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STRIDE’s “iCan Ride” Bike Program

STRIDE’s iCan Bike program is designed to teach children with disabilities how to independently ride a two-wheeled bike.

The unique five-day bike riding program is coordinated with  iCan Shine’s iCan Bike program (formerly known as Lose the Training Wheels). The organization provides a fleet of adaptive bikes designed to ensure the success of all riders. The philosophy and technology of the program has impressive evidence for success in youth with Autism and other youth with disabilities. The program is integrated with high school students and community volunteers.

Bikers participate in five 75-minute daily sessions Monday through Friday. Each biker is assigned to a trained volunteer who runs alongside them to ensure safety. 

child on bike with two runners

When: July 7, 2025 – July 11, 2025

Orientation Sunday, July 6th at 10am

Cost: $200 (Scholarships are available upon request if you cannot afford the cost.)

Where: Union College, Messa Rink, Memorial Field House, Schenectady, NY 12308

Available Session Times:

  • Session #1: 08:30AM – 9:45AM
  • Session #2: 10:05AM – 11:20AM
  • Session #3: 11:40AM – 12:55PM
  • Session #4: 2:00PM – 3:15PM
  • Session #5: 3:35PM – 4:50PM

Rider Requirements:
 (Rider must meet all of below criteria):

  • Minimum age – 8 years old, maximum age 21
  • Able to sidestep to both sides
  • Have a disability
  • Able to attend camp all 5 days, and have your own bike for the last 1-2 days of camp
  • Able to walk without assistive device
  • Maximum weight 220 lbs.
  • Willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet
  • Minimum inseam of 20” (measure from floor while rider is wearing sneakers)

Priority is given to riders who have not previously participated in the program.

iCan Bike 2025

Follow these steps to register:

  1. Make sure your child’s STRIDE Interest Form and Waivers are up to date.
    Interest Form| Waivers 

  2. Register through iCan Shine.
    Register your child through iCan Shine!

  3. Monitor your email for confirmation of enrollment from STRIDE.
    THIS WILL NOT BE AN IMMEDIATE CONFIRMATION 
    Confirmation emails will not be sent out until mid-May.

For questions, contact Alli Ryan at aryan@stride.org or 518-598-1279.

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Group of volunteers with mascot

Volunteer!

Know someone athletic who would like to make a difference in the life of a child?
We need volunteers for 2025 iCan Ride!!!

Must be 15 years old

  • Prefer if you can volunteer at the same time/session M-F
  • No experience working with children with disabilities? We will train you!

To register as a volunteer

  1.  Register as a volunteer
  2.  Fill out liability waivers
  3.  Fill out the iCan Shine Volunteer Online Registration Form

For volunteers 18+

Email STRIDE Program Director; a background check and Safe Sport Trained training may be required!

THANK YOU TO OUR BIKE PROGRAM SPONSORS

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Have you received confirmation from our Program Director?

If not, email: aryan@stride.org. After confirmation, click on the button below and make payment according to the instructions on the page.

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