{"id":3635,"date":"2022-02-15T16:55:20","date_gmt":"2022-02-15T16:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/ie\/?p=3635"},"modified":"2022-02-15T16:55:20","modified_gmt":"2022-02-15T16:55:20","slug":"take-a-look-at-irelands-first-ever-learn-to-cycle-track","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/ie\/2022\/02\/15\/take-a-look-at-irelands-first-ever-learn-to-cycle-track\/","title":{"rendered":"Take a look at Ireland\u2019s first ever \u2018Learn to Cycle\u2019 track"},"content":{"rendered":"

Last month saw the opening of Ireland\u2019s first ever outdoor \u2018Learn to Cycle\u2019 track, a ground-breaking initiative to help young children to learn how to ride a bike in a safe and enjoyable way.<\/p>\n

Dungarvan\u2019s newest active amenity<\/strong><\/p>\n

The completion of the \u20ac50,000 development, located in Dungarvan in Co. Waterford, has been hailed as a watershed moment. The track features a \u2018mock road\u2019 complete with road markings, signs and even a pedestrian crossing \u2013 allowing children to pedal their way to real-life road cycling success without the worries of traffic.<\/p>\n

The emphasis on safety is a large reason why the park has been so warmly welcomed by parents of young children who are preparing for life on the bike, and the complex also includes an immersive training area aimed at those who are taking their very first spins in the saddle.<\/p>\n

Peter Jones of Waterford Sports Partnership says: \u201cThe educational area is the biggest bespoke thing for us. We can take preschools to deliver balance bike training so young children can learn fundamental movement skills. This is a great way to show children, \u2018this is a pedestrian crossing, this is a junction, etc\u2019, and give them that guided discovery to learn the rules of the road in a danger-free zone.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Another feature of the area is the use of interactive learning for both children and adults alike; QR codes are utilised to assist with parents coaching their own children, and the features a series of practical instructional videos.<\/p>\n

A true community-led initiative, the park is open to all \u2013 a major focus of Waterford Sports Partnership and Waterford City & County Council throughout its design and implementation. \u00a0The prospect of a host of courses, including cycle safety, balance bike training, disability cycling, and Cycle Right, highlight the diverse nature of the amenity and its capacity to serve more than just the little ones.<\/p>\n

Indeed, partnering with Cycling Ireland, the Road Safety Authority and the local Active Travel area has paved the way for extensive future plans \u2013 as Peter reveals. \u201cWe\u2019re installing a Performance Area next, and this should be open in March or April 2022. A BMX pump track and skate park will also be opened by the end of the year, and we\u2019re looking at creating an Outdoor Gym in 2023. This area is for all ages, whether you are two or ninety-two!\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond the track<\/strong><\/p>\n

The location of the park also makes it the perfect choice for cycling enthusiasts of all ages and stages, with the spectacular Waterford Greenway<\/a> only a stone\u2019s throw away. The greenway provides 46km of uninterrupted car-free track, making it a glorious passage to pedal on for those who\u2019ve got up to speed.<\/p>\n

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In the meantime, the \u2018Learn to Cycle\u2019 park will continue to prepare aspiring riders for the road ahead. \u201cIt really isn\u2019t a complicated initiative to bring to life,\u201d Peter says. \u201cBut the value for money that everyone gets from a concept like this is invaluable; we should all be promoting healthy and active lifestyles.\u201d<\/p>\n

With Wexford county councillors already advocating for their own \u2018Learn to Cycle\u2019 track<\/a>, it seems that we will be seeing similar amenities popping up around the country \u2013 and sooner rather than later!<\/p>\n

You can find out more information on Dungarvan\u2019s recreation park by visiting the Waterford Sports Partnership website<\/a>. The project was part funded by the Local Government Fund and the Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation administered by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. Works were completed by local contractors Richard Forristal Ltd.<\/p>\n

Are you feeling inspired and looking to get your children involved in the cycling cheer? Check out our <\/strong>guide on bike options!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Images by Waterford Sports Partnership and Waterford City & County Council<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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