sacred space to affirm and activate the worth and potential of all members of our community.

5 & 6 Year Old Learn to Ride - September 2024
2024-09-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
You’re Never Too Old to Learn to Ride!
This course is for brand new riders who have either only pedaled on training wheels or who have tried without success to ride without training wheels.
You must register to attend – fill out this registration form! Class size limited to 5 students. Registration fee is $15-25. Income based scholarships available.
Do you know a 5 or 6 year old who needs some help getting going on two wheels? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
Bike Fun is hosting a 5 & 6 Year Old Learn to Ride event. Get your kid started on their bicycling journey!
This course is for 5 and 6 year olds who have never pedaled a bicycle without training wheels. It covers the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
For our learn to ride classes, we emphasize exposure, not expertise. Each human learns at their own pace, and we work with each student within their own ability.
Ages 5 & 6. Bicycles and helmets can be provided for those who would like to attend, but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack! Bike Fun has limited snacks available and will have extra water.
Date: Saturday, September 21st
Time: 2-4 PM
Location: Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC, Nashville 37211
Questions? Contact us for more specifics.

Pedal the Park with Friends of Shelby - September 23, 2024
2024-09-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson Street, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
Take a ride in the park with Friends of Shelby and Bike Fun! Twice a month, we’ll cruise around Shelby Park starting from the Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Trailhead for a casual, no-drop ride, lasting about an hour. Free, social bike ride for ages 10+.
This ride supports new and returning bicycle riders for ages 10 and up who want to learn more about bicycle riding in a no-pressure, encouraging environment. We will learn more about

the hows and whys of greenway riding
basic bicycle maintenance
features of Shelby Park and Bottoms
the work Friends of Shelby Park does to support the park.

Depending on the number of riders, we may split up into different pace groups.

Ride schedule & details
Meet at the Nature Center Trailhead – look for the bicycle riders by the trailhead sign. No RSVP required (unless you need a bicycle – see below!)

Meet up starting at 5pm for a bike inspection and hang out. We’ll provide a safety overview and check everyone’s tires. We will roll out at 5:30pm.
Has it been a while since you last biked? Want to join but haven’t got your own bike? A limited number of bikes are available for us to bring – drop us a line at least 48 hours in advance so we can provide a bike that fits your needs. Bikes are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. Call or text Bike Fun at 615-763-3788 or email kj@nashvillebikefun.org.

Rides are weather pending. We will cancel rides in case of heavy rain, lightning, or extreme heat (heat index of 95 or higher). Check the event calendar for updates!
Ride requirements & requests
If you feel sick, stay home!
We ride as a group to support new and returning bicycle riders – no rider left behind. If you are a more experienced bike rider, you are welcome to come and help other riders build their riding confidence and skills!

Adhere to all greenway trail etiquette (ride on right, signal when passing, stay under 15MPH, slow down around walkers).

There is no charge for this ride, but donations to Bike Fun or Friends of Shelby are gratefully accepted.

Fix a Flat Clinic - September 2024
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn loads about tires and wheels at this focused clinic with Bike Fun.
Want to learn the basics of fix a flat and tire care?
Bike Fun is hosting a Fix a Flat clinic. Bring your wheels or your bike and we’ll break it all down for you!
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $10-15. Income based scholarships available!
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about fixing a flat tire – and preventing flats in the first place.
Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycle wheels can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Tuesday, September 24th
Time: 6-8 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha, 2621 Nolensville Pike, 37211

7 & 8 Year Old Learn to Ride - October 2024
2024-10-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
You’re Never Too Old to Learn to Ride!
This course is for brand new riders who have either only pedaled on training wheels or who have tried without success to ride without training wheels.
You must register to attend – fill out this registration form! Class size limited to 5 students. Registration fee is $15-25. Income based scholarships available.
Do you know a 7 or 8 year old who needs some help getting going on two wheels? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
Bike Fun is hosting a 7 & 8 Year Old Learn to Ride event. Get your kid started on their bicycling journey!
This course is for 7 and 8 year olds who have never pedaled a bicycle before. It covers the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
For our learn to ride classes, we emphasize exposure, not expertise. Each human learns at their own pace, and we work with each student within their own ability.
Ages 7 & 8. Bicycles and helmets can be provided for those who would like to attend, but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack! Bike Fun has limited snacks available and will have extra water.
Date: Saturday, October 5th
Time: 9-11 AM
Location: Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC, Nashville 37211
Questions? Contact us for more specifics.

