Opps to Learn Bike Mechanics

Lauren Heller

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May 20, 2026, 8:30:25 AM (9 days ago) May 20

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Hello! I am reaching out on behalf of a student of mine who is a great individual. He really wants to be a mechanic. I am wondering if there are any opportunities to learn bike mechanics, or groups to learn? As a side note, he doesn't own a bike (but of course would love to).

Thanks so much,

Lauz

joe t

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May 20, 2026, 8:50:44 AM (9 days ago) May 20

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You're probably going to get a lot of people pointing you to this program.

https://bikesnotbombs.org/international-partnerships/nevis-eab/

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David Duncan

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May 20, 2026, 10:26:18 AM (9 days ago) May 20

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Bikes not Bombs has training courses. Many are age-restricted but some accept adults I believe.

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On May 20, 2026, at 8:30 AM, Lauren Heller <lhe...@themanvilleschool.com> wrote:

Hello! I am reaching out on behalf of a student of mine who is a great individual. He really wants to be a mechanic. I am wondering if there are any opportunities to learn bike mechanics, or groups to learn? As a side note, he doesn't own a bike (but of course would love to).
Thanks so much,
Lauz

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James Magee

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May 20, 2026, 1:31:43 PM (9 days ago) May 20

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Hi Lauz!

Very cool to hear their interest! I've got two suggestions- one is more formal, fhe youth apprentice program at Bikes Not Bombs in JP (I'm a board member there for full disclosure) which gets youths introduced to bike mechanics, working in the shop, advocacy work, etc. BNB also has an "earn a bike" program.

The other is less formal, which is the Somerville Bike Kitchen, which is between Porter and Union Square. Its an all-volunteer bike repair space, where people can come in to learn how to repair their own bikes in a hands-on way. I'm not sure how much they've worked with youths, but I do know a few of the main volunteers there so would be happy to connect you.