...Hi friendsJust think of the glorious morning this torrential rains are going to bring forth tomorrow !!Welcome to bicycling !!Two centres only, as Amar' position we are unable to fill up..😪1.Cubbon ParkLocation:Time:7.30 am -9.30 amTrainers:Vimal KumarGaneshSatish2. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th PhaseLocation :You can register for centre close to you, here :Attendee roster formResponse roster linkAli PoonawalaOn 26 May 2017 22:45, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:We seem to be running into a bad patch... Amar has had a fracture so won't be able to do Marathalli session and Gaurav is not available for JP Nagar. Normally I would have chipped in but due to Ramadan, will only be able to do one session..At Cubbon Park..So we need volunteers urgently for both, Marathalli and JP Nagar...Help !!🙏Ali Poonawala
BangaloreOn 21 May 2017 18:54, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends...On a lovely rain soaked cloud covered sunday morning, The TCS 10K run ensured our teaching remained in both peripheral centres. Brief reports :Marathalli:Amar marshalled his foldie for three students, Aashish, now turning so well that even the dog was confident he is safe..., Anandita from Cubbon Park joined, this attracting local bunch of kids too ! She reporting better control and pace too . Deepa has got the hang of balance and turning and looking forward to polishing it further next week end.JP Nagar:Vijaya and Iftikhar were local here and Dr. Nalini and Dr. Fatima from Cubbon Park batch joined. Volunteers Gaurav, Ganesh and Ali and two ladybirds and a foldie to ride, ensured a super ratio almost 1:1:1 !!Must say though that the traffic and pedestrian throughput made the experience less than wholesome. Too busy for more than couple of students, in my opinion.Vijaya needs to trust her hands rather than body for balancing. Dr. Nalini graduated to ladybird without betting the proverbial eyelid. Iftikhar too lurches but handle bar control, starting and stopping are good. Turning is also Improving. Dr. Fatima, seasoned and senior student, but got lost in the new surrounding and Gaurav rescued her out !Short and sweet session..!Hope to get back to home turf, Cubbon Park, next weekend !Till then,Ride safe !!Ali PoonawalaOn 20 May 2017 19:20, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow There is no session at Cubbon Park due to TCS 10 K.Other two centres are going to be working:1. Karthik Nagar CCD, MarathalliTime : 7.30-8.30 AMTrainer: Amar PrustySachin Biradar2. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th Phase.Time 7 -9 AMTrainer : GaneshGauravYou can register for a centre close to you, here :Attendee roster formResponse roster linkDo join us or even drop in to say hi!!Have a great Sunday !Ali PoonawalaAli Poonawala
BangaloreOn 14 May 2017 14:50, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi folks !!As we and parched land await Monsoon with lot of anticipation, this weekend, the wait was over for four newbies in our part of Bengaluru, as far as cycling goes !!Here is a summary :1. JP NagarIt was enthusiastically manned by Gaurav with sessions on Saturday and Sunday !!Mithali, a newbie, got the feel of it on Saturday and our senior students, Vijaya and Iftikhar did advanced work up of turns and controlled riding, today morning.Respects Gaurav !!Really commendable, since he was not feeling too well ..2. Karthik Nagar Marathalli.Amar is experimenting.. his teaching skills with HR management to bring fresh blend..!!Beneficiaries (some may say guinea pigs...But that is .. Perspective !! ) here were Deepa as a student and Maya as a hesitant but determined newbie teacher..Maya wrote :Marathahalli group : After a hiatus of a few weeks and just 2 classes old, and what with Amar's plan of 'train the trainers' , I was under a bit of performance pressure. But the easy camaraderie of the group and with Amar's making it look so doable , I could do uphills with moderate effort. Learnt that the slope is not as gentle as it looks. Attempted turns too, perfecting that is the next lesson.MayaWell done !Brave girlDeepa chimed :Super excited that I got the got the balance and rode a bit on my own. Never thought I would be able to do this. All made possible because of Maya's pearls of wisdom and reassurance, Amar's constant encouragement. And, Ashish thanks for all those running around. I really tired you out😬Super joint team effort here !!well done Marathalli team !Cubbon Park :Three newbies ( Bindu, Madhvi and little Adam) and eight seniors ( Dr. Nalini, Geetha, Indu1, Aafreen, Farooq, Anandita, Udita, Suhasini with four teachers ( Rajeshwari, Ganesh, Vimal Kumar, Ali ) made it a well balanced session !!Susheila greeted us, on her way out !! This early bird, with Hubby Anand's support, had done with couple of hours cycling !! She gave her rental bike to Geetha, great move !!Geetha had our first newbie, Bindu, introduced while she took the ladybirdMadhavi, also joined in as I went through steps with Bindu. Rajeshwari took over Bindu's initiation Vimal kumar, Madhvi's.Afreen and Farooq with Dad Rafi have almost become a support system..!! We have access to two rental bikes through them..Thanks Rafi.. do keep coming after kids have learnt..! You have an emeritus status with us !!Vimal was kind in letting Farooq use his hybrid which he latched on !!Somehow, today I just kept making seniors go round and round, literally !! Geetha was most impressive, Udita most breath taking, literally, doing dare devil stunt moves, causing commotion for my clogging coroneries !!Anandita blossoms after we leave .. self reportedly did a 'fast' round of cubbon park on her own..'with helmet' is the glib alibi !Indu1 is now independent from balancing perspective. Subhashini is using this as cardio work up !Adam was the little newbie on a big bike and surprised me with determination and strength these tiny powerhouses can generate !!Fear does not exist and trust is implicit . . No wonder they learn so quickly !!Today's celebration cool juices were courtesy Geetha and hubby, Mr. Varrier, a million thanks for that energy boost !Fatima passed around few chocolates to mark our children's birthday as we dispersed..Happy Mothers' day to all of us !In memory for some, if she is blessing you from heavenAli Poonawala
BangaloreOn 13 May 2017 15:42, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow all three centres are conducting sessions :1.Cubbon ParkVenue : KSLTCA car parkTime : 7.30 -10.00 AMTrainers : Vimal kumar, Ganesh, (?Gaurav*) and AliTime : 7.30-9 AMTrainer: Amar Prusty3. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th Phase.Time 6-7 AMTrainer : Gaurav? ChidduYou can register for a centre close to you, here :Attendee roster formResponse roster linkDo join us or even drop in to say hi!!Have a great Sunday !Ali Poonawala* Since he has not officially filled roster yetHowever, remembering the regret expressed last week "on missing a good session" by him, we pray better sense prevails !😋Ali Poonawala
BangaloreOn 7 May 2017 17:03, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends...!Murdering May !!🌞🌞Sizzling sessions !🎇🎇All three sessions operated...JP Nagar :Gaurav had swift learner Iftikhar. In Gaurav's words, " taken some magic pill to transform from last week's wobbler to a consummate pro.!!"Well done both of you ..!😀Other student Vijaya, despite 3 weeks' gap, was comfortable with balance downslope, and Chiddu's chirping have registering loud and clear ! In her words:" Chiddu's constant reminder, to keep pedalling n not stop helped. Also his mantra, break to stop n then feet on ground was helpful👍. "Great show folks !!💐Marathalli :Amar had Jimmy, Aashish from previous batches and Deepa was the freshie..So like Sholey' Gabbar's thunder,Our Amar's wonder :बहोत नाइंसाफी है यह..एक jolly और तीन students !!Smart that he is, this, in his words... was his solution :"Thanks to Jimmy for training Ashish & Deepa👍🏾"Brilliant !!😘Amar 😎was spotted in CCD window☕, by unreliable witnesses.😂Deepa's comment was " what joy !! my first class.. Thanks Amar "☺So..All 's well that ends well..😇Cubbon Park :Exact repeat scene of last week,Rafi was coaching Afreen as I came in from art gallery entrance, couple of minutes ahead, Ganesh arrived too.Dr. Nalini, determined as hell despite last week's little fall, started cautiously but was soon taking foldie through its paces.. under Ganesh's wings.Young Ishani came with dad Priyanjan.. apart from usual lurching, she has to overcome reverse pedalling and legs flying and will get there !!Padma, Anandita, Suhasini Farooq and Afreen are in the ' polishing' stage with control by practice is the solution.Little Rohit had too little time, grandpa badgering him to leave..After being ignited by Iftikhar's meteoric performance, Gaurav forgot he had planned to reach here and stay late till 10 !!We felt his absence when Seema trooped in..Late due to parking woes !!But we found our silver lining sure enough !!Rajeshwari came forth and the rookie teacher (our first official lady teacher and hence first teaching couple !! Wow ! ) managed a rookie student so well that conquering even upslope was no bother for Seema..!Ganesh wants to learn the teaching tricks now from his pun proven better half !Many camera phones clicked..But crucial one didn't capture..So a final rescue selfie completed the session for teachers..Anandita was left to fend for herself..And seems did well with a rental one..!Will see her mettle with circles next week end !!My toast of the day ?Rajeshwari..Our first lady teacher !!Thanks to all lovely students, families and most, all volunteers !!Keep pedalling !!Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 6 May 2017 20:46, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow all three centres are conducting sessions :1.Cubbon ParkVenue : KSLTCA car parkTime : 7.30 -10.00 AMTrainers : Ganesh, Gaurav and Ali2. Karthik Nagar CCD, MarathalliTime : 8-9 AMTrainer: Amar Prusty3. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th Phase.Time 6-7 AMTrainer : Gaurav? ChidduYou can register for a centre close to you, here :Attendee roster formResponse roster linkDo join us or even drop in to say hi!!Have a great Sunday !Ali PoonawalaOn 5 May 2017 19:02, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:So all people..!Students and TrainersBusy bees and not so..Enthusiast and not so..Time to fill up, spruced up version of the form.. 😜, and get counted !!Attendee roster formResponse roster linkAli Poonawala
