Cycling Without Age - Bring Joy to the Outdoors!
Our Mission: We believe everyone deserves to feel the wind in their hair and the sun on their face. Our project helps people with limited mobility experience the joy of cycling and the beauty of the outdoors.
Who We Help:
- People who miss being outdoors and now have limited mobility: Reconnect with nature and the community.
- People with dementia: Enjoy stimulating outdoor experiences.
- Young people with mobility limitations: Feel the freedom of cycling.
- Anyone who can't cycle on their own: Share special moments with friends and family.
What We Do:
We offer rides on our specially designed Trishaw:
- Comfortable & Accessible: Seats two passengers, has a low step, and a protective hood.
- Power-Assisted: Makes cycling easy for volunteers.
How You Can Help:
- Cyclist: Cycle the trishaw, providing safe and enjoyable rides.
- Co-Cyclist: Cycle alongside the trishaw, offering companionship and assistance.
- Mechanics: Help maintain and repair our trishaw, ensuring its smooth operation.
- Transport Crew: Assist in transporting the trishaw between locations.
- Creative Minds: Develop our branding, website, and promotional materials.
- Decorators: Add a personal touch to our trishaw, making it inviting and unique.
- Tech Gurus: Create and maintain a user-friendly website.
- Photographers/Videographers: Capture the joy of our rides and share our story.
- Interviewers: Gather stories from participants and volunteers, showcasing the impact of our project.
Time Commitment:
- Flexible Schedule: We're happy to work around your availability.
- Weekday Sessions: Primarily during the week, based on demand.
Location:
- Summer: Barry Promenade, easily accessible by train.
- Winter: We're currently looking for a Cardiff location.
Why Volunteer:
- Make a Difference: Bring smiles to people's faces and create enjoyable memories.
- Enjoy the Outdoors: Experience the beauty of the coastline while cycling.
- Meet New People: Connect with other volunteers and the community.
- Learn New Skills: Gain experience in cycling, mechanics, or creative fields.
- Be Part of Something Special: Join a new and growing project.
Join us today and help make the outdoors accessible to everyone: https://www.svcymru.org/apply-to-volunteer