Bike Lab Open Shop - October 2024
2024-10-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Need tools, parts, support? We got you.
Come join us on the second Tuesday of the month through the end of 2024 at Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC. We’ll have information on bike riding, taking care of your bike, and more.
Indoor shop space is limited to 3 people at a time for up to one hour. We ask for a deposit of wallet, watch, phone, or keys in addition to a signed waiver. We will also have a workstand set up outside for quick fixes or inspections.

It’s donation-based
We’ve got a limited number of spare parts available on a sliding scale basis. If you just need bench space to use tools, consider making donation to either Bike Fun or Cosecha Community.
First come, first served
Basic fix assistance includes fix-a-flat, bolt safety checks, and chain cleaning. We will have replacement tubes & tires on a first-come-first-served basis. Come see us and learn how to keep your bike in good riding shape!

¿Necesita herramientas, piezas o asistencia? Nosotros lo tenemos.
Ven y únete a nosotros el segundo martes de cada mes hasta el final de 2024 en la Comunidad Cosecha en Woodbine UMC. Tendremos información sobre montar en bicicleta, el cuidado de su bicicleta, y mucho más.
El espacio interior de la tienda está limitado a 3 personas a la vez por un máximo de una hora. Pedimos un depósito de cartera, reloj, teléfono o llaves, además de una renuncia firmada. También tendremos un puesto de trabajo en el exterior para reparaciones rápidas o inspecciones.
Es a base de donativos
Tenemos un número limitado de piezas de repuesto disponibles en una escala móvil. Si sólo necesitas espacio en el banco para usar herramientas, considera hacer una donación a Bike Fun o a Cosecha Community.
Por orden de llegada
La asistencia básica incluye reparación de pinchazos, comprobación de tornillos y limpieza de cadenas. Tendremos cámaras y neumáticos de repuesto por orden de llegada. Venga a vernos y aprenda a mantener su bicicleta en buen estado.

Bike Fun is a non-profit whose mission is to create joyful riders in Middle Tennessee. / Bike Fun es una organización sin fines de lucro cuya misión es crear ciclistas alegres en el centro de Tennessee.
Cosecha Community Development exists to gather neighbors together to foster community along the Nolensville Pike corridor of South Nashville. / Cosecha Desarrollo Comunitario existe para unir a los vecinos con el objetivo de fomentar el bienestar de la comunidad.

Pedal the Park with Friends of Shelby - October 14, 2024
2024-10-14 17:00 - 18:30 | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson Street, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
Take a ride in the park with Friends of Shelby and Bike Fun! Twice a month, we’ll cruise around Shelby Park starting from the Shelby Bottoms Nature Center Trailhead for a casual, no-drop ride, lasting about an hour. Free, social bike ride for ages 10+.
This ride supports new and returning bicycle riders for ages 10 and up who want to learn more about bicycle riding in a no-pressure, encouraging environment. We will learn more about

the hows and whys of greenway riding
basic bicycle maintenance
features of Shelby Park and Bottoms
the work Friends of Shelby Park does to support the park.

Depending on the number of riders, we may split up into different pace groups.

Ride schedule & details
Meet at the Nature Center Trailhead – look for the bicycle riders by the trailhead sign. No RSVP required (unless you need a bicycle – see below!)

Meet up starting at 5pm for a bike inspection and hang out. We’ll provide a safety overview and check everyone’s tires. We will roll out at 5:30pm.
YOU MAY WANT TO BRING LIGHTS FOR THE OCTOBER RIDES!
Has it been a while since you last biked? Want to join but haven’t got your own bike? A limited number of bikes are available for us to bring – drop us a line at least 48 hours in advance so we can provide a bike that fits your needs. Bikes are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. Call or text Bike Fun at 615-763-3788 or email kj@nashvillebikefun.org.

Rides are weather pending. We will cancel rides in case of heavy rain, lightning, or extreme heat (heat index of 95 or higher). Check the event calendar for updates!
Ride requirements & requests
If you feel sick, stay home!
We ride as a group to support new and returning bicycle riders – no rider left behind. If you are a more experienced bike rider, you are welcome to come and help other riders build their riding confidence and skills!

Adhere to all greenway trail etiquette (ride on right, signal when passing, stay under 15MPH, slow down around walkers).

There is no charge for this ride, but donations to Bike Fun or Friends of Shelby are gratefully accepted.

