
Training Wheels Are Outdated: Why Balance Bikes Work Faster (and Smarter)
, by Matt Tanner, 2 min reading time
, by Matt Tanner, 2 min reading time
Let’s be real: if you’re here, you’ve probably already tried the “old school” method — training wheels, maybe some wobbly running behind the seat, and more than a few meltdowns (from both your kid… and maybe you too 😅).
You’re not alone.
At Learn2Ride, we’ve worked with thousands of kids and we can confidently say it: training wheels are slowing your child down.
Training wheels were designed to help with balance, but here’s the problem… they don’t actually teach balance.
They create a false sense of stability, and when the wheels come off, kids are back at square one — scared, shaky, and unsure of how to stay upright.
It’s like giving someone a calculator before they learn to count. It might “help” in the short term, but they’re not learning the core skill they actually need.
Balance bikes ditch the pedals and let kids use their feet to glide, coast, and — most importantly — learn to balance on two wheels from day one.
Here’s what happens when a child starts with a balance bike:
In fact, in our 2-hour Learn2Ride workshops, 89% of kids ride independently by the end — without training wheels, without tears, and without months of struggle.
If your child is still struggling to ride, it doesn’t mean they’re behind — and it definitely doesn’t mean you’ve failed as a parent.
It just means you haven’t found the right approach yet.
We’re here to change that.
Our workshops are designed for quick wins and big confidence boosts:
Whether your child is 6 or 12, shy or fearless, we meet them where they are — and help them ride away smiling.
We’ve got workshops happening all over the U.S. 👇 Find one near you and help your child learn the smart way.