Join the Healthy Aging and Cycling Series to Get in Cycling Shape this Spring!

Are you a Cambridge resident age 60 and older? Do you want to build confidence on your bike and get in cycling shape? Join us at upcoming cycling workshops and rides offered by the Council on Aging and Community Development Department through the Healthy Aging & Cycling series.

Power Pedal (February - March)

If you're interested in easing into biking with preparatory exercise and strength building classes, sign up for Power Pedal! 

Tuesdays and Thursday through March 27, 9 - 10 a.m.
Option to participate in-person at the Cambridge Senior Center (806 Massachusetts Ave.) or virtually (Zoom link provided)

Sessions will focus on:

Upper body strength building

• Series of exercises using light weights (no heavier than 5 lbs.)
• Standing, seated, and floor exercises.

Full body calisthenics

• Standing, seated, and floor exercises
• Improve balance
• Build torso and limb strength

On-Bike Skills Clinic and Group Rides (April - June)

Join us this spring to learn bike maintenance skills and enjoy leisurely group rides! During On-Bike Skills Clinics, instructors will work with small groups. Participants will learn how to check bicycles for basic maintenance issues and will build skills, stability, and confidence to bicycle. Group Rides will focus on improving on-bicycle comfort and navigating the city by bike. Rides will begin on off-street paths and will gradually increase in mileage while maintaining a relaxing pace.

Helmets will be provided and meet-up locations will be near Bluebikes stations. Older adults who do not own a bicycle can participate with a Bluebike.

Please register in advance by completing this online form. If you have questions, email transportation@cambridgema.gov. 

Dates and Meeting Locations

Wednesday, April 9
Meeting Location: Thorndike Field Park, 99 Margaret St., Arlington, MA (route on Minute Man Trail)
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 8:30 - 9 a.m.   
Group Ride: 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, April 23
Meeting Location: Fresh Pond Reservation, 250 Fresh Pond Parkway, Cambridge, MA (route on Watertown Cambridge Greenway)
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 4 - 4:30 p.m. 
Group Ride: 4:30 - 6 p.m. 

Wednesday, May 7
Meeting Location: Cafe Beatrice,100 N First St, Cambridge, MA (route on Community Path)
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 8:30 - 9 a.m.   
Group Ride: 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, May 21
Meeting Location: Cambridge Senior Center, 806 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA (route on Charles River Greenway)
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 4 - 4:30 p.m. 
Group Ride: 4:30 - 6 p.m. 

Wednesday, June 4
Meeting Location: Cafe Beatrice,100 N First St, Cambridge, MA (route on Community Path)
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 4 - 4:30 p.m. 
Group Ride: 4:30 - 6 p.m. 

Wed., June 18
Location To Be Determined
On-Bike Skill Clinic: 8:30 - 9 a.m.   
Group Ride: 9 - 11:30 a.m.