Community Bike Event with Audubon New York Young Members

 

·         Audubon New York Young Members invite you to attend a one hour introduction course on bike riding in New York City, including a :30 minute bike themed cross training workout.

 

·         Bicycle enthusiasts Emilia Crotty from the Department of Transportation’s NYC Bicycle Share and Kristin Kenney from Equinox Fitness, will talk about the importance of cycling safety, bike sharing basics, navigating New York City bike routes and cardiovascular fitness.

 

New York has over 280 miles of bike lanes and will soon offer bike-sharing. In an effort to move the city toward sustainability and on a path to a renewable energy future, the Audubon New York Young Members have partnered with NYC Bicycle Share, trainer Kristin Kenney and national outdoor retailer REI to create a one hour introduction class on bike riding in New York City. Join us for this complimentary class to learn the ins and outs of riding safely and effectively in the city!

 

Emilia Crotty will talk to the group about the importance of cycling safety, bike sharing basics, and navigating New York City bike routes in a fun and informative session. Fitness trainer Kristin Kenney will then lead the class through a 5-step cross training workout themed for competitive cyclists followed by a cool down and cycling/fitness Q&A.

 

Event space is limited. Please RSVP at: http://audubonnyyoungmembersbike.eventbrite.com/ to reserve your space. Workout attire required. Refreshments provided by ZICO coconut water. 

 

WHEN:     
Wednesday, June 13
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    
WHERE:     
REI’s new 39,000 square foot, three-level REI store in SoHo.
303 Lafayette Street, on the lower level in the community room.

 

About Audubon New York Young Members:

 

Audubon Young Members Group works to empower a new generation of conservationists by raising awareness about current environmental issues, providing opportunities to experience and foster a love for nature, and building a community of like-minded and committed environmentalists

 

Learn more at: http://youngmembers.audubon.org/young-members

 

About Kristin Kenney:

 

Kristin Kenney is an athlete with over 16 years in fitness and wellness education. She is a competitive road cyclist and competitive road cyclist teaches the HIGH GEAR® indoor cycling series at EQUINOX fitness clubs. Kristin is a renowned personal trainer and uses many modalities, including Pilates, high intensity cardio training, plyometrics and conscious movement to achieve goals.

 

Find out more: www.kristinkenney.com

 

About REI:

 

REI is a national outdoor retail co-op dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting its members and the community for a lifetime of outdoor adventure and stewardship. We offer our own line of high-quality award-winning gear and apparel, in addition to products from the top brands for camping, climbing, cycling, fitness, hiking, paddling, snow sports and travel.

 

We are passionate about the outdoors and committed to promoting environmental stewardship and increasing access to outdoor recreation through volunteerism, gear donations and financial contributions.

 

Learn how a group of mountaineers founded REI in The REI Story