i Can Bike Camp 2018
Presented in part by a grant from
​the Bloomington Bicycle Club
Bicycle Camp for People with Disabilities
May 14 –18, 2018
Frank Southern Ice Arena, Bloomington, Indiana
Hosted by Down Syndrome Family Connection

NEW SESSION TIMES!!!
There are two 75-minute sessions to choose from:
 4:15 pm & 5:50 pm

RIDER REGISTRATION
​SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!!
For full details and application -
Email: [email protected]

iCan Bike is a camp that teaches children, teens,and young adults with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle in one 75-minute session for five days. iCan Bike (previously known as Lose the Training Wheels) uses adapted equipment, trained professionals, and volunteers. Within the five days, over 80% of participants learn to ride a conventional bicycle independently. The camp is run by the professionals of  ICan Shine with help from local volunteers.  Check out the ICan Shine video library.

iCan Bike is more than just a bike-riding program. For many children with disabilities, learning to ride a bike is a seemingly impossible task that they can typically master in less than a week’s time during this camp. Within days of learning to ride, many children exhibit independent behaviors for the first time ever. This achievement, in turn, creates a gateway of opportunity, helping them gain assurance and self-reliance in many other aspects of their lives.
“Bike riding is Ava's favorite activity, I cannot imagine her without her bike. Riding independently has given Ava confidence, promoted a healthy lifestyle, and lets her have fun with all kids. iCan Bike is amazing. I was thrilled that after five 75-minute sessions Ava was able to ride a two-wheeled bike independently. Our family is very excited that iCan Bike is coming to Bloomington to provide other kids with disabilities the opportunity to learn a life changing activity.”
Tuli Mukhopadhyay, parent, Down Syndrome Family Connection
Join iCan Bike as a Rider!

To register for the camp
Riders must meet these requirement for participation:
  • Minimum of 8 years of age
  • With a disability
  • Able to walk without assistive device
  • Able to sidestep to both sides
  • Minimum inseam of 20”
  • Maximum weight 220 lbs.
  • Willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet
  • Able to attend camp all 5 days
First, read these Rider Registration Guidelines. Registration deadline is extended!  Then complete our online rider application.
There are two 75-minute sessions to choose from:
 4:15 pm
5:50 pm

Session availability and placement is on a first come, first served basis and must follow the iCan Shine requirements for acceptance and session assignment. Full payment is required to reserve your spot, and there are no refunds unless there is a waiting list for your participant’s particular session. You will receive an e-mail confirming your rider's acceptance into the camp along with his/her session time within a few weeks of application submission.

Registration is $150.  Click the link to pay for your registration using PayPal 
 Presenting Sponsor:
​Bloomington Bicycle Club
 Media Sponsors:
​Herald Times, WGCL
 Bike Shop Partner:
​Revolution Bike & Bean
 Silver Sponsors:
​Monroe County Autism Foundation,
DADS, Whitlock Dentistry
Check out this video from the Bloomington Herald-Times about the 2015 iCanBike Bloomington camp.
Photos from the 2015 Camp:
To volunteer
To volunteer as a spotter you must meet these requirements:
  • At least 15 years old
  • Able to attend 90 minutes at the same time each of the 5 days of camp
  • Able to provide physical, emotional, and motivational support to assigned rider
  • Able and willing to get some exercise (light jogging/running) for a great cause

There are two 75-minute sessions to choose from:
 4:15 pm
5:50 pm

If you are interested in volunteering as a spotter for our 2018 camp, please complete the Volunteer Registration Form and submit via email/mail or fill out out online volunteer application.
To Sponsor the Event
  • ​$2,000, Presenting Sponsor Level – Sponsor a session (8 participants)
  • $1,250, Partner Level – Sponsor our facility fee
  • $750, Gold Level – Sponsor our t-shirts (provided to participants and volunteers)
  • $250, Silver Level – Sponsor a participant’s new bike
  • $150, Bronze Level – Sponsor participant’s registration
You may pay for your sponsorship below or
​mail us a check payable to Down Syndrome Family Connection at 413 W. Skyline Dr., Bloomington, IN  47404
Sponsor Levels:
Scholarship Fund:
If you are interested in making a donation to iCanBike please use the link below and your donation will be put towards a scholarship fund that will assist riders that are not able to afford the $150 registration fee.
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Contact us
Camp Director:
John Bunde
317-525-8272

USMail:
iCan Bike - Bloomington
c/o Down Syndrome Family Connection
2600 S. Henderson St., Suite 157
Bloomington, IN 47401

Email:  [email protected]

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