BangaloreOn 30 Apr 2017 18:35, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends...Rather subdued week end for our activities !!Great weather and a long weekend may have something to do as well ?No student for JP Nagar...Marathalli foldie had chain problem so session had to be cancelled.Aashish is having a rough patch...Last weekend apparently he had communication problem.. Hang in there Aashish...It will get better !Cubbon Park had, as usual, nice energy with Aafreen meeting me on a rental, near entrance, with dad Rafi doing the running after.My St. Martha's colleagues, Dr. Giridhar, Dr. Sunil and his son Sameer with Dr. Puneet dropped in to say hello, having finished a 10K charity run.. Thanks !!Gaurav was with Dr Nalini on foldie and his ladybird -evita-, like a bride, was feeling left out ! Dr. Sandhya soon took the sulking bike for a twirl in the park followed by Dr. Fatima, while Padma emerged !!Such a nice surprise, and she took the senior ladybird for her practice work out..I helped Aafreen, who is having starting trouble but not too bad when gets going... Bro Farooq was zooming around on another rental but was done in by a sandy patch..and had couple of abrasions..Patched up by Gaurav with Band Aid strips.. Thanks Gaurav..!Lesson of the day :Do not brake on sandy patches !!Ganesh joined soon, had Nalini under his guidanceTwo newbie ladies, Aruna and Babitha, who was actually being taught by a friend , were the only freshers today.. Babitha was a good rider but crashed not being good at brakes..Resumed immediately like a great soldier!Suhasini came for a short while..Many, like her, face difficulty during upslope, quads being the weak point..Lesson no. 2Indian squats are recommended.Anandita came in, reclaimed her art gallery strip since watchman was missing !.Manya turned up after a long gap as Dr Nalini bid adieu after a great session. Manya also had a fruitful day.Finally, Udita arrived, who is now concentrating on turns and finer control. Some photos for remembrance..And i moved on as Ganesh and Gaurav stayed with Aafreen, Anandita and Udita...Till next week end .Have a great time !!Ali PoonawalaOn 29 Apr 2017 19:18, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..After the beautiful rain drenched evening...Rest assured of a beautiful sunday morning tomorrow .!!we have probably 3 centresJP NagarTrainers : GauravTime:. 6 -7 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,? Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainers :. Ganesh?GauravAliTime 7 30 -9.30 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:join in...For a lovely sunday morning !Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 23 Apr 2017 21:05, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Reporting on today !the JP Nagar session..Iftikhar was the only student..Two teachers !! Ali and Gaurav.. He turns out to be a 'lurcher' (tilts spine, hand control yet not consistent !) we are in for at least 3-4 sessions for this young man !!Rushed to Cubbon Park and the whole place was teeming, almost bursting with energy !!Hubby Anand helping Susheila, Farooq swinging around on his rental, and to cap it all Rajeshwari (Mrs.Ganesh) teaching our Dear family friend and Paediatrician, Nalini Shenoy on foldie !As for teachers...We had Vimal kumar, Ganesh and Rajeshwari, Gaurav and a lovely surprise...Suman, from BBCh exec. council, the cycling racing community's dynamic hub, as a volunteer..that too with his wonderful foldie for students to use..!!Padma, Indu1 and newbie Shikha were so gracious to let our Chennai "guest" Sujith have the first ride on the lady bird.. Appreciated !!Sujith was ok with balance but found pedalling most difficult !!Rohit and Aafreen were two first time youngsters and Suhasini was new learner too, for me, although had a session with Sachin in past.. good progress by all, Shikha was the most impressive..I think childhood training helping !Doc Nalini ended her session with unsupported uphill ride..With nice round of applause !!Anjali was doing circles nicely so was Anandita and Udita, who were last to leave, with Vimal helping them.. Last to turn up was Khushboo..In spite of being unwell..used Suman's Goldie to max and started circles..I must say, there were 2-3 riders I did not even get their names ! As a matter of fact, 2-3 ladies, waiting to get on the buses to chikkaballapur for mango shopping, too refreshed their dormant skills !! Special thanks to the all the students for bearing with the mango shoppers and the infuriating buses...!!till next week end..Keep cycling wherever you can !warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 22 Apr 2017 17:25, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Tomorrow we have 3 centresJP NagarTrainers : GauravAli PoonawalaTime:. 5.45 -6.45 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-8 amFinally,Cubbon ParkTrainers :. Vimal kumarGaneshSachin?GauravAliTime 7 30 -10.30 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Keep cycling !!Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 16 Apr 2017 18:40, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !!We had two centres teaching:Marathalli :Amar had two students, Naaz had her second session and Ashish had his first.This is what Naaz wrote :"......I never ever have stepped my foot on a cycle.Today I somehow managed to balance the cycle a bit and could ride all by myself at least for half a second.Kudos to @Amar who relentlessly puts in his effort either by his motivating words that keeps me going...."Well done, Amar and Naaz!Cubbon Park:Popular places are popular with many people and today, our teaching area was just that...converted into a food court for some event !!Been there before, so moved the session to a nice (? Nicer) spot near high court. Under a huge mango tree with lots of green ones ready to be eaten..If only you can pluck !5 volunteers !! Ganesh, Vimalkumar, Sachin and Gaurav too, besides myself !7 students, one new, Swati.6 seniors, Padma, Geetha, Indu1, Susheela and Khushboo and Farooq.Gaurav, partially employed, did tangential jugaad, using his helmet as slingshot for mangos..Oooh..Tangy !!Padma is progressing beautifully, so is Geetha. Indu1 is also keeping up.. Farooq reminds me of Vineeth.. Powerhouses, not interested in controls ! He did well to curb his instincts and mastered circle ! Susheela is there, balance wise..As long as she doesn't know !! Tightens up and loses it in no time ! Khushboo mirrors her, except for the unique agile jump off on losing it..We tried capturing it !Swati came and Swati did it !All credit to Sachin..!? Previous encounter with bicycle learning helped..Khushboo's husband Harihant got us a selfie for remembrance.... to mark 5 volunteers !!Till next weekendWarm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 15 Apr 2017 20:13, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi folksWe have two centres tomorrow,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-8 amAndCubbon ParkTrainers :. Vimal kumarGaneshSachinAliTime 7 30 -10.00 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in..!Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 9 Apr 2017 15:11, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Today's activities..JP Nagar student Vijaya is progressing well..Cubbon Park session was slightly delayed due to Ladybird's back tyre having a puncture ! Could not be used for training.Sushila, new student was waiting with hubby Anand, a marathoner.Foldie was already in service, Anjali being helped by hubby Santosh...Nalini and Farooq were self sufficient with rental bikes and were riding..Farooq dangerously so!Brakes were the culprit but control too was suspect.Borrowed Sanjay's hero cycle to get Udita going.. hesitant as seat was wee bit high but she was game enough to give a try and conquer it !Geetha, and Padma from previous batch and freshies Sushila and Pooja took turns for foldieSandhya and Indu2 joined semi trained club of Nalini and Farooq.Sachin came in and gave me a breather as Opendro came in early, taught Pooja for some distance and offered to patch up my wounded ladybird..I grabbed the offer !Udita was pick of the day, closely followed by Anjali, from progress point if view.Soon it was time for brakes session, which thanks to advance planning of Fatima, started with the much needed cool fruit drinks and yummy banana chips..One word..Perfect !So was the session by Opendro, who very methodically showed V brake and Cantilever brakes emphasizing each minute detail, which comes only with sheer experience..How directly useful it will be may be a moot question but as Opendro put It, at least ability to idetify that pad is touching the tyre rim, will reduce the effort in riding after correction !! Yes, we would like your honest opinions !!BTW, Opendro strongly recommends BSA Mach for ladies with 6 gears as first purchase, about 8.5K, next is Montra..I forgot the lineMy thanks to all students, families for taking part, special mention and thanks, to Ganapathi and his daughter..For coming to attend the session.!Till next weekend,Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 8 Apr 2017 15:31, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Welcome to a special combined session !Amar and his Marathalli students have very graciously agreed to have joint teaching session tomorrow at Cubbon Park,mainly to have more attendance for the follow-on special teaching by Opendro about "brakes : DIY maintenance"We hope to learn about the good upkeep of brakes, to remain safe and keep maintenance expenses to minimum by Doing It Yourself !Venue : KSLTA car parking area.Cubbon ParkSession 1Trainers :. Amar PrustyAlisachinTime 7 30-9.30 amSession 2Trainer : Thodum Singh OpendroTime 9.30-10.15 amSubject : Brakes: DIY maintenance.Venue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkPlease please..register here !:And see how things are shaping up here:Hoping for a great turnout with current and past students and other cycling friends too, coming together !Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 2 Apr 2017 18:34, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friendsReporting on this weekend's training activities :JP Nagar:Yesterday, Vijaya was kind enough to share her joy :Quote"Thanks, Chiddu. Finally got my balance today. Feeling light, good. One leg on pedal😅😇"Unquote.Well done Vijaya and Chiddu..!! Keep updating of yours' and other students' progress too !2. MarathalliMaya who had a session couple of weeks ago at Cubbon Park, found Kartik Nagar nearer to attend and Amar helped her today..Maya said:Quote:"An hour of cycling at Marathahalli . Well, almost , if you don't count my leaping off the cycle everyone someone or something came within 100 mtrs . Thanks , Amar."Unquote.The smile in the photo she has sent says it all how the session went..Amar will update further if Shahnaz turned up !3.Cubbon Park :A nice cloudy start of the day..And this lot is surely most punctual and sincere !! I was on the dot.Within minutes, The whole bunch of anxiously smiling girls surrounded me and my hapless ladybird..!They all wanted foldie!It came with Fatima and was immediately pressed into service.Gaurav joined, after his airport trip, and we were in business !!4 + ?2 New comers : Geetha, Nandini, Khushboo and Farooq, plus at least couple of them, I did not have time to acquaint with !!7 seniors, Padma, Anjali, Sandhya, Indu1, Anindita, Udita and Dipti Raval came (Dipti with full family, son Manav with his Firefox) Manav and the bike were exploited to the hilt by Anindita, inspite of glaring height disadvantage !)Except some heart stopping jump offs by Khushboo..the progress was good with all students, Sandhya and Dipti are fluent, Padma and Indu1 nearly there. Anindita finds slopes a challange, but OK on level ground.Udita Anjali and Farooq are still 'lurchers' and Udita has been kind enough to allow me to share the video, showing what I mean, with the group, "if it can help others."Most gracious , young lady !Session officially ended with group photo with Gaurav 's signature bike salute, minus Dipti and Anindita, who has made Venkatappa Art Gallery road her private 'adda'However, teaching continued for a while , (ladybird had to be forcibly removed from a particular student's powergrip ! ) such was the enthu !!Bless you all !Keep enthusingWarm regardsAli PoonawalaPS :Next week end, sunday 9th, is special !!Opendro is teaching cycling as well as decoding brakes (9.30-10.15 am) for us...join in !!Money free..as usual..On 1 Apr 2017 18:26, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..JP Nagar session took place today itself and may be another tomorrow..This is 'under cover' operation...Under Chiddu 's cover !we have two overt sessions :1.Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar Prusty? GarimaTime : 6.30-8.30 amAnd2.Cubbon ParkTrainers :. GauravAli?sachinTime 7 30-9.30 amPlease please..register here !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 26 Mar 2017 16:38, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !blessings galore !There were four sessions this sunday morning in different parts of Bangalore!apart from fifth one by Gaurav, already done on Saturday at JP Nagar, where Gul refurbished her skillset most impressively...Today :1.Marathalli Centre :Amar was blessed with Jimmy who in his second session itself is doing amazingly well.Shahnaaz was other student, first timer, who also has done well.Amar had help from new trainer, Garima, who we welcome as our first lady volunteer !May her tribe grow !!We will wait for the photos !2. JP Nagar 7th Phase RBI layoutGaurav helped Sambhavi, who has already become a cyclist, to hone her skill and control3. JP Nagar, Mini forest :Vijaya had further grounding by Chiddu, who is really juggling his busy schedule to find time for his students !Respects !4. Cubbon ParkThree new students:Udita Sandhya and Anjali.Five senior studentsNalini, Indu (1) Indu (2), Dipti and AnanditaThree trainers: Ganesh, Ali and SachinFive cycles : Foldie, ladybird and an unlikely hero, from Sanjay, rental man ..(pun intended !), two rentals for Anandita and DiptiSide show included Neha, who had a fall.. and Babloo, cause of the fall !Sandhya was the most promising new comer..but had learnt in childhood so can't take credit... she nor we !Udita was good, so was Anjali, (Santosh, hubby, in tow.) Both need couple of more sessions good going for rank new comers !👍Anandita 'discovered' and monopolized a stretch in Venkatappa art Gallery and is happily self coaching and cutely threatening too: " Bangalore motorists are in danger now " !!😢Indu(1) came early, much more self assured and can ride good distance, but work in progress..Indu (2) now able to give hand signals so getting ready for Bangalore frenzy in a robust manner.Dipti wants to mash (pedalling while standing- great skill if going upslope in single gear cycle also, fabulous cardio workout !!) but was short on time..Another piece of news, a whatsapp Marathalli chatter group is there nowmust hand it over.. Amar Prusty is an enthu !!👌Fascinated by the positive energy !!Get infected.. fill up the form !!Attendee roster formResponse roster linkWarm regardsAli PoonawalaHi friends..This weekend teaching has gone ahead of my announcement !!JP Nagar team taking off today itself !Well done !Tomorrow, JP Nagar is again having a session.Trainers : ? ChidduGauravTime:. 6.30-8.30 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-9 amFinally,Cubbon ParkTrainers :. GaneshSachinAliTime 7 30 -10.00 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkWe now have a more organised structure, thanks to Ganesh.. !One can register here:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Saddle time !!Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 20 Mar 2017 07:09, "Chidambaran Subramanian" <chi...@gmail.com> wrote:Find a learner , we need to find a decent spot to teach. Will be happy to come once to show what we do there.On Sun, Mar 19, 2017 at 7:42 PM, Deepak Majipatil <deepakm...@gmail.com> wrote:Very nice Ali Sir. you and chiddu are doing an awesome job. I want to replicate one in north Bangalorearound yelahanka / vidyaranyapura region and see how it works. I need yours and chiddu's presence there for sometime.Hope to meet you both soon.Thanks,DeepakOn Sun, Mar 19, 2017 at 7:35 PM, Ali Poonawala <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !A historic first, we had teaching sessions in three centres !!As you know, Chiddu is now regularly conducting at JP Nagar, assisted by Gaurav at 6.00 am onwards. Vijaya came for her second session and is on the right track, pun intended !Amar Prusty conducted inaugural session at Karthik Nagar Park Marathalli, Jimmy has been waiting almost for a year for this day !!This is how Amar describes Jimmy's progress :Quote:"Jimmy already picked up balance and riding like a cat both down road & up road needs more practice,next time he shall start riding in service road traffic 😊"UnquoteI hope he is not rushing his prime student !!Coming to Cubbon Park session, 7.30 start is nice,Padma was waiting and she got on ladybird with a bit of trepidation due to saddle height but like a true soldier, figured it out in no timeThis is where we had a little altercation with the badminton players, who were very vociferous in admonishing yours truly, for being overbearing while asking them to take their games elsewhere.Apologies all around, no offence meant, strictly professional requirement...!Fatima had got the foldie, Ganesh was waiting too, helped her and started cracking on with Anandita,Two new students, Nalini, from HSR layout.. and Sulagna, a self starter, who had her rental bike, already could balance but control was issue and will get there soon..Nalini was full of energy swishing around, not letting her prioritize !!Wants to learn quickly, but too much misfiring happening at the moment 😢. Calm down young lady !!Meera with Raj and 'chulbul' Niyati came and does wonderfully well, till she realises I am not holding !!Panicks ! Bless her, will overcome in no time, fundas are good !!Dipti with Amanyu and Sajith came and largely fended for herself.. perhaps Ganesh was looking after her ? Anandita is coming to terms with handlebar but has fair distance to cover. Dipti 2 with Madan came and has become a confident rider, so was Smita, and Indu2, who is doing beautiful tight turns..Most these ladies next time will need hand signal training.Lastly Bhanvi (Down's) came with Prema and extracted all coaxing into learning to lift on to pedal !From the past, Yashwant and mom Chandrakala, Babloo and Neha came, Singh also did a few roundsWe finished with home baked cookies from Dipthy, celebrating Amanyu's birthday, with all last standing students and families, and finally..cool drinks to sign off !Till next weekWarm RegardsAli PoonawalaOn 18 Mar 2017 20:58, "A S" <anm...