Each bike ride will visit a different historical or cultural site in the Bay Area, with an aim of learning about the people and communities who’ve created this incredible place we live.

Most rides will be between 15 and 30 miles, with lots of time to rest and talk. Generally, rides will meet at Life Academy at 9 AM on ride days and return by 1 PM, with some exceptions.

We’ll provide a bike, helmet, transit fare (when needed), museum entrance fees, and snacks.

Participants must be young women or gender non-conforming young people currently enrolled in high school (or the equivalent age) for the 2019-2020 school year.

The participant fee is $50-$200 sliding scale (ie, if your family can afford to pay more than $50, please do!) We’re committed to making Freewheel accessible, so if you’re not able to pay the full $50 please apply anyway and we’ll work it out.

The participant fee includes the use of a bicycle and helmet for every ride, with the possibility of purchasing the bike for a reduced fee at the end of the program. It also includes the cost of the Spring Break bike tour.

No! We'll provide bikes and helmets to all participants to use for the rides.

We'll always ride as a group, so no one will get left behind. The rides will be led by experienced bike educators who will provide safety training and guidance to make sure that everyone feels confident and knows how to bike safely and predictably.

We're gratefully accepting road and hybrid bikes in good condition. To arrange a drop-off, please email nora@californiafieldschool.org.