Community Market Bike Repairs - October 2024
2024-10-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Trinity Community Commons, 204 East Trinity Lane, Nashville, TN, 37027, United States
This edition of the market repairs is canceled!
Bring your bike – we’ll help you figure it out.
Come join us on the third Thursday of the month at Trinity Community Commons. We’ll be outside at the Community Market with information on bike riding, taking care of your bike, and more.
It’s free
You don’t have to pay anything to have your bike assessed. If you’d like to make a donation to either Bike Fun or Trinity Community Commons, you are welcome to do so!
First come, first served
Our basic fixes include fix-a-flat, bolt safety checks, and chain cleaning. We will have replacement tubes & tires on a first-come-first-served basis. Come see us and learn how to keep your bike in good riding shape!

Bike Fun is a non-profit whose mission is to create joyful riders in Middle Tennessee.
Trinity Community Commons leverages sacred space to affirm and activate the worth and potential of all members of our community.

9 & 10 Year Old Learn to Ride - October 2024
2024-10-26 09:00 - 11:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
You’re Never Too Old to Learn to Ride!
This course is for brand new riders who have either only pedaled on training wheels or who have tried without success to ride without training wheels.
You must register to attend – fill out this registration form! Class size limited to 5 students. Registration fee is $15-25. Income based scholarships available – just contact us!
Do you know a 9 or 10 year old who needs some help getting going on two wheels? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
Bike Fun is hosting a 9 & 10 Year Old Learn to Ride event. Get your kid started on their bicycling journey!
This course is for 9 and 10 year olds who have never pedaled a bicycle before. It covers the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
For our learn to ride classes, we emphasize exposure, not expertise. Each human learns at their own pace, and we work with each student within their own ability.
Ages 9 & 10. Bicycles and helmets can be provided for those who would like to attend, but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack! Bike Fun has limited snacks available and will have extra water.
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 9-11 AM
Location: Woodbine UMC, Nashville 37211
Questions? Contact us for more specifics.

Intermediate Riding Skills for 5 & 6 Year Olds - October 2024
2024-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
This class is designed for students who are comfortable riding a bike and want to learn about handling skills.
You must register to attend – fill out this registration form! Class size is limited to 5 students. Suggested donation $25-35.
Got a 5 or 6 year old who wants to learn more about bicycle handling skills, signaling, or riding with friends?
Bike Fun is hosting a class for Intermediate Riding Skills for 5 & 6 Year Olds. Come help us get your kid up to speed on signaling, weaving, riding with friends and more!
This course is for 5 & 6 year olds who are comfortable riding a bicycle but need to improve their handling skills. It will cover the following topics:

Weaving in between objects
Starting strong/stopping smoothly
Watching out for obstacles/fellow riders

Increase riding skills in a safe and supportive environment. Students will make their own obstacle course for each other to ride.
Ages 5 & 6. Bicycles and helmets provided on request. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack! Bike Fun will have limited snacks available.
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 2-4pm
Location: Woodbine UMC, Nashville 37211 (Cosecha Community)
Questions? Contact Bike Fun for more specifics.

All Ages Learn to Ride - October 2024
2024-10-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Bellevue UMC, 7501 Old Harding Pike, Nashville, 37221
Get Rolling on Your Bicycle Journey
Bike Fun is lead teaching a course for EVERYBODY on learning (or relearning) how to ride a bicycle. This course is meant for brand new riders and for potential riders who are anxious about getting back on a bicycle after a long time away. Walk Bike Nashville is sponsoring the course.
Do you know someone who hasn’t learned to ride a bike but wants to? Do you feel like you could use a refresher after a long, long time away? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
On Sunday, October 27th, 2024, Walk Bike Nashville hosts an EVERYBODY Learn to Ride event. Get started on your bike life!
This course is for people who have never pedaled a bicycle before or who have been away for decades! It will cover the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
This is a multigenerational, all ages learn to ride class. We are limited to 25 students or fewer. Bicycles and helmets are provided. If you have your own bicycle, you may bring it for us to assess for size, functionality, etc.
Bring water, snack, and wear comfortable clothing.
This event is OUTSIDE & WEATHER PENDING. Registrants will receive updates via text & email as needed.
Date: Sunday, October 27th, 2024
Time: 1p-4p
Register: REGISTRATION FORM – you must register so we know what size bike to have for you!
Location: Bellevue UMC, 37221
Questions? Contact KJ for more specifics.