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear allIt is so encouraging to get a positivre response from so many of you. Right now I asm in Bengalore. Will get in touch soon as I land there next time.ASOn Sat, Mar 18, 2017 at 6:45 PM, Ali Poonawala <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !So another week end beckons all those who are part of the team, learning and teaching cycling !!We continue with the changed timings,Venue remains same !Venue:Cubbon Park KLSTA car parking area.Timings: 7.30 -9.30 am Sunday 19th march 2017Volunteers :GaneshAli PoonawalaSatish BiradarSpread the joy 😀Warm regardsAli PoonawalaPS :JP Nagar and Marathalli timings will follow once confirmed.On 12 Mar 2017 19:19, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends.Another really enjoyable session in our beautiful Cubbon Park !!Padma was waiting and started like rollicking Sehwag on a flat pitch ! on ladybird..good control and managed upslope too, but felt tired, understandable !Ganesh brought the foldie in his Santro again, and took over Anandita's training..A little later, as promised, Sachin came in, and we had a rare luxury, trio of teachers !!4 new students, Dipti, Anandita, Sajitha and Indu2 (remember last week's new student by same name ? That Indu, Indu1, came in too! )Dipti had learnt in childhood so only finer controls need refinement..( ?Trilok ) Singh, came to learn turns , so did Latha, who had a crappy pedalled rental bike but as usual, large grin on face as greeting !! . Vijayalakshmi, for mashing and son Vinith, just for messing around, came too !Neha and Babloo seen with dad Rajesh ( minus mom anita ) , spun a few, and went..Anandita and Sajitha are..in my dictionary, 'non balancers', just like Indu1. They take longer to trust their grip on the handle bar to do the balancing, relying on the body lurch instead !Indu2 is a balancer !! happily doing upslope too, like Dipti..We had families galore too..! Nayan with Dipti, Jasikumar + daughter with Sajitha and Jayesh, Latha's other half was in background... Sujith, Indu2's son took photos including selfie !Another memorable day spent with lovely pedal people !!Till next weekend !Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 11 Mar 2017 22:47, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Regret typos,Sachin Biradar...not Sathish !Apologies tendered, accepted too !!Ali Poonawala
BangaloreOn 11 Mar 2017 20:41, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !Tomorrow is traditional festival of holi and official beginning of summer..We have changed our timings, preponing by half an hour.Venue remains same !Venue:Cubbon Park KLSTA car parking area.Timings: 7.30 -9.30 am Sunday 12th march 2017? Gaurav? Satish BiradarSpread the joy 😀Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 5 Mar 2017 18:27, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friendsEver reliable Ganesh was there at 7.30 sharp and took foldie in his SantroA minor shock as tried to enter Cubbon Park from Hudson circle side and instead of usual barricade for vehicles, a traffic signal had sprung up ! and healthy joggers and walkers were replaced by unending stream of motorised demons, pouring out like flames from a dragon's mouth !!Diversion due to Nrupthanga road work..😢Fortunately, chaos lasted only just till central library from where on peace was restored and by the time I reached our BBS point, bandstand's classical music and Police band later on, soothed jagged nerves in no time !Just as well, a bevvy of girls were waiting, direct fall out of last week's TOI article !Padma, Sumati, Indu, Smita and Maya were already there and I plunged into my role, 7 new and 7 current students had Ganesh and me up and about !Sumati got the ball rolling and so well !! Kept it downslope only to start with. Maya followed, again just as if belonged right there !! Dad Vinodh, with Little Sanjana, was there too, and as soon as Ganesh got the foldie, She was inducted.Padma was good and Smita had learnt in childhood so strictly not a fresh student, but needed booster !Indu had a great first ride and then seized up ! Gave Fatima's standing record (a year and half) and calmed her anxiety !Vibha came and had couple of rounds, Ganesh will tell about her and little Shefa, who came last week for a round, both disappeared early. Deepthy, with Amanyu and Latha were on their own, with rented and foldie in between. Husbands kept an eye !!Trio of Anita, Neha and Babloo came, did their bit in turning and went off.Last to arrive was Mira, with daughter Niya to and hubby Raj. Padma treated all with fruit juice and though upset with her paying, I thank her for her generosity.Thanks to all the students, a brilliant batch, considering most have moved on to uphill cycling too, (not uphill start though )Finally most of all, thanks Ganesh, for not only volunteering but also ferrying the foldie.I feel blessed !See you all next week end !Warm regardsAli PoonawalaAli Poonawala
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This weekend teaching has gone ahead of my announcement !!JP Nagar team taking off today itself !Well done !Tomorrow, JP Nagar is again having a session.Trainers : ? ChidduGaurav
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Hi friendsWe had interesting Weekend sessions !J. P. Nagar:Rajeshwari and Ganesh conducted the session with Vijaya and Iftekhar being the students..In Ganesh"s words :Nice chilly Bangalore morning, Raji and I reached JPN location well in advance of the scheduled time. Raji did not need any of the buffer time I had built in for her to ride Miss India to the location... I took over the class as Vijaya and Iftekar arrived. Iftekar is doing quite well, he just needs more practice and some fine tuning as he goes along. Vijaya is getting there... Need to focus on keeping her spine straight and NOT break where not needed, again more and consistent saddle time recommended. ☀ god peeped out through the never ending, never showering blanket of 🌥 just to get our Sunday snap done....this is Vijaya's response : Thanks Ganesh . It was a good learning today after a gap of one month. Hope to master pedalling soon😄Cubbon Park :As expected, we had a super weather and equally cool time...What with three trainers - Vimal kumar, Anindita and myself and only 8 students Dr. Nalini, Sumita, Indu2, Suhasini, Nandini and Fatima and Neha and Babloo too !Except Sumita, second sessioner, others knew balancing.. so it was relatively easy session.Sumita is getting better, the video shows the back lurching the obstacle to her balancing !,Neha and Bablu came for improving their road worthiness egged by Rajesh, their Dad ! I took them out on the road around the whole of the Cubbon Park..And they rose to the occasion and completed the round safely, of course, there were no right turns though and I was protecting them from buses a bit !The end game plan was to imitate the "tandem" biking kids on our ladybird, Vimal kumar and myself had to settle for consolation, of able to just perch and glide down the slope !We hope to get it one day !!Vimal was still with Nandini and Anindita polishing their standing cycling as I moved on..So long..keep pedalling..till next weekend..Warm regardsAli Poonawala
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Hi friends...!!After some hectic week ends..We are in a cruise...no..almost holiday mode ! like regular schools !!.. Especially with beautiful weather today... one can understand..!!JP NagarChiddu helped not only with his bike and later continuing to teach, but brought the only student, to the venue too ! Nishad was a newbie..Never having handled a bicycle..Learnt basics and when I left, he could balance a little..Chiddu can say more !Cubbon Park:Vimal kumar and Ganesh had two new students, Nandini and Richa. Anandita, Padma and Kahani were the seniors. I am adding Ganesh and Vimal's messages about how it all went, with photos too..Ganesh :That's Richa, she took off on the bike like fish in water on her first ride (she's a regular motorized 2 wheeler rider who is passionate about switching to cycling as her daily commute to work)...wish more take such decisions and work on it👍🏼Ishani had significant improvement today and she can start on her own... Still needs some help with staying on the bike in steady stateAnindita has graduated out with her solo 8 turns...good showVery regular Padma madam showed up and getting more comfortable with her turns trying 8s putting in extra hours... perseverance👍🏼Hope we all keep enjoying our tryst with cycles !!Warm regardsAli Poonawala
