Bike Repair Courses
Quick Cranks Institute for Bicycle Repair
Offering beginner to advanced bicycle repair training and accreditation.
Ever wanted to learn how to perform basic maintenance on your bicycle? Quick Cranks is excited to teach Ottawa & Gatineau the skills to repair bicycles from flat tires to full bicycle overhauls. We have the training package for you.
Hands On Instruction In A Pro bike Shop
Professional instruction to repair YOUR bikes. Bring your bicycle to maximize our instruction and get comfortable performing maintenance on your bikes.
Professional Tools
Learning with the best shop quality tools makes repair easy.
A safe and fun atmosphere to learn and make mistakes!
With bike mechanics around you can make mistakes and we can fix it! We will be there every step of the way. Our training environment is free from discrimination and welcomes everyone.
Under 18?
Ages 12-16 must attend the class with a parent or guardian over 18.
Ages 16-18 require parental consent however may attend the course on their own.
Our novice course is perfect for students looking to start a job at a bike shop! We will teach you the skills to perform tune-ups and give you an edge on the job market.
Courses Offered
Novice Bike REPAIR
Ever wanted to understand what's going on with your bike? Through hands on lessons in our own mechanics shop in Hintonburg you will learn everything you need to know to complete all the basic maintenance for your bike. In this immersive 8 hour course you will learn how to go from front to back of your bike, diagnosing and fixing problems as you go. In this course you will learn how to:
- Wheel removal & installation
- Tire and tube replacements
- Chain cleaning, inspection, and lubrication
- Minor shifting adjustments
- Brake adjustment and inspection
- Bike safety inspection
- Brake systems
- Derailleur systems
- Bottom bracket systems
- Chain systems
- Wheel truing
- Torque specifications
- Pedal and handlebar replacement
Advanced Mechanic Course
If you want to learn the A–Z of bicycle mechanics, this is the course for you. Many of our own mechanics—including our Head Mechanic, John, who trained in England in 2014, and senior mechanic Ken, who traveled to Toronto for a similar advanced course—have taken training like this to get where they are today. Offered exclusively at the K2O School of Bicycle Mechanics, this is (as far as we know) the only in-depth course of its kind in Ottawa. Delivered by John himself, this professional program is taught inside a fully-equipped, purpose-built workshop at 175 Helen Rapp Way (Google: K2O School of Bicycle Mechanics). The full course is broken down into 10 intensive one-day modules, running Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm, over two consecutive weeks. Each day features a homemade lunch and expert-led instruction in a small-group setting.
Course Modules:
- 1: Foundations & Derailleur Systems
- 2: Chains, Cassettes & Hubs
- 3: Brakes
- 4: Headsets, Bottom Brackets & Cranks
- 5: Bike Builds & Cabling (includes end-of-week test)
- 6: Hydraulic Systems
- 7: Wheel Building
- 8: Frame Tools & Extraction Methods
- 9: Suspension Systems
- 10: Service Operations & Small Business Models
Whether you're aiming to become a professional mechanic or simply want to master your craft, this course will take you from the basics to advanced systems with confidence.
Wheel Building
If you’ve ever wanted to build your own wheels—whether for a custom bike build or simply for the satisfaction of mastering this craft—this course is your chance to learn how. You'll be guided through the entire wheel building process, from lacing spokes to finishing and truing the wheel.
Beyond wheel building itself, the course offers a comprehensive overview of wheels and tires, including:
- Tire sizing and compatibility
- Rim and tire width matching
- Flat repair techniques
- Wheel repairs
- Tubeless tire setup
This one-day course is delivered at the K2O School of Bicycle Mechanics, located at 175 Helen Rapp Way (search K2O School of Bicycle Mechanics on Google Maps). It’s led by our Head Mechanic, John, inside a professional-grade workshop purpose-built for bicycle mechanic training.
The course runs from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and includes a homemade lunch to keep you fuelled throughout the day.
