"Once they understand that they will know they shouldn't try to squeeze past heavy vehicles waiting at lights. It's better to wait behind them, because you get more warning if they move backwards."
If cyclists really have to squeeze past a truck at the lights, it's better to do it on the right hand side, Mr Hulls said. The left hand side has a big blind spot.
Cyclists also learned how to control their bikes using gears and brakes, and were told to make themselves visible, make sure they see drivers and make sure drivers know what they are going to do.
The workshop was funded by the New Zealand Transport Agency. More can be held if they are requested.
Heavy vehicle drivers get parallel education about cyclist safety as part of their on-the-job training, Mr Hulls said.