On 27 May 2017 19:57, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friendsJust think of the glorious morning this torrential rains are going to bring forth tomorrow !!Welcome to bicycling !!Two centres only, as Amar' position we are unable to fill up..😪1.Cubbon ParkLocation:Time:7.30 am -9.30 amTrainers:Vimal KumarGaneshSatish2. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th PhaseLocation :You can register for centre close to you, here :
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Ali PoonawalaOn 26 May 2017 22:45, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:We seem to be running into a bad patch... Amar has had a fracture so won't be able to do Marathalli session and Gaurav is not available for JP Nagar. Normally I would have chipped in but due to Ramadan, will only be able to do one session..At Cubbon Park..So we need volunteers urgently for both, Marathalli and JP Nagar...Help !!🙏Ali Poonawala
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On 21 May 2017 18:54, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends...On a lovely rain soaked cloud covered sunday morning, The TCS 10K run ensured our teaching remained in both peripheral centres. Brief reports :Marathalli:Amar marshalled his foldie for three students, Aashish, now turning so well that even the dog was confident he is safe..., Anandita from Cubbon Park joined, this attracting local bunch of kids too ! She reporting better control and pace too . Deepa has got the hang of balance and turning and looking forward to polishing it further next week end.JP Nagar:Vijaya and Iftikhar were local here and Dr. Nalini and Dr. Fatima from Cubbon Park batch joined. Volunteers Gaurav, Ganesh and Ali and two ladybirds and a foldie to ride, ensured a super ratio almost 1:1:1 !!Must say though that the traffic and pedestrian throughput made the experience less than wholesome. Too busy for more than couple of students, in my opinion.Vijaya needs to trust her hands rather than body for balancing. Dr. Nalini graduated to ladybird without betting the proverbial eyelid. Iftikhar too lurches but handle bar control, starting and stopping are good. Turning is also Improving. Dr. Fatima, seasoned and senior student, but got lost in the new surrounding and Gaurav rescued her out !Short and sweet session..!Hope to get back to home turf, Cubbon Park, next weekend !Till then,Ride safe !!Ali PoonawalaOn 20 May 2017 19:20, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow There is no session at Cubbon Park due to TCS 10 K.Other two centres are going to be working:1. Karthik Nagar CCD, MarathalliTime : 7.30-8.30 AMTrainer: Amar PrustySachin Biradar2. RBI layout JP Nagar 7th Phase.Time 7 -9 AMTrainer : GaneshGaurav
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BangaloreOn 14 May 2017 14:50, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi folks !!As we and parched land await Monsoon with lot of anticipation, this weekend, the wait was over for four newbies in our part of Bengaluru, as far as cycling goes !!Here is a summary :1. JP NagarIt was enthusiastically manned by Gaurav with sessions on Saturday and Sunday !!Mithali, a newbie, got the feel of it on Saturday and our senior students, Vijaya and Iftikhar did advanced work up of turns and controlled riding, today morning.Respects Gaurav !!Really commendable, since he was not feeling too well ..2. Karthik Nagar Marathalli.Amar is experimenting.. his teaching skills with HR management to bring fresh blend..!!Beneficiaries (some may say guinea pigs...But that is .. Perspective !! ) here were Deepa as a student and Maya as a hesitant but determined newbie teacher..Maya wrote :Marathahalli group : After a hiatus of a few weeks and just 2 classes old, and what with Amar's plan of 'train the trainers' , I was under a bit of performance pressure. But the easy camaraderie of the group and with Amar's making it look so doable , I could do uphills with moderate effort. Learnt that the slope is not as gentle as it looks. Attempted turns too, perfecting that is the next lesson.MayaWell done !Brave girlDeepa chimed :Super excited that I got the got the balance and rode a bit on my own. Never thought I would be able to do this. All made possible because of Maya's pearls of wisdom and reassurance, Amar's constant encouragement. And, Ashish thanks for all those running around. I really tired you out😬Super joint team effort here !!well done Marathalli team !Cubbon Park :Three newbies ( Bindu, Madhvi and little Adam) and eight seniors ( Dr. Nalini, Geetha, Indu1, Aafreen, Farooq, Anandita, Udita, Suhasini with four teachers ( Rajeshwari, Ganesh, Vimal Kumar, Ali ) made it a well balanced session !!Susheila greeted us, on her way out !! This early bird, with Hubby Anand's support, had done with couple of hours cycling !! She gave her rental bike to Geetha, great move !!Geetha had our first newbie, Bindu, introduced while she took the ladybirdMadhavi, also joined in as I went through steps with Bindu. Rajeshwari took over Bindu's initiation Vimal kumar, Madhvi's.Afreen and Farooq with Dad Rafi have almost become a support system..!! We have access to two rental bikes through them..Thanks Rafi.. do keep coming after kids have learnt..! You have an emeritus status with us !!Vimal was kind in letting Farooq use his hybrid which he latched on !!Somehow, today I just kept making seniors go round and round, literally !! Geetha was most impressive, Udita most breath taking, literally, doing dare devil stunt moves, causing commotion for my clogging coroneries !!Anandita blossoms after we leave .. self reportedly did a 'fast' round of cubbon park on her own..'with helmet' is the glib alibi !Indu1 is now independent from balancing perspective. Subhashini is using this as cardio work up !Adam was the little newbie on a big bike and surprised me with determination and strength these tiny powerhouses can generate !!Fear does not exist and trust is implicit . . No wonder they learn so quickly !!Today's celebration cool juices were courtesy Geetha and hubby, Mr. Varrier, a million thanks for that energy boost !Fatima passed around few chocolates to mark our children's birthday as we dispersed..Happy Mothers' day to all of us !In memory for some, if she is blessing you from heavenAli Poonawala
BangaloreOn 13 May 2017 15:42, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow all three centres are conducting sessions :1.Cubbon ParkVenue : KSLTCA car parkTime : 7.30 -10.00 AMTrainers : Vimal kumar, Ganesh, (?Gaurav*) and Ali
Time : 7.30-9 AMTrainer: Amar Prusty
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Do join us or even drop in to say hi!!Have a great Sunday !Ali Poonawala* Since he has not officially filled roster yetHowever, remembering the regret expressed last week "on missing a good session" by him, we pray better sense prevails !😋Ali Poonawala
BangaloreOn 7 May 2017 17:03, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends...!Murdering May !!🌞🌞Sizzling sessions !🎇🎇All three sessions operated...JP Nagar :Gaurav had swift learner Iftikhar. In Gaurav's words, " taken some magic pill to transform from last week's wobbler to a consummate pro.!!"Well done both of you ..!😀Other student Vijaya, despite 3 weeks' gap, was comfortable with balance downslope, and Chiddu's chirping have registering loud and clear ! In her words:" Chiddu's constant reminder, to keep pedalling n not stop helped. Also his mantra, break to stop n then feet on ground was helpful👍. "Great show folks !!💐Marathalli :Amar had Jimmy, Aashish from previous batches and Deepa was the freshie..So like Sholey' Gabbar's thunder,Our Amar's wonder :बहोत नाइंसाफी है यह..एक jolly और तीन students !!Smart that he is, this, in his words... was his solution :"Thanks to Jimmy for training Ashish & Deepa👍🏾"Brilliant !!😘Amar 😎was spotted in CCD window☕, by unreliable witnesses.😂Deepa's comment was " what joy !! my first class.. Thanks Amar "☺So..All 's well that ends well..😇Cubbon Park :Exact repeat scene of last week,Rafi was coaching Afreen as I came in from art gallery entrance, couple of minutes ahead, Ganesh arrived too.Dr. Nalini, determined as hell despite last week's little fall, started cautiously but was soon taking foldie through its paces.. under Ganesh's wings.Young Ishani came with dad Priyanjan.. apart from usual lurching, she has to overcome reverse pedalling and legs flying and will get there !!Padma, Anandita, Suhasini Farooq and Afreen are in the ' polishing' stage with control by practice is the solution.Little Rohit had too little time, grandpa badgering him to leave..After being ignited by Iftikhar's meteoric performance, Gaurav forgot he had planned to reach here and stay late till 10 !!We felt his absence when Seema trooped in..Late due to parking woes !!But we found our silver lining sure enough !!Rajeshwari came forth and the rookie teacher (our first official lady teacher and hence first teaching couple !! Wow ! ) managed a rookie student so well that conquering even upslope was no bother for Seema..!Ganesh wants to learn the teaching tricks now from his pun proven better half !Many camera phones clicked..But crucial one didn't capture..So a final rescue selfie completed the session for teachers..Anandita was left to fend for herself..And seems did well with a rental one..!Will see her mettle with circles next week end !!My toast of the day ?Rajeshwari..Our first lady teacher !!Thanks to all lovely students, families and most, all volunteers !!
