Bicycle Training
Class Attendees:
June 2008
Thanks again
for the great lessons. It was the best money we have ever spent. I have been talking up your program. I'm
a pediatrician and will definately get the word out.
The girls are doing great on their bikes.
Melisa
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June 2008
Mr. Nix,
We
just wanted to take a minute to thank you, your family & staff for such a wonderful experience. A few
short weeks ago, our almost 9-year-old little girl was frustrated and somewhat apathetic about riding her bicycle.
Seeing her riding now without training wheels and enjoying it has been a joy to behold.
I'll admit that I was a little skeptical - I
had initially only hoped that she would develop some interest and lack of fear on her bicycle. My wife and I were amazed last
Saturday to see all of the children riding so confidently after only 4 weeks of your program. Not only is your program effective,
but also the way that you teach it in a supportive and reassuring manner seems to be at the heart of its success. It really
is all that you advertise it to be - and much more.
If
anyone has doubts about your program or has any reservations about involving their child in it, feel free to have them give
me a call.
Thank you so very much.
Alan
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May 2008
We had recently decided to take up cycling as a family
fitness activity and were planning to purchase a bike for our five-year-old daughter so she could ride along with us.
We had heard about the technique of starting a child off without pedals so they could learn to balance, but didn't
have any details on how to approach the lessons in a logical fashion. That was when we saw your promotion
and "demo day" at the Greystone YMCA and felt the class would be perfect for Amber. We honestly
didn't expect her to learn how to ride in only four weeks, but we hoped it would give her a solid foundation for us to
continue working with her on our own.
Amber was very excited about getting her first bike and learning to ride. One of the best things
about the “No Training Wheels” class was the way you took her through a series of small gradual steps that kept
her confidence high and helped her to develop riding skills in a very logical order. After the first class
she told us that riding her bike was her "favorite thing to do". She was never afraid of riding
and wanted to practice the drills from the class every day when weather permitted even though we only have a gravel drive
and don't have a good place for her to ride at home.
We really appreciated the family atmosphere of the class, and Amber loved having all of "The
Bits" kids that she had read about in the "Learning to Ride with the Bits" book helping the students learn
how to ride. Whenever we talked with friends or family about the Amber learning to ride, she loved to tell
the story from the book and to talk about her experiences in the class.
I was very surprised after only two weeks when we took Amber to practice riding
at Heardmont Park and she was able to balance and coast with her feet lifted for up to 50 yards and then make a 180-degree
turn and head back toward us - all without once putting her feet down or losing her balance. The next week
in class she got her pedals put on her bike and she was so excited she couldn't wait to tell everyone.
Before we signed Amber up for the “No
Training Wheels” class she had never even sat on a bicycle. In only three short weeks she went from
no cycling experience to being able to ride on her bike with pedals and without ever having used training wheels.
We're very excited about being able to go riding as a family now, and we really appreciate the Greystone YMCA hosting
the “No Training Wheels” riding class. It has made a huge impact on our family and we're
looking forward to years of cycling together.
Thank You!
Daniel, Betsey, and Amber
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February 2008
My son, Will, is eight
year old and had not interest in riding his bicycle without training wheels. I saw the poster for the “No
Training Wheels” classes and was able to talk to Mr. Nix about Will. Will loves to read so I left
the book out for him to “discover” and he read it at least 6 times the first day. The next
day, he informed me I was supposed to take off his pedals, chain, etc.. I took off just the pedals.
He then informed me that afternoon that he was ready to put them back on! I was surprised by his
determination! I replaced the pedals, he hopped on and rode off…….. never slowing down or
looking back. My niece and I were jumping up and down and laughing but he only ignored us because he expected
to be able to ride all along because “ the book said so!”
Will loves to read and follow directions that are written. He is a visual leaner due to
his autism. This book was just what he needed to get him going. He rides his bike every
day now and loves it!
Thank
you for coming to my gym so I was able to hear about your book. Good luck and God bless you and your family.
Sharon N.
Mom of Will N.
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October 2007
Dear Nix Family,
We loved the No Training Wheels class. Kirsten and Peyton looked forward to coming
each Friday. My hopes were that both of my children would come away with no fear of two wheels (the idea of two wheels was
not something they did not even want to talk about). At the beginning of the third class, my daughter Kirsten
was riding with a huge smile on her face. She was so proud. I know Peyton is not far behind; she wants
to do everything her big sister does.
Thank you Nix Family, we really enjoyed your class and will recommend it to my friends.
Sincerely,
Wendy H.
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May 2007
Dear YMCA,
I wanted to take this opportunity to tell you what
an exciting time the past four weeks have been regarding the “No Training Wheels “program. As
a YMCA member, I thank you so much for giving Harvey and his family the opportunity to use the facility.
My son Bryce is five years old. He had been struggling to find confidence in
riding his bike without training wheels. As parents, we were trying to teach Bryce the “old school
way” of riding a bike. Apparently it was not working. I met Harvey at the YMCA one day and noticed
the book. After speaking with Harvey for a few minutes, I knew this program would be just what Bryce
needed. The book was a great prerequisite for the class. It really prepared Bryce to know what was expected
of him. Bryce thought it was really cool to meet the “real” Big Bit, Little Bit, and Tiny Bit
from the book.
I had to write this letter today because today was
very special. I got to watch my son ride a bike without training wheel with success. What
a smile of mastery he had on his face. As a parent, those moments are to treasure thanks to the help of
Harvey and his program. What is really amazing is that 4 weeks ago my son started out on training wheels
with no confidence. Now he is riding successfully and has the self assurance to ride in the neighborhood
with his friends. Additionally, I can’t say enough about Harvey’s family. Harvey’s wife
and kids were so helpful and kind to the students.
I would recommend this
program to any one who has a child and wants them to learn to ride a bike with true success in a minimal amount of time.
I wish Harvey and his family the best in their future endeavors with this incredible and well needed program.
Sincerely,
Tracy L.