Pedal the Park with Friends of Shelby - October 28, 2024
2024-10-28 17:00 - 18:30 | Shelby Bottoms Nature Center, 1900 Davidson Street, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States

11 & 12 Year Old Learn to Ride - November 2024
2024-11-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
You’re Never Too Old to Learn to Ride!
This course is for brand new riders who have either only pedaled on training wheels or who have tried without success to ride without training wheels.
You must register to attend – fill out this registration form! Class size limited to 5 students. Registration fee is $15-25. Income based scholarships available.
Do you know an 11 or 12 year old who needs some help getting going on two wheels? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
Bike Fun is hosting a 11 & 12 Year Old Learn to Ride event. Get your kid started on their bicycling journey!
This course is for 11 and 12 year olds who have never pedaled a bicycle without training wheels. It covers the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
For our learn to ride classes, we emphasize exposure, not expertise. Each human learns at their own pace, and we work with each student within their own ability.
Ages 11 & 12. Bicycles and helmets can be provided for those who would like to attend, but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack! Bike Fun has limited snacks available and will have extra water.
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 9-11 AM
Location: Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC, Nashville 37211
Questions? Contact us for more specifics.

Basic Bicycle Maintenance - November 2024
2024-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn at home caregiving tasks to keep your bicycle in tip top shape. Receive praise from the bike shop for keeping your bike in good order! Find out why it’s important to shift gears properly, what inflation to use for your tires, how (and why) to clean a chain, and more.
Want to keep your bike on the road and out of the shop? Come learn how just a few maintenance tasks will keep your bike going longer.
Bike Fun is hosting a Basic Bicycle Maintenance class. We will cover the basics of home bicycle maintenance, as well as provide time to answer questions you may have about bicycle maintenance. If you have a bicycle and bring it, we’ll also fill out your very own Bicycle Information Sheet.
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $25-35.
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about taking good care of a bicycle. It will cover the following topics:

How to fix a flat
How to properly inflate your tires
How to clean a chain and diagnose chain wear; and
What each part of your bike is.

Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycles can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Saturday, November 2nd
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha Community, Nashville 37211

Open Streets - November 2024
2024-11-03 12:00 - 17:00 | Antioch Pike, Waller to Glencliff Roads, Nashville, TN, 37211, United States
Poetry is in the streets
Open Streets Nashville temporarily closes streets to cars, encouraging community connection, physical activity, and support for local businesses. This initiative inspires new uses for public spaces, allowing biking, walking, dancing, and more. Neighbors, businesses, and organizations can reclaim street space, creating opportunities for picnics, art, and play. The free event transforms streets into park-like settings, fostering exploration and enjoyment without cars. Originating in Bogotá, Colombia, many cities now embrace Open Streets programs, including Atlanta and Louisville. [text courtesy of the Civic Design Center]
Paletas, play houses, programs and more
There will be a Community Zone, and Arts and Culture Zone, and an Activity Zone along the route. Tour the nearby Glencliff Elementary gardens, have a poem written for you, enjoy a Titans tailgate, and connect with your neighbors in the streets!
Bring your bike or ride one of ours
Bike Fun will be at Open Streets with a bike skills course + some basic information on learning how to ride. Lime & BCycle will have demo bikes to try as well. If you have a bike already, bring it! We’ll safety check it and get you set for riding fun.
See the full Open Streets Nashville website for more information.

Bike and Lunch Ride with Nashville Connector - November 2024
2024-11-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Public Square Park, 194 Union Street, Nashville, 37201, United States
From park to park
Curious about riding a bicycle to work in Nashville? Wondering how to handle the hills, the sweat, the stress? Trade that worry for some comfort from several experienced bicycle commuters who will roll you through some of the ways to get started on your two wheeled adventures.
Come for the lunch, stay for the learn

Join the Nashville Connector & KJ Garner of Bike Fun for a Park to Park ride (Public Square Park to Centennial Park). Lunch is provided with pre-registration.
This Lunch and Learn will be a group ride with real-life demonstration of how to get around in Nashville using provided infrastructure.
We’ll roll to Centennial Park, have lunch, then roll back as a group to Public Square Park (riders are welcome to split off as needed).
Need a bike? No problem! You’ll get a BCycle pass for your round trip.
Free lunch is available — registration required.

Date: Monday, November 4th
Time: 11 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Public Square Park (meet on the Union Street side)
The closest bus stop is WeGo Central, the main downtown bus depot.
Questions? Contact us for more specifics.

