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Bike Maintenance courses

Learn to fix your bike

Take control by learning how to service and maintain your own bike.

Be trained by experienced bike mechanics in a relaxed and friendly environment.


Our courses are booked on an individual or group basis. If you'd like Bike SA to deliver a course to your school, workplace, or community, get in touch with us. To book a course as an individual, view our next available sessions below.

Bike Check & Puncture Repair

Ideal for beginners and casual riders

2 hour course

 

You’ll learn:

  • How to do a full pre-ride safety check
  • How to repair a puncture (tube and tubeless)
  • Minor tweaks to keep your bike comfortable and safe
  • What to carry so you're never caught out


Perfect for: commuters, recreational riders, or anyone who wants to stop relying on the bike shop for every little thing. 


This workshop is open to all people and riding backgrounds. No pressure, just a supportive environment where you can ask questions, get hands-on experience, and improve your bike maintenance skills. 

Next session

Upcoming Course Dates 


  • Saturday 7th Feb 9am-11am
  • Saturday 9th May 9am-11am


Note: recommended age 13yrs+ to participate


Would you like to book for a group? Contact us to arrange a booking for your workplace, community or school.

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Brakes, Chains & Gears

Level up your DIY maintenance

4.5 hour course


You’ll learn:

  • How to replace & deglaze disc brake pads
  • How to fit a chain
  • How to adjust your rear derailleur for crisp shifting
  • What tools and spares to carry on the trail or road


Perfect for: confident beginners, regular riders, or anyone ready to get hands-on with the key systems that keep your bike moving. 


This workshop is open to all people and riding backgrounds. No pressure, just a supportive environment where you can ask questions, get hands-on experience, and improve your bike maintenance skills. 

Next session:

Upcoming Course Dates


  • Saturday 7th Feb 12.30-5pm
  • Saturday 9th May 12.30-5pm


Note: Minimum age 16yrs to participate


Would you like to book for a group? Contact us to arrange a booking for your workplace, community or school.

Book now

Youth bike maintenance course

Level up your DIY maintenance

4 hour course


Bike SA – Bike Maintenance Course for Youth (Ages 12-17)


Bike SA's Youth Bike Maintenance Course is a fun, hands-on workshop where participants learn essential skills to keep their bike running smoothly, whether they’re brand new to bike maintenance or already tinkering in the shed at home.

Whether you know only how to fix a puncture or you are already screwing on your bike in your freetime, this workshop will help you better understand your bike and keep it running smoothly.


What They’ll Learn:

  • Tubes: How to repair a puncture
  • Brakes: How to adjust their brakes
  • Chain: How to fit or replace a chain
  • Gears: Basic rear derailleur adjustment
  • Essentials: What tools and spares to carry on a ride

This session is open to all young people, no matter their riding or mechanical experience. It’s a relaxed and supportive environment where they can ask questions, get hands-on practice, and build confidence.


Parent information

A parent or guardian must complete the consent form for the young person attending the course.

Bike SA Bike Maintenance Youth Consent Form – Fill in form



Perfect for: confident beginners, regular riders, or anyone ready to get hands-on with the key systems that keep your bike moving. 


This workshop is open to all people and riding backgrounds. No pressure, just a supportive environment where you can ask questions, get hands-on experience, and improve your bike maintenance skills. 

Next session:

Upcoming Course Dates


  • Sunday 8th Feb 9am-1pm
  • Sunday 10th May 9am-1pm



Would you like to book for a group? Contact us to arrange.

Book now

Frequently Asked Questions

 We cap each session at 8-10 participants to ensure a relaxed, supportive environment and plenty of hands-on practice time. 


 Yes. Each workstation is fully equipped with professional-quality tools, lubricants, safety gear and cleaning materials relevant to the course content. 


 Yes. We have a dedicated fleet of bicycles, components, and wheels for classroom use. Each workstation is set up with specialised equipment to help you get the most out of your learning experience. 


 No. Each workstation includes a demonstration bike for two participants to work on. Our instructor provides clear, step-by-step guidance so everyone can practice the same procedures.
This course focuses on building a general understanding of bike maintenance that you can easily apply to your own bike at home.
Please note: Due to time constraints, we can’t cover every brand or component type in detail. We primarily use SRAM and Shimano products (the two most common brands), as most servicing procedures are similar across brands. 


 Around half of the course involves demonstrations and discussion, and the other half is hands-on practice at your workstation. 


 Yes, you’ll receive a certificate of completion after attending. 


Absolutely! We offer custom workshops for schools, workplaces, councils, and community groups. Contact us to discuss your needs. 


Contact Us

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office@bikesa.asn.au 08 8168 9999

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