Bike Camp Volunteer - Summer Seasonal

Volunteer Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs by volunteering at Variety's Bike Camp. As a Spotter, you'll play a crucial role in helping individuals with disabilities learn to ride a conventional bicycle, an experience many have never had. This rewarding opportunity allows you to enhance your athletic skills, meet new people, and develop teamwork abilities while making a meaningful impact. Volunteers are encouraged to commit to the full camp duration, fostering connections with riders and ensuring they receive consistent support. If you're passionate about helping others and want to contribute to a positive cause, this is the perfect chance for you.

Benefits

Letter of reference

Certificate of recognition

Training/Orientation

Supervision

Evaluation

Qualifications

• Volunteers must be at least 15 years old and physically able to walk/jog 3 miles.
• Commitment to attend all 5 days of the camp is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist riders in learning to ride a bike by providing support and encouragement.
• Attend a 75-minute session each day for 5 days.

Skills

Teamwork

Athletic Ability

Encouragement

Education

Minimum age of 15 years

Job description

Organizational Description: Variety, the Children's Charity of Manitoba steps in where government, healthcare, school divisions, and other funding sources end to provide proven solutions to enrich the lives of children in Manitoba living with special needs and experiencing economic disadvantage.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity ID: 4729

Description of Duties:

What is Variety's Bike Camp?

Variety's Bike Camp teaches individuals living with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle using adapted bike equipment. We 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 we exist!

When: June 30th - July 4th and July 7th - July 11th, 2025

Volunteer Role:

Spotter: Walk/jog/run alongside a rider as they are learning to ride a bike during a 75-minute session (with short breaks). Ideally, you are asked to attend the same session for all 5 days, so you can work with the same rider each day. You will provide encouragement and physical support, as needed. We encourage volunteers to commit to attending all 5 days of camp for the session(s) selected. Riders bond with their assigned volunteer(s) and rely on the same person to be there to support them each day of camp. We do understand this is not always a possibility and will welcome volunteers any days they can attend.

Skills Required:

AGE REQUIREMENT: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old. If you are under 15, please contact us for possible opportunities. Volunteer spotters will walk/jog approximately 3 miles during each 75-minute session. Volunteers ideally, are asked to attend the same session for all 5 days, so you can work with the same rider each day.

Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Enhance your athletic ability
Meet new people
Grow your ability to work as a team

Opportunity Requirements:
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No

Opportunity is available to candidates that:
Group - small, family and friends
Group - large, corporate and schools
Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit

Organization will provide:
A letter of reference
Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation

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