Bike Riding Skills Group
Bike Riding is not only a fun outdoor activity to do as a family, it also has so many physical benefits. Balance, coordination, muscle strength as well as body and safety awareness are just some of the benefits of riding a bike. Despite this, riding a bike can be quite challenging.
Our Bike Riding program will run over a 4 day period during school holidays. The program will be conducted in a group setting with 1:1 support and guidance from a therapist.
The Bike Riding Skills Group targets goals such as:
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Building gross motor skills and coordination (relevant for participants with physical disabilities, neurological conditions and developmental delays)
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Developing road safety awareness and hazard perception skills to support safe community participation
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Improving postural control, core strength, and overall endurance for sustained participation in movement-based activities
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Enhancing motor planning and sequencing skills to improve functional mobility
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Increasing independence in mobility and participation in physical activities (e.g., transitioning from a balance bike to two wheels, improving endurance for longer rides)
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Supporting social engagement and confidence by developing the skills needed to participate in recreational and community activities with peers
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This program is suitable for children with a variety of skills and abilities, with potential outcomes including:
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Learning to ride a balance bike
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Transitioning from training wheels to two wheels
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Learning to steer while navigating obstacles and various terrain
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Starting and stopping
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General endurance in bike riding e.g. increasing riding distance
This program will be run in Torquay. Please refer to our social channels Instagram and Facebook for the latest group scheduling times.
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Please note: To participate in this program your child will require a correctly fitted bike and helmet. It is also preferred that an adult participates with the child so skills taught can be transferred to the home environment, however if this isn't possible we can provide a staff member to support your child at an additional cost.
Please register your interest via the Sign Up button below.
