iCan Bike Program
Bike Program: iCan Shine is a nonprofit organization that teaches individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle through its iCan Bike program.
How it works: iCan Bike uses a fleet of adapted bicycles, a specialized instructional program, and a trained staff to teach individuals with disabilities how to ride a bike. Over the course of the 5-day camp the adapted bike is adjusted to gradually introduce more instability in an effort to challenge riders at their own individual pace. The week is concluded with a touching and inspiring award ceremony.
Where and When: Blue Valley Recreation Center at Hilltop located at 7720 W. 143rd Street Overland Park, KS the week of June 5th-9th, 2017
Registration Fee: $150
Hosted by: Melissa Gilkison and Mandie Aadland
Rider Requirements (35 spots available):
- Must be at least 8 years old by start of camp and have a disability
- Must be able to walk without an assistive device and sidestep to both sides
- Must be able to attend the same 75-minute session each day of the 5-day camp (Monday–Friday)
- Must be under 220 lbs. and have a minimum inseam measurement of 20” (measure from floor with sneakers on)
Volunteer Requirements:
- At least 16 years old (unless accompanied by an adult)
- Able to attend 90 minutes at the same time each of the 5 days of camp (15 minutes of training/daily debriefing)
- Able to provide physical, emotional and motivational support to assigned rider
- Able and willing to get some exercise (light jogging/running) for a great cause!
Those interested in registering for this great program as a rider or volunteer or those interested in helping by making a tax deductible donation should email us at [email protected].
For more information go to our website: www.icanshine.org