Get in touch with Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer directly

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required

Our Kids logo

Go back to profile
Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer logo

Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer Reviews 

All reviews (13) Alum (0) Parent (11) Camper (0) OUR KIDS Reviews (2)

Video interviews

OUR KIDS talks with insiders from Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer for their insights

Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer video review by Parent Marjorie Celis

Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer: Parent Interview with Marjorie Celis

Watch our Parent interview with Marjorie Celis to hear firsthand what children experience and how they grow at Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer. Watch interview

all_reviews parent

Short reviews of Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer

Quick, short-form reviews, gathered from additional sources.

Sandy M. (parent)

"She learned to ride on her first day!"

My 4 year old daughter had no interest on her bike until Pedalheads! She learned to ride on her first day! They gave her the confidence but also challenged her to keep her engaged. We were so impressed that we enrolled our 7 year old son into their swim program which is equally as good. It’s the energy of the staff who enjoy their job that makes the difference for us ... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Ine Van Aken (parent)

"The most amazing instructors": Pedalheads Swim

"My 6-year-old has been in swimming lessons since he was 4 months old. Despite being in swimming for this long at other locations outside of Pedalheads swim he has always been very hesitant in the water. He just wasn't making any progress and he was getting very frustrated. Often times classes were so short that by the time he got comfortable in the water, the kids had to get out again. It was hit or miss when teamed up with instructors. Some instructors were more engaging than others.

We started lessons at Pedalheads Swim the minute we found out a location opened up near us. The hour-long classes and knowledgeable instructors made all the difference. He finally gained the confidence needed to start progressing and he absolutely loves his classes. It's his favourite afterschool activity!

Soon after, my youngest (now three) started classes as well. He was just a baby, and even though I was hesitant about his age, that fear was unfounded. The most amazing instructors took care of my little guy and contributed to his love for swimming from a very young age.

The pools are warmer than most rec centre pools, the instructors are incredibly well trained, the supervisors are phenomenal and super helpful at all times. When faced with a challenge, they work together and overcome the challenge. My family is very happy to have made the switch to Pedalheads Swim. It's been life changing!"

... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Cara Q. (parent)

"Really pleased to see how much fun my son is having on his bike"

Really impressed with Isabella, Lauren and team at the Renfrew Elementary Pedalheads sessions. Before I had children, I loved watching the Pedalheads classes because the kids are so focused and absorbed in learning. When my son was finally old enough, we enrolled him and his buddy and were not disappointed. />
It occurs to me that the instructors have learned how to foster great trust with each kid. Throughout the week, I never once saw someone scared/crying/dis-engaged - emotional states that are totally normal for kids who are learning a new and often complex skill. I believe Pedalheads' success lies in ensuring that instructors create a good bond which enables fun learning.

Really pleased to see how much fun my son is having on his bike - and how proud he is with himself. Thanks Isabella and crew for this positive learning experience!
... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Hartley Facultad (parent)

"The trainers are cheerful, encouraging and patient"

"My two boys (ages 6 and 4) love Pedalheads and keep begging to sign up for the next level before the current one is even finished. The trainers are cheerful, encouraging and patient. Everything about the camp is top-notch. Thanks."

all_reviews parent ,

Deepa Grim (parent)

"She got more confidence in riding."

"I am more than happy with Pedalheads. My daughter had a great time and got her training wheels taken off the first day. She got more confidence in riding. The instructors are very helpful, thoughtful and friendly towards the kids and parents. Will definitely be signing my daughter up again :) Thank you Pedalheads!!! ... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Feresh Dan (parent)

"Our guy was riding on two wheels by day three."

"Truly a great group. Our son who is 5 was having a tough time trying to ride. We put him in the week long program not with a lot of expectations. To our complete surprise our guy was riding on two wheels by day three. Now he rides with no problem and is very comfortable and familiar with this bike. They teach them more than just riding. Allie was awesome and quite committed to her job. Our son loved her at the same time she got the most out of him. Highly recommend their program. Thanks Allie! ... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Tiffany W. (parent)

"Something we will look forward to doing every year."

"We loved this camp!!! Our son was so scared of getting on his bike and then is started riding it with confidence in 3 days! He loved the instructors and it is something we will look forward to doing every year."

all_reviews parent ,

Tanya Dissegna (parent)

"Fabulous bike leaders"

"My kids fought me and fought me when it came to taking training wheels off or learning how to ride. Both my boys learned how to ride during their first camp! You'd think that no further camps would be needed in the future...but then I learned that higher levels include road safety, including hand signals, plus bike maintenance and more. Fabulous bike leaders...enthusiastic young people who really connect with kids. I'm so happy. It's worth every penny! ... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Dee L N (parent)

"I love, love, love the biking camp!"

I love, love, love the biking camp! My 5y old was very sad and dejected that he was the 'only' one who couldn't bike without training wheels and was refusing to bike when friends were around. Coach Becky and Coach Mathew were kind, and caring. My son was very worried about falling and hurting himself. They really coached him through his fears. At the end of the week, this same child was weaving around cones and doing shoulder checks and stops at stop signs without his training wheels! Coach Becky and Coach Mathew are miracle workers! We highly recommend Pedalheads (and will be letting our friends know about that) and cant wait to join another session!
... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

Margaret S. (parent)

"There is no bike camp better then Pedalheads"

"There is no bike camp better then Pedalheads. I have four children and my first two children went through Pedalheads 6-7 years ago and now my third child (6) has just completed the Newbies and will be starting Newbies 2 next week. I really did not think he would have picked up riding a bike so quickly (second day), but I should not have doubted Pedalheads because if they taught my first (15 years now) son how to ride a bike within a week, they certainly can teach any child how to ride. Just love how the instructors teach and have so much patience. They are #1 on my list for teaching my children how to ride a bike and swimming. I also love their swimming classes too! ... Show More

all_reviews parent ,

OUR KIDS review of Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer

our take

Pedalheads began more than three decades ago as principally a biking program. Kids came, learned to ride bikes, and then rode them, together, all over the place. That has continued to this day, though the organization has grown during the intervening years in every way possible: size, numbers, locations, levels, and programs. There are now 75 locations in 4 provinces and 4 US states.  There’s good reason for that kind of growth: these are quality programs run expertly, with great care. It’s also due to the focus of the programs—it’s not about training for the Olympics, rather the focus is first on having fun, together with peers and mentors, and growing into active, healthy lifestyles. Kids feel less of a pressure to excel, perhaps as they would in a typical dance studio or gymnastics gym. Without the pressure of those kinds of goals, at least occupying such a central place in the culture of the camps, kids are free to develop skills, yes, but with fun, active engagement, and personal development as the true measures of success. In that, for many families inundated with so many competitive options, Pedalheads is a very welcome breath of fresh air. That isn’t to say there isn’t ample opportunity for skill development—there is—but it’s all within a charming context of, first, just getting out there and doing it. It’s about lighting a fire, before anything else, inspiring kids toward living actively.


Three Things: Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer



Questions about Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer?

Contact:     View Phone Number   •   Send email   •   Visit website

Back to Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer's full profile

Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer
x
Our Kids

By logging in or creating an account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Information presented on this page may be paid advertising provided by the advertisers [schools/camps/programs] and is not warranted or guaranteed by OurKids.net or its associated websites. By using this website, creating or logging into an Our Kids account, you agree to Our Kids' Terms and Conditions. Please also see our Privacy Policy. Our Kids ™ © 2023 All rights reserved.