Transportation Solutions Workshops

In partnership with Charlottesville Area Alliance PATH developed Transportation Solutions Workshops to inform people about transportation options when they can’t or prefer not to drive.  Workshops are customizable to the needs of the groups we present to, but they all focus on accessible transportation in the Region 10 area.

During these interactive workshops, we discuss:

  • Common perceptions of public transit and its users
  • How to use public transportation effectively
  • Trip planning and route navigation
  • How to access and use Jaunt, CAT, MicroCAT, and UTS services
  • Available private transportation providers and their offerings

These workshops are designed for individuals who don’t drive or want to reduce their driving. They are also a valuable resource for those planning ahead for times when they may be temporarily or permanently unable to drive.

PATH offers these workshops FREE of charge to institutions, organizations, and community groups that could benefit from them.

Travel Training

As a complement to our Transportation Solutions Workshops, we offer group travel training in the form of bus field trips. These trips allow small groups to travel to a destination of their choice while learning firsthand how to navigate public transit. The experience helps participants feel more confident and comfortable using buses and other local transit services.

For those who need more personalized assistance, we also provide individual travel training. This one-on-one service pairs participants with a PATH counselor who helps them.

During Travel Training participants ride the bus with a PATH counselor to learn to:

  • Plan their route to their desired destination
  • Locate the nearest bus stop and board correctly
  • Navigate transfers, exits, and reaching their destination
  • Practice the return trip home

This training continues until the participant feels fully comfortable traveling independently. While most sessions focus on Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT), we also provide training on using Jaunt and MicroCAT as needed.

Transportation Solution Workshops were developed with assistance of Charlottesville Area Alliance and  AARP’s Livable Communities Initiative

Program is funded by Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, TJPDC and Charlottesville Area Community Foundation.

Upcoming Workshops

Past Workshops