COGkids programming is designed to get kids with autism out riding their bikes.

COGkids introduces mountain biking in a calm and encouraging environment that supports the development of bike skills and self-confidence and provides an opportunity to connect with peers and nature. Riders will have the opportunity to learn and practice skills with professional instruction and apply these new skills / techniques on a variety of awesome trails at a pace that’s comfortable to them.

We will be front-loading the families with lots of information before the program begins. If you wish to provide additional information about your child before camp we would be more than happy to jump on a call to discuss how we can make this experience a positive one for everyone.

The aim of this program is to connect with nature and empower the kids by:

Building Trust = Fun!
Connection with Nature
Social Connection
Empowerment

Programming Ratio & Who This Is For

Our COGkids programs have a ratio of 2 participants to 1 instructor.

It is important your child be able to follow the group plan with minimal support. If your child has sensory sensitivities or needs that may need to be addressed, please let us know so we can ensure a positive experience. We recognize that predictability is also important so all sessions will include a review of the schedule and expectations prior to starting the ride. We welcome verbal, minimally verbal and non-speaking kids.

Before booking take a moment to assess your kids riding ability & fitness level so that you can include this information when booking. This course is for those with a minimum rider profile rating of:

Youth Skill Level 2
Youth Fitness Level 2

REVIEW YOUR KID'S RIDING LEVEL HERE

Endless Biking is not a registered Autism Funding service provider. Nevertheless, you can submit a request for funding for this program through your Autism Funding parent portal. If you have any information in regards to providing subsidies for programs such as the COG program please reach out to programs@endlessbiking.com.

Who will they be riding with?

Karen Stark - PMBI Instructor

Karen grew up in North Vancouver since she was 7 years old and is now happy to be raising 3 daughters ages 10, 12, 15 who all enjoy bikes in some form. Karen is a PMBI certified bike coach and is just finishing up with the GRIP girls 9-12 bike camp with Endless Biking. She has enjoyed riding for over 15 years in many towns around BC and in other countries and has done countless mountain bike, running and adventure races. Karen has a Marketing Communications diploma from BCIT and 15 years of experience in the Tourism, Sports & Retail Marketing Sectors and is/has been working for BC Bike Race for 10 years.

Natasha Penner - PMBI Instructor

Natasha has been riding the North Shore for over 15 years and has volunteered as a ride leader with a local mountain biking club for more than 10. She is also a Speech-Language Pathologist on a school district inclusion team providing communication support for students in elementary Autism and secondary Life Skills programs. Natasha is excited to combine her passion for biking with her background in communication to help develop a mountain biking program for kids with autism!

COGkids
SPRING PROGRAM

AGES
8-15yrs

RIDE TIME
4:45pm - 6:15pm
Meet at 4:30pm

DATES
Eight Consecutive Wednesdays
MAY 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
JUNE 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

LOCATIONS
Lower Seymour Demonstration Forest
Blueridge
Mt Fromme

WHAT TO BRING / REQUIREMENTS

Mountain Bike with: