Announcement of Bicycle Traffic Safety Class for Thespa Gunma Academy U-18
Thespa Gunma will hold a bicycle traffic safety class for its U-18 academy players, addressing the revised Road Traffic Act and local accident issues.
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- 📰 Published: March 31, 2026 at 22:00
Thespa Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce that it will hold a "Bicycle Traffic Safety Class" for its academy players (U-16 to U-18).
With the revised Road Traffic Act coming into effect on April 1, 2026, penalties for traffic violations involving bicycles will be strengthened, making the importance of safe riding higher than ever before. Furthermore, human-injury traffic accidents involving junior high and high school students' bicycles remain a challenge in Gunma Prefecture, necessitating an improvement in traffic safety awareness among the younger generation who will shape the future.
Against this backdrop, this initiative aims to equip Thespa Gunma Academy U-18 players with knowledge and practical skills for safe bicycle use.
This initiative aims to equip Thespa Gunma Academy players with knowledge and practical skills for safe bicycle use.
■ Event Outline
【Date】
Thursday, April 2, Reiwa 8 (2026) 12:30 PM~ (approx. 1 hour)
【Location】
GCC Thespark (1674-8 Tomita-cho, Maebashi City)
■ Content (Planned)
・Bicycle traffic rule confirmation test
・Practical guidance on correct bicycle riding methods
・Observation of police motorcycle demonstration
・Explanation of the bicycle traffic violation notification system
■ Instructor
Police officer from Maebashi Higashi Police Station
■ Media Inquiries Here
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■ Contact for this matter
Thespa Co., Ltd.
【Department】Marketing Department, Hometown Promotion Section
【Person in charge】Yusuke Kishikawa
TEL：080-2351-1943
MAIL：[email protected]
FAQ
Why is Thespa Gunma holding a traffic safety class?
Due to the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Act and ongoing bicycle accidents involving junior high and high school students in Gunma Prefecture, it aims to enhance academy players' safety awareness and contribute to the community.
When and where will the class be held?
It will be held on Thursday, April 2, Reiwa 8 (2026) from 12:30 PM for approximately one hour at GCC Thespark (1674-8 Tomita-cho, Maebashi City).
What content will be covered in the class?
The class will include a bicycle traffic rule confirmation test, practical guidance on correct riding methods, observation of a police motorcycle demonstration, and an explanation of the bicycle traffic violation notification system.