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Portia is looking forward to speaking with your organization.
She has made regular presentations to industry leaders
at the Interbike trade show, bike advocacy conferences,
and business and community organizations. She will be
happy to share her expertise with your organization.
Please contact her at Portia@bicyclingbliss.com
to arrange custom seminars, workshops, and training
sessions tailored to your needs.
Past Presentations
Upcoming Presentations:
Saturday, March 7, 2009, 9:30-Noon
Sponsored by Hood River Community Education. Hood River
Middle School Woodshop, 1602 May St. Hood River, OR
Riding Posture for Cycling Performance and Health:
Do you experience discomfort on your bike? Would you
like to ride with less effort? You can ride in comfort
and with greater endurance by optimizing your riding
posture and pedaling technique. During this class you
will learn how to:
- Use your back, neck, shoulders and arms to eliminate
discomfort.
- Pedal efficiently for more fun and less effort.
- Adjust your bike to support this healthful posture.
We'll discuss the underlying principles and evaluate your
riding position, using your bike on a stationery trainer.
Bring your bike and riding shoes.
Fee: $30
Limit: 12
Register by calling 541-386-2055 or by going to www.hoodriver.k12.or.us/coe/site/default.asp
March 14-15, 2009
Group Health Seattle International Bike Expo, Magnuson
Park, Hangar 30, Seattle WA
Bicycling Bliss Exhibit
Visit www.cascade.org/expo
for schedule of events and exhibitors. Don’t miss
this!
March 19, 7:00-8:30 pm
Sponsored by New Renaissance Book Store, 1338 NW 23rd
Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Conscious Cycling:
How centered are you during your fitness routine? Learn
to transform your cycling into an active, mindfulness
practice. We will practice conscious breathing, and
analyze efficient, healthful riding techniques. Your
transformation will result in increased compassion for
yourself, your fellow citizens, and for nature, as well
as, improved riding performance.
Dealing with the challenges of traffic and terrain while
riding consciously, can serve as a bridge between tranquil
contemplation and active awareness. With practice, you
will gradually bring greater balance, confidence, and
mindfulness to your career and relationships.
Fee: $14.00
Register by calling 503-224-4929 or by going to www.newrenbooks.com
Registration begins February 11.
Saturday, March 28th, 9:30-Noon
Sponsored by: Klickitat Trail Conservancy, location:
Old Mill Building in the town of Klickitat, WA, on Hwy.
142
Riding Posture for Cycling Performance and Health:
Do you experience discomfort on your bike? Would you
like to ride with less effort? You can ride in comfort
and with greater endurance by optimizing your riding
posture and pedaling technique. During this class you
will learn how to:
- Use your back, neck, shoulders and arms to eliminate
discomfort.
- Pedal efficiently for more fun and less effort.
- Adjust your bike to support this healthful posture.
We'll discuss the underlying principles and evaluate
your riding position, using your bike on a stationery
trainer. Bring your bike and riding shoes.
Fee: $10.00
To register call Laura Bales at 509-369-3652.
Saturday, April 18th 9:30-Noon
Sponsor: Klickitat Trail Conservancy, location: Old
Mill Building in the town of Klickitat, WA, on Hwy.
142
Bike Maintenance Basics:
In this two-hour class learn to evaluate your brakes,
gears and wheels to prevent mechanical problems on the
road or trail. Bring your bike and tools. We'll make
adjustments to brakes and gears that would be appropriate
before or during a ride.
Fee: $10 per person includes instruction and handouts
Class size limit: 10 people
To register call Laura Bales at 509-369-3652
Scheduling workshops and training sessions
If you are planning an event or would like to design
a workshop or training session, Portia is available
for programs that elaborate and individualize information
in Bicycling Bliss.
Topics include:
- Improving your riding technique
- Fitting your bike frame to your body proportions
- Setting up your bike for comfort and efficiency
- Exercises to optimize your performance and minimize
the risk of injury
- Food for fun and fitness – eating for optimum
performance and recovery.
- Breathing techniques for endurance and attitude
adjustment
- Clothing to maintain your fun and fitness in varied
weather conditions
- Getting started writing and self-publishing
- Various topics for bicycle store employees on building
trust and integrity with challenging customers and
enjoying it
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