SCI BC’s adaptive cycling program is fun, inclusive and welcoming place for anyone to get involved in biking. Made possible with the support of BC Rehab Foundation and ChairStuff, this cycling program is designed to promote safe local physical activity and community inclusion for people with disabilities.
What We Offer
Fittings/Assessments and Clinics
Our Fittings/Assessments provide a 1:1 bike fitting and setup with a trained adaptive cycling instructor to help you find the bike that works best for you! You’ll have a chance to get comfy and oriented to your handcycle and any adaptive equipment you need, like grips, pads or straps.
Once you’ve found a handcycle or adaptive cycle that works for you, it’s time to try it out! In our clinics you’ll ride your bike in an off-street protected area and practise pedalling, shifting, braking and e-assist (if applicable). You’ll also have the chance to learn from other cyclists and get help to feel comfortable behind the wheels.
Group Rides
Group rides bring people together for fun and exercise! We offer several levels of rides at different times, so there’s something suitable for every type of rider. Group rides will take place on off-street protected bike trails with minimal traffic to contend with. Peers with their own handcycles are welcome to join!
Who Can Participate?
If you have elbow function and can transfer with minimal assistance, register on our Adaptive Cycling Program website to find out if our program is for you! Our program is best for those who have (at minimum) elbow function and can do a level transfer with minimal assistance.
Where?
Most of our programming will take place at Trout Lake (John Hendry) Park in Vancouver and locations around the Lower Mainland near you! Suggest a clinic in your neighbourhood at the email address below.
How to Get Involved
We’re working hard to build a brand new website where you can find all the information you need about our cycling program. Plus, you’ll be able to sign up for assessments, clinics and group rides all with a click of your mouse. Stay tuned!
We are also in need of volunteers! If any of the following apply to you, email aalbrecht@sci-bc.ca to let us know!
- Experienced handcyclist (or other form of adaptive cycling) or cyclist and want to share it with others at a clinic or group ride?
- Want to volunteer outside this summer at a beautiful location and supporting adaptive cycling?
- Interested in getting volunteer experience in rehab, disability, rec therapy, OT, PT or similar health disciplines?
Please visit our Adaptive Cycling Program website to learn more and get involved.
Our Bikes
Our bikes include a variety of road/recreational handcycles and adaptive bikes to suit peers with a range of function and interest.
We also provide the following equipment: helmets, transfer lift seats, sliding boards, straps, pads, brake and crank grip adaptations and ActiveHands. Come check out our new gear on the new Adaptive Cycling Program site!
Thank you to our program partners at Cycling BC and Hub Cycling and to BC Rehab Foundation and Chairstuff for their funding and support!
And our provincial Peer Support Program supporters: Coloplast, Hammerco LLP, Slater Vecchio LLP, Macdonald’s Home Health Care, Province of British Columbia, ICBC, and the Government of Canada.
