Power2Pedal is back in 2023! Power2Pedal is a 5-week bike riding program for children aged 5 – 12 with autism. The program will offer participants the opportunity to learn to ride a bike in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Power2Pedal has been specifically designed to get more kids and teens with autism riding bikes and including active transport into their lifestyle.
Power2Pedal is an after school program, with sessions running for 45 minutes at the Victoria Park in Ballarat, with all facilitators trained by Cycling Australia.
This program is a partnership between Ballarat Sebastopol Cycling Club, Leisure Networks, VicHealth, City of Ballarat, Sports Central, Reclink Australia and Solve Disability Solutions.
Dates: Monday 6th Feb – Monday 6th March 2023
Time: 4.00pm – 4.45pm & 5.00pm – 5:45pm (2 session options)
Location: Victoria Park, Ballarat
Cost: $75
To register, please follow the link below.
For further information please contact Hugo Tolliday on hugotolliday@gmail.com.
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