Category: Students Say

Lance is exactly the kind of instructor you’d want if you’re nervous about learning to ride — he’s extremely knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging. Most importantly, he has a “fool-proof,” systematic way of teaching that you won’t find from your family or friends. — Donghao, May 2024

…He has a methodical, step by step approach, where each exercise builds on the last one by a tiny bit… By the time I was riding, it felt like just one more small step that built on the last exercise.

I’m sorry that I didn’t write to you sooner. I think about you all the time. I owe you so much for how my life changed since I learned how to ride a bike.

Imagine how surprised I was when I was able to ride on the first lesson! … I can’t believe that I was scared before, it seems so easy now!

I am absolutely THRILLED with Virtuous Bicycle and thank my lucky stars that I found Lance! I truly thought my 15 year old would never learn to ride after many years and many attempts at various types of lessons. I’m so happy I decided to try one last time because this time, she learned! – …

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Lance is phenomenal and he helped me overcome my fears, build confidence, and finally enjoy that liberating feeling of being on the bike. I’m SO happy I met Lance and highly recommend him if you want to learn how to bike. -Natalie, June 2022

Lance’s approach to teaching and energy is so diligent, supportive, and fun that I was pedaling and riding after my 2nd lesson! I couldn’t believe it and I was thrilled! – Stella, 2022

He is so patient, respectful giving you all the time to learn it at your own pace and making sure it is ingrained in you. I couldn’t have asked for a better coach and shall be forever indebted. – Isha, 2022

I can’t believe I did a 7 mile ride [in Napa Valley] – I never thought I’d be able to do that. Thank you for everything!! I’m so glad I could share this special time with John, thanks to your lessons :) – NR June 2021