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
Saturday 25 October 2025, 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.
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:
Saturday 25 October 2025, 12.30PM-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.
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.
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