Learning to ride a bike:

Exercise is a really important part of early years’ development, it provides so many wonderful opportunities to explore new adventures and is a way of developing and discovering new skills that have yet to be explored. If a child takes part in exercise everyday whether it be walking, running, climbing, dancing, running, jumping or playing active games, this all plays an important part in developing a love of physical activity.

As part of the child’s journey at school, we feel it is important for children to get outdoors and learn how to ride a bike.

Here are some great reasons why cycling is good for children:

• Cycling improves fitness and encourages children to get fresh air and Vitamin D.
• It encourages a child from a younger age to be healthy through exercise.
• Cycling raises the heart rate, keeping hearts and bloody circulation healthy.
• Cycling boosts a positive mental attitude.
• Pedalling activates the leg muscles, building strength and muscle mass in the legs. At the same time, cycling helps create stability in the torso, and improves children’s visuospatial skills and coordination’.