COVID-19 Actions and Preparations

Updated November 3, 2022

-We no longer require visitors to wear a mask while shopping or checking in bikes for service at our shop, but masks are strongly encouraged (starting June 10th, 2022). Shop safety protocols are subject to updated guidelines from the CDC and MN Department of Health. Our mask policy follows Hennepin County's Covid Community Level and is subject to change when status is no longer "Low" as voted by the the cooperative. 

We strongly encourage masks in our classes, but do not require them
If you are experiencing symptoms of illness or have tested positive for COVID-19, please stay home. 

Classes at The Hub

Classes are held at the Hub’s 3016 Minnehaha Avenue location (unless otherwise noted). Most classes are limited to four people so you’ll receive quality attention. Be sure to bring your bike and a set of clothes that you don’t mind getting greasy! See below for detailed descriptions and prices.

The Hub's Education Department is also officially recognized as a Park Tool School!

How to Sign Up:

Reserve your spot in the Classes section of our Online Catalog. If you'd like to see an overview of all courses and times, check out upcoming classes on our events calendar.

Email any questions to classes@thehubbikecoop.biz.

Introduction to Tubeless Set Up - $40

** Will Be Scheduled in Fall/Winter 2023 ** This two hour course is a discussion and walk through of what makes a tubeless system work and will equip students with the knowledge and skills to do, at the very least, each students’ own tubeless set up. All parts will be discounted 10%, and students will have time to do both wheels for a set. If parts are needed, all students should attempt to go to the shop to order a part at least a week before the class.

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Introduction to Basic Maintenance - $50

This course is intended for students with little to no prior bike maintenance or repair experience, and is intended as a platform for you to gain the foundational knowledge necessary to keep your bike riding smoothly and safely. This course covers:  bike anatomy; wheel, tire, and tube removal; essential troubleshooting techniques with cable actuated brake and shifting systems. Bring your bike to work on and wear clothes you won’t mind getting dirty. PLUS, students of this course get 10% off shop supplies/tools day of class!

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Complete Tune-Up Class - $125

This course consists of two 3-hour sessions. The format of this class is a mixture of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on skills development designed to help students learn the foundation of a bicycle tune-up. This course covers wheel anatomy and truing, bearing adjustments, cable actuated brake and shift adjustments and basic drivetrain maintenance. Although it is not a prerequisite, this is a great follow-up class to our Introduction to Basic Maintenance course, and some bike maintenance and repair familiarity is recommended. There are no cable or component installations covered in this class. Bring your bike to work on and wear clothes you won’t mind getting dirty. PLUS, students of this course get 10% off shop supplies/tools day of class! Note: Due to varying skill levels & time constraints, students’ bikes may not be 100% tuned up at course completion since the focus is on teaching the skills.

This class is also specifically available for femme/trans/women (FTW) groups. 

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Wheel Building - $150 (wheel parts not included)

This course consists of two 3-hour sessions. Students will leave the class with a new wheel built by their own hands! Students may even try for a two-wheel set (if they choose). This course is only for bicycle wheels. Students will learn the theory behind lacing patterns, get some guidance on how to make selections for the specifications of wheels, and also learn how to lace, tension, and true the wheels.  Students will provide their own materials but will receive 15% off wheel materials if purchased through The Hub. Please come into the shop before the Sunday prior to your class if you intend to order wheel parts. Wheel lacing pattern options for rear wheels include 4-cross, 3-cross and 2-cross while front lacing pattern options are 3-cross, 2-cross  and 1-cross. Be advised that radial lacing voids most hub manufacturer’s warranties. There will be no spoke cutting in class. Ask Hub service department staff to help with spoke calculations when you are purchasing parts. Any non-traditional lacing patterns must be approved by the class instructor prior to class. Students of this course get 10% off shop supplies/tools on the day of class! 

Note:  due to varying skill levels & time constraints, students’ wheels may not be 100% complete at course completion since the focus is on teaching the skills.

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Bearing Overhaul Class - $100 (cost of bearings, cones, etc. not included)

This 4-hour class will explain most types of bearings used in bicycles and how to overhaul them.  By the end of the class you will be rolling along gleefully on freshly overhauled hubs, bottom bracket, and headset bearings. Bearings and cones for the course may be purchased at a 10% discount. The ideal person for this class has either completed the Complete Tune course (though not required), or someone who is comfortable with simple adjustments on their bike and is looking to build upon that foundation. Bring your bike to work on and wear clothes you won’t mind getting dirty. PLUS, students of this course get 10% off shop supplies/tools on the day of class! 

Note:  due to varying skill levels & time constraints, students’ bikes may not be 100% tuned up at course completion since the focus is on teaching the skills.

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Off-Site Seminars - $150/hour

Are you interested in having our staff come to you to teach a seminar? This can be done!

Email: classes@thehubbikecoop.biz for more information or to request a custom class or private lesson. Not all ideas will be possible, but it won’t hurt to ask!

Custom Classes & Private Lessons - $100/hour

HERE’S WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING!

"I was completely satisfied - if anything, I learned more than I expected : ) "
(Basic Maintenance Class)

"Everything was great. It was a great intro class, covering everything I could manage to maintain myself. I'm definitely using this knowledge the rest of the year."
(Basic Maintenance Class)

"I felt like I learned so much, but not too much for my first time. I'm definitely going to take the next level class. I really enjoyed this!! : )"
(Basic Maintenance Class)

"Explained material w/ both technical & lay vocab. Good about correcting tech. language use. I liked that she used our bikes for demo. I wish I had learned to true wheels - but I'll just do the next class! Excellent!"
(Basic Maintenance Class)

"I learned a great amount of terminology, which was appreciated. There were a great collection of examples. It was very well planned. The class size was awesome! More topics would have been overwhelming. I think this was just right. Thank you so much."
(Complete Tune)

Hub Education Refund and Class Cancellation Policy:

Deposits are transferable and/or refundable with at least 1 week (7 calendar days) notice before the date of class.
Transfers may be accommodated with less than 1 week notice only if a comparable class has openings available.
For two-session classes, students must complete first session before attending the second.
The second session of a two part class can be rescheduled, with at least 48 hour notice, to the next available second session of the same class.
Fix-a-Flat classes may be cancelled due to weather with no advanced notice, if no in-door alternative space is available. The class will be re-scheduled as soon as possible.
All two-session classes must be canceled as a pair.
Classes may be cancelled only if fewer than 2 paying students are registered.
Classes will be officially cancelled at least 48 hours before start date.
Any students that have registered and paid for a class that is cancelled are to be offered either a refund or transfer to a future class, whichever they prefer.