The Fairmount Park Conservatory and Bicycle Coalition of Philadelphia team up and do these awesome Ladies Day at the Pumptrack. They are about once a month May to October, typically on a Sunday around 10:30 AM with a Bicycle ride there from Fairmount Bicycle at 10 AM. Free for members $10 for non-members, check out both websites for updates on the exact dates. Bicycle's and helmets are provided if you need them. There is a small intro lesson is given and pointers while you ride. It's a great way to get on the track before it opens to the public and build up some confidents on the track. I've been to 4 of these events so far and the staff is fabulous. The people who come are always super friendly it's a really outstanding event.
The Philly Pumptrack itself is free to the public and open seasonally weather permitting. They use to also provided bikes to rent but due to some theft issues that is on hold at the moment so you would currently need your own bike if you plan to visit. But they really doing a lot to help the local neighborhood the reside in especially getting kids active and engaged. Currently they are trying to build a fence so they can provide rental bikes again here is the link if you'd like to donate to the cause: https://bicyclecoalition.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/pumptrack read more