Keep pedalling !!Warm regardsAli Poonawala
On 6 May 2017 20:46, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear friendsTomorrow all three centres are conducting sessions :1.Cubbon ParkVenue : KSLTCA car parkTime : 7.30 -10.00 AMTrainers : Ganesh, Gaurav and Ali
Time : 8-9 AMTrainer: Amar Prusty
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BangaloreOn 30 Apr 2017 18:35, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends...Rather subdued week end for our activities !!Great weather and a long weekend may have something to do as well ?No student for JP Nagar...Marathalli foldie had chain problem so session had to be cancelled.Aashish is having a rough patch...Last weekend apparently he had communication problem.. Hang in there Aashish...It will get better !Cubbon Park had, as usual, nice energy with Aafreen meeting me on a rental, near entrance, with dad Rafi doing the running after.My St. Martha's colleagues, Dr. Giridhar, Dr. Sunil and his son Sameer with Dr. Puneet dropped in to say hello, having finished a 10K charity run.. Thanks !!Gaurav was with Dr Nalini on foldie and his ladybird -evita-, like a bride, was feeling left out ! Dr. Sandhya soon took the sulking bike for a twirl in the park followed by Dr. Fatima, while Padma emerged !!Such a nice surprise, and she took the senior ladybird for her practice work out..I helped Aafreen, who is having starting trouble but not too bad when gets going... Bro Farooq was zooming around on another rental but was done in by a sandy patch..and had couple of abrasions..Patched up by Gaurav with Band Aid strips.. Thanks Gaurav..!Lesson of the day :Do not brake on sandy patches !!Ganesh joined soon, had Nalini under his guidanceTwo newbie ladies, Aruna and Babitha, who was actually being taught by a friend , were the only freshers today.. Babitha was a good rider but crashed not being good at brakes..Resumed immediately like a great soldier!Suhasini came for a short while..Many, like her, face difficulty during upslope, quads being the weak point..Lesson no. 2Indian squats are recommended.Anandita came in, reclaimed her art gallery strip since watchman was missing !.Manya turned up after a long gap as Dr Nalini bid adieu after a great session. Manya also had a fruitful day.Finally, Udita arrived, who is now concentrating on turns and finer control. Some photos for remembrance..And i moved on as Ganesh and Gaurav stayed with Aafreen, Anandita and Udita...Till next week end .Have a great time !!Ali Poonawala
On 29 Apr 2017 19:18, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends..After the beautiful rain drenched evening...Rest assured of a beautiful sunday morning tomorrow .!!we have probably 3 centresJP NagarTrainers : GauravTime:. 6 -7 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,? Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainers :. Ganesh?GauravAliTime 7 30 -9.30 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:join in...For a lovely sunday morning !Warm regardsAli Poonawala
On 23 Apr 2017 21:05, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends..Reporting on today !the JP Nagar session..Iftikhar was the only student..Two teachers !! Ali and Gaurav.. He turns out to be a 'lurcher' (tilts spine, hand control yet not consistent !) we are in for at least 3-4 sessions for this young man !!Rushed to Cubbon Park and the whole place was teeming, almost bursting with energy !!Hubby Anand helping Susheila, Farooq swinging around on his rental, and to cap it all Rajeshwari (Mrs.Ganesh) teaching our Dear family friend and Paediatrician, Nalini Shenoy on foldie !As for teachers...We had Vimal kumar, Ganesh and Rajeshwari, Gaurav and a lovely surprise...Suman, from BBCh exec. council, the cycling racing community's dynamic hub, as a volunteer..that too with his wonderful foldie for students to use..!!Padma, Indu1 and newbie Shikha were so gracious to let our Chennai "guest" Sujith have the first ride on the lady bird.. Appreciated !!Sujith was ok with balance but found pedalling most difficult !!Rohit and Aafreen were two first time youngsters and Suhasini was new learner too, for me, although had a session with Sachin in past.. good progress by all, Shikha was the most impressive..I think childhood training helping !Doc Nalini ended her session with unsupported uphill ride..With nice round of applause !!Anjali was doing circles nicely so was Anandita and Udita, who were last to leave, with Vimal helping them.. Last to turn up was Khushboo..In spite of being unwell..used Suman's Goldie to max and started circles..I must say, there were 2-3 riders I did not even get their names ! As a matter of fact, 2-3 ladies, waiting to get on the buses to chikkaballapur for mango shopping, too refreshed their dormant skills !! Special thanks to the all the students for bearing with the mango shoppers and the infuriating buses...!!till next week end..Keep cycling wherever you can !warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 22 Apr 2017 17:25, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Tomorrow we have 3 centresJP NagarTrainers : GauravAli PoonawalaTime:. 5.45 -6.45 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-8 amFinally,Cubbon ParkTrainers :. Vimal kumarGaneshSachin?GauravAliTime 7 30 -10.30 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Keep cycling !!Warm regardsAli Poonawala
Hi friends !!We had two centres teaching:Marathalli :Amar had two students, Naaz had her second session and Ashish had his first.This is what Naaz wrote :"......I never ever have stepped my foot on a cycle.Today I somehow managed to balance the cycle a bit and could ride all by myself at least for half a second.Kudos to @Amar who relentlessly puts in his effort either by his motivating words that keeps me going...."Well done, Amar and Naaz!Cubbon Park:Popular places are popular with many people and today, our teaching area was just that...converted into a food court for some event !!Been there before, so moved the session to a nice (? Nicer) spot near high court. Under a huge mango tree with lots of green ones ready to be eaten..If only you can pluck !5 volunteers !! Ganesh, Vimalkumar, Sachin and Gaurav too, besides myself !7 students, one new, Swati.6 seniors, Padma, Geetha, Indu1, Susheela and Khushboo and Farooq.Gaurav, partially employed, did tangential jugaad, using his helmet as slingshot for mangos..Oooh..Tangy !!Padma is progressing beautifully, so is Geetha. Indu1 is also keeping up.. Farooq reminds me of Vineeth.. Powerhouses, not interested in controls ! He did well to curb his instincts and mastered circle ! Susheela is there, balance wise..As long as she doesn't know !! Tightens up and loses it in no time ! Khushboo mirrors her, except for the unique agile jump off on losing it..We tried capturing it !Swati came and Swati did it !All credit to Sachin..!? Previous encounter with bicycle learning helped..Khushboo's husband Harihant got us a selfie for remembrance.... to mark 5 volunteers !!Till next weekendWarm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 15 Apr 2017 20:13, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi folksWe have two centres tomorrow,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-8 amAndCubbon ParkTrainers :. Vimal kumarGaneshSachinAliTime 7 30 -10.00 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkDo register here ; helps to plan !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in..!Warm regardsAli Poonawala
On 9 Apr 2017 15:11, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends..Today's activities..JP Nagar student Vijaya is progressing well..Cubbon Park session was slightly delayed due to Ladybird's back tyre having a puncture ! Could not be used for training.Sushila, new student was waiting with hubby Anand, a marathoner.Foldie was already in service, Anjali being helped by hubby Santosh...Nalini and Farooq were self sufficient with rental bikes and were riding..Farooq dangerously so!Brakes were the culprit but control too was suspect.Borrowed Sanjay's hero cycle to get Udita going.. hesitant as seat was wee bit high but she was game enough to give a try and conquer it !Geetha, and Padma from previous batch and freshies Sushila and Pooja took turns for foldieSandhya and Indu2 joined semi trained club of Nalini and Farooq.Sachin came in and gave me a breather as Opendro came in early, taught Pooja for some distance and offered to patch up my wounded ladybird..I grabbed the offer !Udita was pick of the day, closely followed by Anjali, from progress point if view.Soon it was time for brakes session, which thanks to advance planning of Fatima, started with the much needed cool fruit drinks and yummy banana chips..One word..Perfect !So was the session by Opendro, who very methodically showed V brake and Cantilever brakes emphasizing each minute detail, which comes only with sheer experience..How directly useful it will be may be a moot question but as Opendro put It, at least ability to idetify that pad is touching the tyre rim, will reduce the effort in riding after correction !! Yes, we would like your honest opinions !!BTW, Opendro strongly recommends BSA Mach for ladies with 6 gears as first purchase, about 8.5K, next is Montra..I forgot the lineMy thanks to all students, families for taking part, special mention and thanks, to Ganapathi and his daughter..For coming to attend the session.!Till next weekend,Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 8 Apr 2017 15:31, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends..Welcome to a special combined session !Amar and his Marathalli students have very graciously agreed to have joint teaching session tomorrow at Cubbon Park,mainly to have more attendance for the follow-on special teaching by Opendro about "brakes : DIY maintenance"We hope to learn about the good upkeep of brakes, to remain safe and keep maintenance expenses to minimum by Doing It Yourself !Venue : KSLTA car parking area.Cubbon ParkSession 1Trainers :. Amar PrustyAlisachinTime 7 30-9.30 amSession 2Trainer : Thodum Singh OpendroTime 9.30-10.15 amSubject : Brakes: DIY maintenance.Venue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkPlease please..register here !:And see how things are shaping up here:Hoping for a great turnout with current and past students and other cycling friends too, coming together !Warm regardsAli Poonawala