Bike Lab Volunteer Session - November 2024
2024-11-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Help us get some bikes cleaned!

We’re in need of some cleaning for bikes that have been in a dusty storage situation.
If you’ve got basic mechanical skills, we’ll also be making adjustments to these simple single speed kids bikes.
Drop by anytime during the hours of 10am and 1pm. We’ll wrap up by 2pm.
We’ll be in the back parking lot of Woodbine UMC, between Nolensville Pike and Grandview Ave.

Bike Fun will supply rags, soap, water, degreaser, etc. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
We’ll be working RAIN OR SHINE.

Bike Lab Open Shop - November 2024
2024-11-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Need tools, parts, support? We got you.
Come join us on the second Tuesday of the month through the end of 2024 at Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC. We’ll have information on bike riding, taking care of your bike, and more.
Indoor shop space is limited to 3 people at a time for up to one hour.
It’s donation-based
We’ve got a limited number of spare parts available on a sliding scale basis. If you just need bench space to use tools, consider making donation to either Bike Fun or Cosecha Community.
First come, first served
Basic fix assistance includes fix-a-flat, bolt safety checks, and chain cleaning. We will have replacement tubes & tires on a first-come-first-served basis. Come see us and learn how to keep your bike in good riding shape!

¿Necesita herramientas, piezas o asistencia? Nosotros lo tenemos.
Ven y únete a nosotros el segundo martes de cada mes hasta el final de 2024 en la Comunidad Cosecha en Woodbine UMC. Tendremos información sobre montar en bicicleta, el cuidado de su bicicleta, y mucho más.
El espacio interior de la tienda está limitado a 3 personas a la vez por un máximo de una hora.
Es a base de donativos
Tenemos un número limitado de piezas de repuesto disponibles en una escala móvil. Si sólo necesitas espacio en el banco para usar herramientas, considera hacer una donación a Bike Fun o a Cosecha Community.
Por orden de llegada
La asistencia básica incluye reparación de pinchazos, comprobación de tornillos y limpieza de cadenas. Tendremos cámaras y neumáticos de repuesto por orden de llegada. Venga a vernos y aprenda a mantener su bicicleta en buen estado.

Bike Fun is a non-profit whose mission is to create joyful riders in Middle Tennessee. / Bike Fun es una organización sin fines de lucro cuya misión es crear ciclistas alegres en el centro de Tennessee.
Cosecha Community Development exists to gather neighbors together to foster community along the Nolensville Pike corridor of South Nashville. / Cosecha Desarrollo Comunitario existe para unir a los vecinos con el objetivo de fomentar el bienestar de la comunidad.

Adult Learn to Ride - November 2024
2024-11-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Cornelia Fort Airpark, 1099 Shadow Lane, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
RESCHEDULED DATE
Get Rolling on Your Bicycle Journey
Bike Fun is lead teaching a course for adults on learning (or relearning) how to ride a bicycle. This course is meant for brand new riders and for potential riders who are anxious about getting back on a bicycle after a long time away.
Do you know someone who hasn’t learned to ride a bike but wants to? Do you feel like you could use a refresher after a long, long time away? Then we have something just for you!
Class Details
On Saturday, November 16th, 2024, Bike Fun is teaching an Adult Learn to Ride small group class. Get started on your bike life!
This course is for adults (18+) who have never pedaled a bicycle before or who have been away for decades! It will cover the following topics:

Getting onto the bike
Basic balance
Starting and stopping
Pedaling
Turning

Come learn how to ride in a safe and supportive environment.
This is an 18+ learn to ride class. Bicycles and helmets are provided. If you have your own bicycle, you may bring it for us to assess for size, functionality, etc.
Bring water, snack, and wear comfortable clothing.
This event is OUTSIDE & WEATHER PENDING. Registrants will receive updates via text & email as needed.
Date: Saturday, November 16th, 2024
Time: 1p-3p
Register: REGISTRATION FORM – sliding scale registration of $15-25.
Location: Cornelia Fort Airpark, 37206
Questions? Contact KJ for more specifics.

HOT CHOCOLATE the Park with Friends of Shelby - November 17, 2024
2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Cornelia Fort Airpark, 1099 Shadow Lane, Nashville, TN, 37206, United States
This is a SPECIAL EVENT to encourage multigenerational bike riding, get to meet other bike riders in the area, and enjoy some tasty warm beverages (presuming the weather is cool enough!). We’ll have hot chocolate and cookies to share.
TAKE OUR PARTICIPANT SURVEY & let us know how many folks you’re bringing if you can!

