Learn the essentials of bike gears and derailleurs in this hands-on bicycle maintenance workshop in Sydney. Designed for everyday riders, this practical session will help you understand, inspect and adjust your bicycle’s gear system for smoother, more reliable shifting.
Over 2.5 hours, you’ll gain guided experience working with common front and rear derailleur systems. Through demonstrations and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to identify issues, make precise adjustments, and keep your drivetrain running efficiently.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify key components of front and rear derailleur systems and understand how shifting works.
- Diagnose common gear issues such as skipping, hesitation and chain noise.
- Adjust front and rear derailleurs, including limit screws, indexing and cable tension.
Course Content
- Workshop safety briefing and overview of 1x and 2x mechanical shifting systems.
- Understanding derailleur parts, cable tension, limit screws and indexing.
- Hands-on adjustment practice and basic drivetrain cleaning and lubrication.
Schedule & Pricing
- One 2.5-hour workshop session.
- Location: 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131.
- Full fee: $169.
Please note: Content may vary slightly depending on class pace and participant interests.
Details
You will learn
- Understand how bicycle gear systems and derailleurs function
- Troubleshoot common shifting problems confidently
- Perform basic derailleur adjustments and drivetrain maintenance
You will get
- 2.5 hours of hands-on training
- Guided practice with common derailleur systems
- Expert instruction in a small workshop setting
Appropriate for
Beginner to intermediate riders, commuters, recreational cyclists and DIY bike enthusiasts wanting confidence with gear maintenance.
Preparation
What to bring
- Your own bike (optional)
- Notebook and pen
- Comfortable clothing suitable for workshop tasks
What to wear
Casual; wear closed-toe shoes
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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