iCan Bike Camp
Monday, June 1, 2026 – Friday, June 5, 2026
Columbus Academy
4300 Cherry Bottom Rd | Gahanna, OH 43230
Applications for volunteers and riders will open on Monday, March 2!
Biking is more than just exercise and transportation: it’s a social activity, rite of passage, and first taste of independence. Transforming biking into an inclusive activity is the mission of iCan Bike, a national organization that conducts bike camps for people with special needs. This unique approach has enabled thousands with a variety of disabilities to become independent bicycle riders.
Requirements for Participation (Rider must meet all criteria below):
- Minimum age – 10 years old at time of camp
- Have a disability
- Able to walk without an assistive device
- Willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet (Not Provided)
- Able to sidestep to both sides
- Able to attend camp all 5 days
- Maximum weight of 220 lbs.
- Minimum inseam of 20” (measure from floor while rider is wearing sneakers)
- Every rider is required to have their own personal bicycle by Wednesday of Camp
- Accompanied by parent/guardian willing and able to intervene or assist staff as requested in addressing any prolonged disruptive or aggressive behavior
Volunteers Needed!
DSACO relies on the support of amazing volunteers to make iCan Bike Camp a success! Volunteers will be paired with a camper for the week and act as his/her “spotter” to provide encouragement, support, and run alongside the camper as they learn to ride independently!
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- Volunteers must be at least 14 years old by the start of camp (June 1, 2026).
- We encourage volunteers to commit to attending all 5 days of camp for at least one session. Riders bond with their assigned volunteer(s) and they rely on the same person to be there supporting them each day of camp.
- Volunteers should be able to provide physical and motivational support to their assigned camper.
Questions? Contact Lucy Maddrill at bikecamp@dsaco.net.