Break out your bicycle.
May is National Bike to Work Month.
In celebration, we're highlighting some great resources and events that
may inspire you to give biking a try. Whether it's commuting to GU by bike on May 18 (Bike to Work Day) or any other day, going for a family bike ride or just giving a new trail a try during a beautiful spring weekend.
- Resources for Bicyclists from Washington Area Bicyclist Association
This website provides maps and guides; information on local trails, bike laws, group biking, commuting and much more! - Recycle your old bikes with Bikes for the World
- Go DC Go!
This site offers great information for commuters. Interactive maps featuring bicycle lanes and Captial Bikeshare stations; you can also check out other eco-friendly commuting options at this great resource. - Capital Bikeshare
With a station located just outside the main gates of the University at 37 & O Streets, may faculty and staff are finding this is a great alternative commuting resource. During the month of May you can stop by the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits to purchase a discounted annual membership.
Have questions about biking? Send an email to biking@georgetown.edu.
Mark your calendar!
- Free Yoga on Thursday, May 10 at Yates Field House will be moved to 11:30 am. This will be the last yoga session of the semester. Classes will begin again in June.
- May 13 - 20 is DC Yoga Week. DC Yoga Week provides FREE and $5 yoga classes to Washington DC area residents, giving them with an opportunity to enjoy different yoga classes at participating DC studios for one week each spring.
- Bike to Work Day is May 18. Take advantage of the fun events, prizes and t-shirts being offered through WABA and its partners.
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Quick Links
Upcoming Wellness Events
- May 17, 12:30pm-1pm: Weekly Walk with Charles DeSantis
- May 18, 12:45pm-1:30pm: Weight Watchers (Wisconsin Ave)
- May 18, All day: Bike to Work Day
- May 24, 12:30pm-1pm: Weekly Walk with Charles DeSantis
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