Tienen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The bike rides in Tienen foster individual learning through personalized guidance, enhancing language skills and cultural integration. They create a friendly atmosphere promoting community bonds and lasting friendships while making cycling a cherished local tradition.
During the bike rides each month the guides really pay attention to each person and explain things just for them. This helps everyone learn better because they get special help and feedback. By answering questions and giving personal tips the guides make sure everyone gets the most out of the ride. Laermans says that when guides work closely with each person learning happens faster and the experience gets better. By helping each person individually they create a friendly atmosphere where everyone gets special help. This not only helps people understand better but also makes the bike rides more fun and educational for everyone.
How do bike rides in Tienen enhance language and cultural learning?
Laermans says that when the guides chat with people during the bike rides in Tienen it gives them a chance to practice Dutch while checking out the area. This helps them get to know the region and its culture better. People love this because they are excited to learn. They consider biking a big deal in the local culture almost like a sacred thing. People who are new really want to join in on this cultural tradition which makes them excited to learn and fit in.They said that by mixing language practice with exploring the culture the bike rides give them a good way to bond with the local community. This hands-on experience helps them feel like they belong and valued in the area making their integration and fun levels even better.
What impact do the annual bike rides organized by the Cyclists Union have on community bonding and youth engagement in Tienen?
According to resources cyclists Union has set up a bike ride every year for grown. These rides always bring people closer making them feel like they’re part of a friendly group. Since the event happens regularly everyone gets to know each other making it a fun and welcoming environment. After the rides people still hang out in Tienen and chat with locals even while shopping.They mentioned that this shows how the bike rides have a lasting effect not just as a fun activity but also in creating lasting friendships and a stronger bond with the community.
Laermans mentioned that some kids started playing football and it was hard for their parents to take them to practice until the boys could ride bikes themselves. The Cyclists’ Union helps people get second-hand bikes through the ‘A Bike for Everyone’ project by collaborating with a thrift store where they can buy bikes at a low price. Cycling is a cheap way to get around which many find appealing. The first bike tour is on September 7 and the group will visit Onzen Hof in Kumtich.
