“The cycling class has been a wonderful activity for Taeghen. She was really nervous about riding a bike, but she has loved it! Her confidence has grown by leaps and bounds and she really looks forward to riding with the group. She likes Steve so much and his kindness and patience has been a 10+! Thank you all so much!! - Colleen Miller, parent
Objectives: Help people of all ages with disabilities learn cycling skills and build strength, explore bike trails in Duluth, and enjoy the outdoors in a safe and encouraging environment. Volunteers should have cycling experience and enjoy working with people in an outdoor and social community.
Responsibilities:
- Encourage and support participants while enjoying a bike ride
- Dress appropriately for outdoor physical activity (layers, close-toed shoes, etc.)
- Assist with setting up participants with bikes and promote equipment safety
- Promote independent bike riding and help participants learn the benefits of fresh air and exercise!
Benefits:
- Gain experience working and bonding with people of all ages with disabilities
- Enjoy the outdoors and the sport of cycling on a weekly basis
- Participate in a fun and social community while getting some light exercise
Training: on-site Adaptive Cycling training one week prior to program start date.
Qualifications:
- Enjoy cycling, the outdoors, and fostering a positive and social community
- Ability to encourage and interact with participants and volunteers in a patient and positive manner
- Ideally provide your own bike or roller blades, a few bikes are available to borrow
Time Commitment: Wednesdays, May 17 - July 26, 6:00-7:30 PM. Volunteers are asked to commit to 6-7 of the 10 sessions.
