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iCan Shine Bike Camp

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ORGANIZATION: DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN

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DSAWM is working with iCan Shine to do another Bike Camp in Grand Rapids! Grand River Preparatory High School is generously donating their gym for the camp. The goal of iCan Bike is to teach individuals with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle and become lifelong independent riders. iCan Bike uses adapted bicycles, a specialized instructional program, and trained staff to enable individuals with disabilities to learn to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle. Riders attend one 75 minute session each day for five consecutive days where they learn to ride while accompanied and encouraged by volunteer "spotters". Your role as a volunteer spotter will be to walk/jog/run alongside a rider as they are learning to ride a bike during a 75-minute session (with short breaks) for 5 days Monday through Friday. You will provide encouragement and physical support, as needed.

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About DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN

Location:

160 68th St SW, Suite 110, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548, US

Mission Statement

The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan is a resource and advocacy organization promoting public awareness and supporting lifelong opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome.

Description

Our Values

  • Inclusion
  • Empowerment
  • Education
  • Community
  • Service
Our Programs The DSAWM offers programs for people of all ages. A few of those programs are:
  • Cooking Capers
  • Buddy Up Tennis
  • iCan Shine Bike Camp
  • Sign Language for Littles
  • Shape Up Fitness
  • Rapid Runners
  • Movie-Making, Music, & More
  • Social Dance
  • Book Club
  • Summer Day Camp
  • Therapeutic Playgroups
Contact us at info@dsawm.org if you have any questions about the programs we are currently offering.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
People with Disabilities
Sports & Recreation
Children & Youth, People with Disabilities, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Mon Jul 21, 2025 - Fri Jul 25, 2025
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

WHERE

Grand River Preparatory High School650 52nd St SEGrand Rapids, MI 49548

(42.86832,-85.64914)
 

DATE POSTED

March 3, 2025

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 15
  • Orientation or Training
  • 5 days (Monday-Friday) an hour and 30 minutes per day
  • Must be able to walk/jog approximately 3 miles with short breaks and provide encouragement to riders. Must complete the registration form.

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 50+
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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