Teaching a child to cycle

Is it time for your child to learn to cycle? Or time to venture further afield on the bike?

Either way Cycling Ireland has prepared a set of resources and videos to help you and your child enjoy the experience of learning to ride a bike. The goal is to build confidence and independence.

And once there, we will help you with important tips on how to support your child’s ongoing learning while keeping them safe on the bike and on the road.

So, from getting on the bike … to striding … then gliding … on to starting … and pedalling… we’re with you every stage of your journey. Come along with us on ours.

Step 1 - Taking off the pedals



Step 2 - Getting Ready to Go



Step 3 - Striding



Step 4 - Gliding



Step 5 - Pedaling



Step 6 - Starting Off



Step 7 - Turning

Step by step guide to teaching your child to cycle - Click Here

As a parent/guardian you may like to explore the following resources with a child before going cycling

Egg helmet safety video HERE

Pre checks video HERE

Bike M check poster

Bike M check poster (children's challenge... fill in the blanks)

Braking poster