About
This is a fun, experiential earn-and-learn program that introduces youth ages 8-18 to bicycle safety education, bicycle mechanics and maintenance, as well as life lessons! Program Objectives: - Learn the ABCs (Air, Brake, Chain/Crankset), quick check, and how to maintain and upkeep their own bicycle. - Participants will develop the necessary technical skills to strip and rebuild a bicycle through a hands-on and step-by-step curriculum. - Safe riding instruction to create empowered and self-sufficient young cyclists. - Upon completion of the program, graduates will receive the bicycle they built, helmet, lock, and tool kit! By participating in the Earn-A-Bike program, students: - Develop mechanical and technical aptitude and skill set - Learn the value of participation, teamwork, punctuality, dependability, self-sufficiency, equity, and more! - Utilize and work on peer-to-peer education and teaching while working on problems together - Develop a sense of pride and individual responsibility - Develop valuable time management skills - Promote repurposing and recycling - Engage in a healthy lifestyle
You can also join this program via the mobile app. Go to the app