Ride schedule & details

You can show up starting at 1:30/1:45pm for a bike inspection and hang out. We’ll provide a safety overview and inflate tires. We will roll out at 2:15pm.
THIS EDITION OF THE PEDAL THE PARK RIDE WILL BEGIN AT CORNELIA FORT AIRPARK ON SHADOW LANE.
We will roll as a large all-ages group, then adults/older youth riders will split off for a guided ride on the back end of the greenway. Games are possible for the younger kids at the park entrance!
Has it been a while since you last biked? Want to join but haven’t got your own bike? A limited number of bikes are available for us to bring – drop us a line at least 48 hours in advance so we can bring a bike that fits your needs. Bikes are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. Call or text Bike Fun at 615-763-3788 or email kj@nashvillebikefun.org.

Rides are weather pending. Check here for updates.
Ride requirements & requests
If you feel sick, stay home!
We ride as a group to support new and returning bicycle riders – no rider left behind. If you are a more experienced bike rider, you are welcome to come and help other riders build their riding confidence and skills!

Adhere to all greenway trail etiquette (ride on right, signal when passing, stay under 15MPH, slow down around walkers).

There is no charge for this ride, but donations to Bike Fun or Friends of Shelby are gratefully accepted.

Bike Lab Volunteer Session - November 2024
2024-11-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Help us get some bikes cleaned!

We’re in need of some cleaning for bikes that have been in a dusty storage situation.
If you’ve got basic mechanical skills, we’ll also be making adjustments to these simple single speed kids bikes.
Drop by anytime during the hours of 10am and 1pm. We’ll wrap up by 2pm.
We’ll be in the back parking lot of Woodbine UMC, between Nolensville Pike and Grandview Ave.

Bike Fun will supply rags, soap, water, degreaser, etc. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
We’ll be working RAIN OR SHINE. There’s a covered walkway so we won’t get super wet if it is raining.

Bike Lab Open Shop - December 2024
2024-12-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States

Basic Bicycle Maintenance - December 2024
2024-12-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn at home caregiving tasks to keep your bicycle in tip top shape. Receive praise from the bike shop for keeping your bike in good order! Find out why it’s important to shift gears properly, what inflation to use for your tires, how (and why) to clean a chain, and more.
Want to keep your bike on the road and out of the shop? Come learn how just a few maintenance tasks will keep your bike going longer.
Bike Fun is hosting a Basic Bicycle Maintenance class. We will cover the basics of home bicycle maintenance, as well as provide time to answer questions you may have about bicycle maintenance. If you have a bicycle and bring it, we’ll also fill out your very own Bicycle Information Sheet.
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $25-35.
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about taking good care of a bicycle. It will cover the following topics:

How to fix a flat
How to properly inflate your tires
How to clean a chain and diagnose chain wear; and
What each part of your bike is.

Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycles can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Saturday, December 28th
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha Community, Nashville 37211

Basic Bicycle Maintenance - January 2025
2025-01-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn at home caregiving tasks to keep your bicycle in tip top shape. Receive praise from the bike shop for keeping your bike in good order! Find out why it’s important to shift gears properly, what inflation to use for your tires, how (and why) to clean a chain, and more.
Want to keep your bike on the road and out of the shop? Come learn how just a few maintenance tasks will keep your bike going longer.
Bike Fun is hosting a Basic Bicycle Maintenance class. We will cover the basics of home bicycle maintenance, as well as provide time to answer questions you may have about bicycle maintenance. If you have a bicycle and bring it, we’ll also fill out your very own Bicycle Information Sheet.
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $35-45.
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about taking good care of a bicycle. It will cover the following topics:

How to fix a flat
How to properly inflate your tires
How to clean a chain and diagnose chain wear; and
What each part of your bike is.

Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycles can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Saturday, January 25th
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha Community, Nashville 37211

Fix a Flat Clinic - February 2025
2025-02-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn loads about tires and wheels at this focused clinic with Bike Fun.
Want to learn the basics of fix a flat and tire care?
Bike Fun is hosting a Fix a Flat clinic. Bring your wheels or your bike and we’ll break it all down for you!
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $25-35. Income based scholarships available – contact us for more information!
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about fixing a flat tire – and preventing flats in the first place.
We will cover wheel anatomy, tubes, tires, some tubeless, & selecting PSI.
Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycle wheels can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Sunday, February 2nd
Time: 1-3 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha, 2621 Nolensville Pike, 37211

Bike Lab Volunteer Session - February 2025
2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Help us get some bikes cleaned!

