Since 1990, when the first Earn-A-Bikers set up shop at the tennis courts on Centre Street, over 3,000 Boston youth have participated in BNB Youth Programs. Every program at BNB is active, hands-on and peer-led. Our programs ask for a great deal of commitment from participants, but they also provide mentorship, support and opportunities for growth within BNB. Bikes Not Bombs is committed to working against the pervasive adultism in our society. We believe that the best youth programs are ones that involve young people not only as participants but also as consultants and ones that give young people the opportunity to self-manage and become leaders. In BNB’s Youth Programs, participants have the opportunity to learn everything from basic bike maintenance and city riding to all the skills needed to work as a bicycle mechanic. Maybe you’re someone who needs to learn how to ride, maybe you want to take home your very first bike, or maybe you’re an experienced rider; no matter who you are there is a BNB program for you. Check out the options and how to apply here and feel free to call, email or visit if you have any more questions.
Earn-A-Bike
For: Youth, ages 12-18 Applications are currently closed for Earn-A-Bike. Earn-A-Bike is a learning and earning bicycle program. Read more...
Sisters in Action
For: Girls, Femmes, Trans, Women, Womxn only, now all ages! Applications are currently closed for Sisters In Action. Read more...
On-The-Bike
For: Youth 12-18 We are currently accepting applications for Summer 2021 On-The-Bike. No experience in biking or mechanics is necessary to apply. Read more...
BOCA - Youth Organizing
Bicyclists Organizing for Community Action (BOCA), is designed to bring young people together to make community change through cycling. Read more...
Bike Institute
For: Youth and Adults aged 15+ We are currently accepting applications Summer 2021 Bike Institute. Read more...
Mechanics Training
For: Youth 15 and older, co-ed The Advanced Mechanics program at Bikes Not Bombs is a Professional Development program Read more...
STRIVE
For: Boys and Girls, aged 12-18 STRIVE is a comprehensive transition program providing support services to Boston Public Schools students with disabilities. Read more...
Youth Employment Pathways
For: Boston youth, ages 15-18, who have successfully completed two BNB programs All of Bikes Not Bombs programs are run by Youth Employees Read more...
Alumni Services
For: BNB alumni and family Bikes Not Bombs isn't just for current program participants or Youth Employees. We offer fun activities and events for all past participants, youth staff, and their friends. Read more...