On 2 Apr 2017 18:34, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friendsReporting on this weekend's training activities :JP Nagar:Yesterday, Vijaya was kind enough to share her joy :Quote"Thanks, Chiddu. Finally got my balance today. Feeling light, good. One leg on pedal😅😇"Unquote.Well done Vijaya and Chiddu..!! Keep updating of yours' and other students' progress too !2. MarathalliMaya who had a session couple of weeks ago at Cubbon Park, found Kartik Nagar nearer to attend and Amar helped her today..Maya said:Quote:"An hour of cycling at Marathahalli . Well, almost , if you don't count my leaping off the cycle everyone someone or something came within 100 mtrs . Thanks , Amar."Unquote.The smile in the photo she has sent says it all how the session went..Amar will update further if Shahnaz turned up !3.Cubbon Park :A nice cloudy start of the day..And this lot is surely most punctual and sincere !! I was on the dot.Within minutes, The whole bunch of anxiously smiling girls surrounded me and my hapless ladybird..!They all wanted foldie!It came with Fatima and was immediately pressed into service.Gaurav joined, after his airport trip, and we were in business !!4 + ?2 New comers : Geetha, Nandini, Khushboo and Farooq, plus at least couple of them, I did not have time to acquaint with !!7 seniors, Padma, Anjali, Sandhya, Indu1, Anindita, Udita and Dipti Raval came (Dipti with full family, son Manav with his Firefox) Manav and the bike were exploited to the hilt by Anindita, inspite of glaring height disadvantage !)Except some heart stopping jump offs by Khushboo..the progress was good with all students, Sandhya and Dipti are fluent, Padma and Indu1 nearly there. Anindita finds slopes a challange, but OK on level ground.Udita Anjali and Farooq are still 'lurchers' and Udita has been kind enough to allow me to share the video, showing what I mean, with the group, "if it can help others."Most gracious , young lady !Session officially ended with group photo with Gaurav 's signature bike salute, minus Dipti and Anindita, who has made Venkatappa Art Gallery road her private 'adda'However, teaching continued for a while , (ladybird had to be forcibly removed from a particular student's powergrip ! ) such was the enthu !!Bless you all !Keep enthusing
Warm regardsAli PoonawalaPS :
Next week end, sunday 9th, is special !!Opendro is teaching cycling as well as decoding brakes (9.30-10.15 am) for us...join in !!Money free..as usual..
On 1 Apr 2017 18:26, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends..JP Nagar session took place today itself and may be another tomorrow..This is 'under cover' operation...Under Chiddu 's cover !we have two overt sessions :1.Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar Prusty? GarimaTime : 6.30-8.30 amAnd2.Cubbon ParkTrainers :. GauravAli?sachinTime 7 30-9.30 amPlease please..register here !:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 26 Mar 2017 16:38, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Hi friends !blessings galore !There were four sessions this sunday morning in different parts of Bangalore!apart from fifth one by Gaurav, already done on Saturday at JP Nagar, where Gul refurbished her skillset most impressively...Today :1.Marathalli Centre :Amar was blessed with Jimmy who in his second session itself is doing amazingly well.Shahnaaz was other student, first timer, who also has done well.Amar had help from new trainer, Garima, who we welcome as our first lady volunteer !May her tribe grow !!We will wait for the photos !2. JP Nagar 7th Phase RBI layoutGaurav helped Sambhavi, who has already become a cyclist, to hone her skill and control3. JP Nagar, Mini forest :Vijaya had further grounding by Chiddu, who is really juggling his busy schedule to find time for his students !Respects !4. Cubbon ParkThree new students:Udita Sandhya and Anjali.Five senior studentsNalini, Indu (1) Indu (2), Dipti and AnanditaThree trainers: Ganesh, Ali and SachinFive cycles : Foldie, ladybird and an unlikely hero, from Sanjay, rental man ..(pun intended !), two rentals for Anandita and DiptiSide show included Neha, who had a fall.. and Babloo, cause of the fall !Sandhya was the most promising new comer..but had learnt in childhood so can't take credit... she nor we !Udita was good, so was Anjali, (Santosh, hubby, in tow.) Both need couple of more sessions good going for rank new comers !👍Anandita 'discovered' and monopolized a stretch in Venkatappa art Gallery and is happily self coaching and cutely threatening too: " Bangalore motorists are in danger now " !!😢Indu(1) came early, much more self assured and can ride good distance, but work in progress..Indu (2) now able to give hand signals so getting ready for Bangalore frenzy in a robust manner.Dipti wants to mash (pedalling while standing- great skill if going upslope in single gear cycle also, fabulous cardio workout !!) but was short on time..Another piece of news, a whatsapp Marathalli chatter group is there nowmust hand it over.. Amar Prusty is an enthu !!👌Fascinated by the positive energy !!Get infected.. fill up the form !!
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Hi friends..This weekend teaching has gone ahead of my announcement !!JP Nagar team taking off today itself !Well done !Tomorrow, JP Nagar is again having a session.Trainers : ? ChidduGauravTime:. 6.30-8.30 amVenue : Dropped pin near 637, RBI Layout, RBI East Layout, Phase 7, JP Nagar, Bengaluru,Karthik Nagar, MarathalliTrainer :. Amar PrustyTime : 7-9 amFinally,Cubbon ParkTrainers :. GaneshSachinAliTime 7 30 -10.00 amVenue:Bangalore Bicycling School pointKSLTA car parkWe now have a more organised structure, thanks to Ganesh.. !One can register here:And see how things are shaping up here:So folks..Do join in...Saddle time !!Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 20 Mar 2017 07:09, "Chidambaran Subramanian" <chi...@gmail.com> wrote:Find a learner , we need to find a decent spot to teach. Will be happy to come once to show what we do there.On Sun, Mar 19, 2017 at 7:42 PM, Deepak Majipatil <deepakm...@gmail.com> wrote:Very nice Ali Sir. you and chiddu are doing an awesome job. I want to replicate one in north Bangalorearound yelahanka / vidyaranyapura region and see how it works. I need yours and chiddu's presence there for sometime.Hope to meet you both soon.Thanks,Deepak
On Sun, Mar 19, 2017 at 7:35 PM, Ali Poonawala <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends !A historic first, we had teaching sessions in three centres !!As you know, Chiddu is now regularly conducting at JP Nagar, assisted by Gaurav at 6.00 am onwards. Vijaya came for her second session and is on the right track, pun intended !Amar Prusty conducted inaugural session at Karthik Nagar Park Marathalli, Jimmy has been waiting almost for a year for this day !!This is how Amar describes Jimmy's progress :Quote:"Jimmy already picked up balance and riding like a cat both down road & up road needs more practice,next time he shall start riding in service road traffic 😊"UnquoteI hope he is not rushing his prime student !!Coming to Cubbon Park session, 7.30 start is nice,Padma was waiting and she got on ladybird with a bit of trepidation due to saddle height but like a true soldier, figured it out in no timeThis is where we had a little altercation with the badminton players, who were very vociferous in admonishing yours truly, for being overbearing while asking them to take their games elsewhere.Apologies all around, no offence meant, strictly professional requirement...!Fatima had got the foldie, Ganesh was waiting too, helped her and started cracking on with Anandita,Two new students, Nalini, from HSR layout.. and Sulagna, a self starter, who had her rental bike, already could balance but control was issue and will get there soon..Nalini was full of energy swishing around, not letting her prioritize !!Wants to learn quickly, but too much misfiring happening at the moment 😢. Calm down young lady !!Meera with Raj and 'chulbul' Niyati came and does wonderfully well, till she realises I am not holding !!Panicks ! Bless her, will overcome in no time, fundas are good !!Dipti with Amanyu and Sajith came and largely fended for herself.. perhaps Ganesh was looking after her ? Anandita is coming to terms with handlebar but has fair distance to cover. Dipti 2 with Madan came and has become a confident rider, so was Smita, and Indu2, who is doing beautiful tight turns..Most these ladies next time will need hand signal training.Lastly Bhanvi (Down's) came with Prema and extracted all coaxing into learning to lift on to pedal !From the past, Yashwant and mom Chandrakala, Babloo and Neha came, Singh also did a few roundsWe finished with home baked cookies from Dipthy, celebrating Amanyu's birthday, with all last standing students and families, and finally..cool drinks to sign off !Till next weekWarm RegardsAli PoonawalaOn 18 Mar 2017 20:58, "A S" <anm...@gmail.com> wrote:Dear allIt is so encouraging to get a positivre response from so many of you. Right now I asm in Bengalore. Will get in touch soon as I land there next time.AS
On Sat, Mar 18, 2017 at 6:45 PM, Ali Poonawala <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi friends !So another week end beckons all those who are part of the team, learning and teaching cycling !!We continue with the changed timings,Venue remains same !Venue:Cubbon Park KLSTA car parking area.Timings: 7.30 -9.30 am Sunday 19th march 2017Volunteers :GaneshAli PoonawalaSatish BiradarSpread the joy 😀Warm regardsAli PoonawalaPS :JP Nagar and Marathalli timings will follow once confirmed.