We’re in need of some cleaning for bikes that have been in a dusty storage situation.
If you’ve got basic mechanical skills, we’ll also be making adjustments either simple single speed kids bikes or (less likely) geared, hand brake bikes.
Drop by anytime during the hours of 10am and 1pm. We’ll wrap up by 2pm.
If it’s not too cold, we’ll be in the back parking lot. If it’s cold or raining, we will be inside the Bike Fun Bike Lab.
Meet us at Woodbine UMC, between Nolensville Pike and Grandview Ave.

Bike Fun will supply rags, soap, water, degreaser, etc. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. If there’s interest, we’ll order some lunch!
We’ll be working RAIN OR SHINE with an indoor plan if needed!

Open Shop at the Bike Lab / Taller Abierto en el Bicilab Comunitario
2025-02-11 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Need tools, parts, support? We got you.
Come join us on the second & fourth Tuesdays of the month from February through November at Cosecha Community at Woodbine UMC. We’ll have information on bike riding, taking care of your bike, and more.
Indoor shop space is limited to 3 people at a time for up to one hour.
It’s donation-based
We’ve got a limited number of spare parts available on a sliding scale basis. If you just need bench space to use tools, consider making donation to either Bike Fun or Cosecha Community.
First come, first served
Basic fix assistance includes fix-a-flat, bolt safety checks, and chain cleaning. We will have replacement tubes & tires on a first-come-first-served basis. Come see us and learn how to keep your bike in good riding shape!

¿Necesita herramientas, piezas o asistencia? Nosotros lo tenemos.
Únase a nosotros el segundo y cuarto martes de cada mes en la Comunidad Cosecha en Woodbine UMC. Tendremos información sobre montar en bicicleta, el cuidado de su bicicleta, y mucho más.
El espacio interior de la tienda está limitado a 3 personas a la vez por un máximo de una hora.
Es a base de donativos
Tenemos un número limitado de piezas de repuesto disponibles en una escala móvil. Si sólo necesitas espacio en el banco para usar herramientas, considera hacer una donación a Bike Fun o a Cosecha Community.
Por orden de llegada
La asistencia básica incluye reparación de pinchazos, comprobación de tornillos y limpieza de cadenas. Tendremos cámaras y neumáticos de repuesto por orden de llegada. Venga a vernos y aprenda a mantener su bicicleta en buen estado.

Bike Fun is a non-profit whose mission is to create joyful riders in Middle Tennessee. / Bike Fun es una organización sin fines de lucro cuya misión es crear ciclistas alegres en el centro de Tennessee.
Cosecha Community Development exists to gather neighbors together to foster community along the Nolensville Pike corridor of South Nashville. / Cosecha Desarrollo Comunitario existe para unir a los vecinos con el objetivo de fomentar el bienestar de la comunidad.

Basic Bicycle Maintenance - February 2025
2025-02-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Cosecha Community, 2621 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, 37211, United States
Learn at home caregiving tasks to keep your bicycle in tip top shape. Receive praise from the bike shop for keeping your bike in good order! Find out why it’s important to shift gears properly, what inflation to use for your tires, how (and why) to clean a chain, and more.
Want to keep your bike on the road and out of the shop? Come learn how just a few maintenance tasks will keep your bike going longer.
Bike Fun is hosting a Basic Bicycle Maintenance class. We will cover the basics of home bicycle maintenance, as well as provide time to answer questions you may have about bicycle maintenance. If you have a bicycle and bring it, we’ll also fill out your very own Bicycle Information Sheet.
Registration for the class is here. Suggested ticket price is sliding scale between $35-45.
We will be inside working on our bicycles.
This course is for anyone 13 and up who wants to learn more about taking good care of a bicycle. It will cover the following topics:

How to fix a flat
How to properly inflate your tires
How to clean a chain and diagnose chain wear; and
What each part of your bike is.

Ages 13+ – this is not a youth-specific course, FYI. Bicycles can be provided for those who would like to attend but don’t have their own bicycle yet. Please bring a water bottle/hydration and a snack if you want!
Date: Saturday, February 22nd
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Bike Fun Bike Lab at Cosecha Community, Nashville 37211
