iCAN BIKE CAMP

July 11-15, 2022 • Copley High School

WHAT IS iCAN BIKE?

This is a life changing camp that teaches individuals of many different abilities to ride a two-wheel bicycle independently. There are 5 sessions daily with 8 riders attending their same assigned session each day. This achievement helps these special people gain assurance and self-reliance in many other aspects of their lives.

VOLUNTEER DUTIES

80 volunteers are needed to make this camp a success. Volunteers walk/lightly jog beside riders to help teach balance and provide emotional/motivational support. We encourage every volunteer to commit to working the entire week of the camp for the 75-minute session they select. Campers bond with their volunteers and rely on the same person to be there each day to help them learn to ride a bike. 

REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 15 years old, able to walk fast or jog for 75 minutes with short breaks. A five-day commitment for a session time is desired and appreciated, but alternative schedules are considered.  

Training provided at the Volunteer Orientation meeting on July 10 at 4 pm at Copley High. 

No prior experience with people with disabilities necessary. You get a cool t-shirt too!

TIMES / LOCATION

Copley High School Auxiliary Gym • 3807 Ridgewood Road, Copley OH

16 Volunteers Needed at Each Session from Monday to Friday

Session 1:  8:30am - 9:45am (need 4 volunteers)
Session 2:  10:05am - 11:20am (FULL)
Session 3:  11:40am - 12:55pm (FULL)
Session 4:  2:00pm - 3:15pm (need 4)
Session 5:  3:35pm - 4:50pm (need 5)

High School Students:  Earn 8.5 hours of community service for one session and 16 hours for two sessions - both scenarios include attending all five days plus orientation.

College Students:  Gain hands on experience to enhance your college studies.

VIDEOS

The videos below are good overviews of the bike camp and do a nice job of touching on all the important aspects from a rider and volunteer perspective.