On 12 Mar 2017 19:19, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:
...Hi friends.Another really enjoyable session in our beautiful Cubbon Park !!Padma was waiting and started like rollicking Sehwag on a flat pitch ! on ladybird..good control and managed upslope too, but felt tired, understandable !Ganesh brought the foldie in his Santro again, and took over Anandita's training..A little later, as promised, Sachin came in, and we had a rare luxury, trio of teachers !!4 new students, Dipti, Anandita, Sajitha and Indu2 (remember last week's new student by same name ? That Indu, Indu1, came in too! )Dipti had learnt in childhood so only finer controls need refinement..( ?Trilok ) Singh, came to learn turns , so did Latha, who had a crappy pedalled rental bike but as usual, large grin on face as greeting !! . Vijayalakshmi, for mashing and son Vinith, just for messing around, came too !Neha and Babloo seen with dad Rajesh ( minus mom anita ) , spun a few, and went..Anandita and Sajitha are..in my dictionary, 'non balancers', just like Indu1. They take longer to trust their grip on the handle bar to do the balancing, relying on the body lurch instead !Indu2 is a balancer !! happily doing upslope too, like Dipti..We had families galore too..! Nayan with Dipti, Jasikumar + daughter with Sajitha and Jayesh, Latha's other half was in background... Sujith, Indu2's son took photos including selfie !Another memorable day spent with lovely pedal people !!Till next weekend !Warm regardsAli PoonawalaOn 11 Mar 2017 22:47, "Ali Poonawala" <alfa...@gmail.com> wrote:Regret typos,Sachin Biradar...not Sathish !Apologies tendered, accepted too !!Ali Poonawala
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Hi friends !Cubbon Park reporting !Monthly ride first !Security guy to open the gate arrives only at 6.30 am while we, Kiran, myself, Praveen with cycle van and HOPCOMS van with vegetables.. all wait !!That delay makes the sky brighter...But not enough for Piyush to wake up !Kiran and myself moved off. Near Hotel Capitol Nida rang up so I rush back to get her, Kiran would have to wait till we come. Meanwhile, Anindita made a timely appearance to find Kiran and they both continued, much to my relief ! Myself and Nida did a shorter Cubbon Park perimeter ride. It definitely took a bit of fear out of her..But she needs more practice..Thanks Vijay and Praveen for bikes !Teaching session :Megha went to secondary point, as in the bandstand roundabout a stage was built for a marathon for senior citizens. Since the primary area as such was not affected, called her back and we trained at the usual place.Megha had asked me yesterday if she needed to have knee pads for protection and I had suggested (wickedly !) a whole body Armour !It so transpired that she had tried learning of late and had fallen twice, after braking to stop. She had hurt the same knee and needed a month to recuperate ... that was the fear !She was good with balance and a wider base when stopping fixed fer toppling issue...Abha fought her way through sleep and misery of losing her phone in the cab, to have a passing shot or two at balancing... We hope next weekend is less tumultuous and more rewarding for her !Little Purvi was our third newbie. Kept throwing both feet into wilderness at slightest excuse initially but improved with every passing minute and should be good to be on her own next time around.Seniors included Kiran, who continued after the ride, Saree Veermati, Gangesh and a welcome surprise, Udita, to build up from where she left.That is how it folded at Cubbon Park !Marathalli report :Vimalkumar :A fruitful session at Marathalli center with 2 learner's, 2 trainers and 2 bikes. Newbies Prashanth and Sneha were quick to get comfortable on the bikes. Need a few sessions of practice and getting comfortable on the bike, before handling turns and dodging traffic.Amar Prusty adds :Prashanth has picked balance and Sneha is on the way👍🏾See you all next week end again..Till then..
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15 K training road ride:
Aim : To get new students to become comfortable riding on the regular Bengaluru roads.
How much ?
It is free.
When :
last weekend of the month we conduct Free 15 Km road ride. Cubbon Park to Mekri Circle and back.
For whom :
for senior students who have cracked bicycle riding in protected spaces but are scared to go on the road with traffic.
for you to join this ride..
1.You must be able to take a start, on upslope, within your lane, without straying your direction.
2.You must be able to stop safely, by moving towards kerb, while remaining seated and not come to dead stop in the middle of the road.
3. If you can give hand signals it will be added safety point.
Our trainers will shield you.
Who else can join :
All previous students, who haven't done this ride, are welcome !
We welcome regular kind hearted cyclists as volunteers for this !!
For newbies : We allow as many stops as you feel comfortable.
How about cycles ?
Bring your own, if possible. Vijay, of social virus, has been kind, providing rent free cycles for this -without fees and out of turn - as well, but we need to tell him the numbers by Friday afternoon.
Assembly point :
our usual teaching area :
https://goo.gl/maps/Sv5wPXHvtaA2
Time : Assemble : 6.15 AM
Depart : 6.30 AM
Expected finish time :7.30 AM
Day : Sunday 25th November 2018
Bring water.
Helmet adds to safety.
No loose chappals or broad bottom trousers (gets into chain)
Route:
https://goo.gl/maps/dY7ZTNRsbFJ2
From 3, Kasturba Rd, Ambedkar Veedhi, Sampangi Rama Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001, India to 3, Kasturba Rd, Ambedkar Veedhi, Sampangi Rama Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001, India via Sankey Rd.
1. Head southeast toward Kasturba Rd
2. Turn left onto Kasturba Rd
3. Turn left onto Queens Rd
4. Continue straight onto Raj Bhavan Rd
5. Turn left to stay on Raj Bhavan Rd
6. Turn right onto Palace Rd
7. Slight left onto Sankey Rd
8. Slight right onto Guttahalli Main Rd/Ramana Maharshi Rd/Sankey Rd
9. Turn left onto 4th Main Rd
10. Arrive at location: NEXA Palace ( technical, ignore, keep moving !! )
11. Head east on 4th Main Rd toward Bellary Rd/Ramana Maharshi Rd
12. Turn left onto Bellary Rd/Ramana Maharshi Rd
13. Slight left onto Enayathulla Mehkri Square Rd
14. Make a U-turn at CV Raman Rd/Jayamahal Main Rd
15. Use any lane to turn slightly left onto Bellary Rd/Ramana Maharshi Rd
16. Arrive at location: Le Méridien Bangalore (ignore, technical. Keep moving !)
17. Head south on Sankey Rd toward Palace Rd/Palace Cross Rd
18. Continue straight (past signal) onto Palace Rd/Raj Bhavan Rd
19. Turn right onto Infantry Rd (change lane, to Rt side for next move)
20. Turn right onto Dr Ambedkar Veedhi
21. Arrive at location: National Informatics Centre ( ignore, move on !)
22. Head southwest on Dr Ambedkar Veedhi toward Queens Rd/Raj Bhavan Rd
23. Slight left onto Ambedkar Rd Underpass
24. Slight left onto Nrupathunga Rd
25. At Corporation Cir, take the 1st exit onto Kasturba Rd
26. Exit the roundabout onto Kasturba Rd (watch for buses)
27. Arrive at location: Kempegowda Tower (go past after saluting in mind !)
28. Head northeast on Kasturba Rd
29. Turn left (into second sandstone arch into BBSch training area.)
30. Arrive at location: 3, Kasturba Rd
Congratulations !!
You did it !!👍💐
Keep pedalling !
Let me know by Friday 9 am , latest, if you need a cycle. Vijay needs to know.
Ali Poonawala
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