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iCan Bike programs are for people with disabilities ages eight to eighty eight! We understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never experience the thrill of independently riding a two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. For example, recent research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle. Defying these odds is why we exist!From July 22 - 26, iCan Shine’s iCan Bike program will be at Easton Area High School to teach individuals with various disabilities how to ride a conventional bike and become a lifelong independent rider! 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. Riders attend the same 75-minute session each day for five consecutive days (M – F) whereby they are physically assisted and encouraged by multiple volunteer “spotters”.
Over the course of the 5-day camp, the adapted bike is adjusted to gradually introduce more instability to challenge riders at their own individual pace.
Requirements for Participation (Rider must meet all of below criteria):
· Minimum age - 8 years old
· Able to sidestep to both sides
· Have a disability
· Able to attend camp all 5 days
· 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)
· Accompanied by parent/guardian willing and able to intervene or assist staff as requested in addressing any prolonged disruptive or aggressive behavior
Camp host: iCan Shine Lehigh Valley
Camp dates: July 22 - 26, 2024
Camp location: Easton Area High School 2601 William Penn Hwy Easton, PA 18045
Registration fee: $150
Local camp information, rider registration, volunteer registration and sponsorship opportunities are available at https://sites.google.com/view/icanshine-lehighvalley
More about the program and history can be found at http://icanshine.org
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Easton Area High School, Easton Area High School, 2601 William Penn Hwy, Easton, PA 18045, United States,West Easton, Pennsylvania
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