Maas Driver Training and the Morris Area Recreation Commission are teaming up with Manitoba Public Insurance to host a bike safety course this week.
MPI instructors will be at the Morris Multiplex on Thursday, May 16 from 5-6:30 p.m. to walk kids through proper helmet use, safe biking habits, how to interact with vehicles, and the use of hand signals. An obstacle course will also be set up for kids to navigate.
Organizer Siobhan Maas says concerns have been raised of late about youth cycling unsafely around town.
“They’re on the road where they shouldn’t be, or they’re not wearing their helmets,” she says, “and I can see how that impacts drivers, especially new drivers … it’s a hazard.
“I guess this is the flip side of being able to teach driver’s education,” Mass reflects. “Having other road users, cyclists and pedestrians, knowing how to move safely on a roadway as well.”
Any community can invite MPI to hold one of these safety courses, Maas notes, which are offered to participants free of charge.
Advance registration is appreciated, though same-day walk ups will be accommodated, space allowing. This session is aimed at kids age 5-12.
For more information, contact Maas at 204-232-3724.
