A unique approach that enables individuals with disabilities to become independent bicycle riders.

Mission

The mission of Bike First! is to empower people with disabilities to be independent, confident, healthy, and social by teaching them the skills needed to ride traditional two-wheel bicycles. We strive to spread the significance of Inclusion for All, break down barriers, and increase belonging in our communities.

What people are saying about BikeFirst!

  • "As a cyclist, seeing the look on someone's face as they ride a two-wheeler for the first time defies words. We all know what a positive addition biking can be to all of our lives, and watching it happen is magical."

    Dave Guettler, Owner, River City Bicycles

  • “This clinic is truly more than about learning to ride a bike, as I quickly discovered. My daughter feels accomplished and proud. She started getting stronger from the exercise. She pushed past her fears and became successful. She learned to do something we thought impossible. She learned to trust others who would run beside her for whatever it took to get her to her goal. She has acquired a new degree of freedom. She may not ever get to drive a car, but she can now ride a bicycle in her community and she will have that for all her life.”

    Parent

  • “For the past 12 years, I have been a spotter at Bike First! and it has honestly changed my life in so many ways. It has made me more accepting as a person and more open-minded as well. Seeing the pure delight and joy that lights up a riders face once they have an “Aha! I did it!” moment reminds me why I keep coming back year after year. Many times, I have seen parents tearing up upon seeing their newly minted rider whizzing around on two wheels, and it makes me smile. Bike First! impacts every rider, parent, and volunteer who comes through the clinic, and I am proud to be a part of it.”

    Volunteer

Supported Independence

BikeFirst! utilizes specialized technology to help riders learn to balance and ride a two-wheeled bicycle.

We are excited to begin building our own fleet of equipment and hope to roll out more opportunitites to Bike On in 2026!

Legacy of Inclusion

Bike First! camps have connected hundreds of amazing people over our years. Our team is full of people who set aside time, year after year, to work with our riders. These relationships are the magic that makes camp such a powerful experience of real inclusion. Our “family” of volunteers, leaders, and staff are creating systemic change - helping us all enjoying a more inclusive, active, positive world.

We hope you’ll join us in 2026 for our 20th year of camp!

Confident Inclusion

Bike First! camps help riders and caregivers try and succeed to learn the skills of riding a bicycle. Camps also create a unique opportunity for volunteers to learn the skills of inclusion.

Bike First! riders join their families and peers in healthy habits and enjoy connection in their community. Bike First! team members come back year after year to grow in leadership and enjoy the friendships of a healthier, more inclusive world.