iCan Bike Camp – Leesburg

At iCan Bike Camp in Leesburg, VA they understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never have the experience of independently riding a conventional two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience this thrill. Defying these odds is why the camp exists!

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

NOTE:  Dropping-off Riders at the program is not permitted.  A parent, legal guardian or other adult authorized to take responsibility for the Rider (e.g. another parent) must remain on site for duration of each day’s 75-minute program.

Each participant attends the same 75-minute session each day of camp as set forth below:

• Session #1 8:30 – 9:45 am
• Session #2 10:05 – 11:20 am
• Session #3 11:40 – 12:55 pm
• Session #4 2:00 – 3:15 pm
• Session #5 3:35 – 4:50 pm

For information or questions about this bike camp please call or e-mail.