After-School

HopOn After-School instructors are trained by the National Coaches Certification Program and accredited by Cycling BC’s HopOnprogram. Each program is run by an event organizer who has applied for a grant from Cycling BC to access training, resources, and administrative support. There are two formats of delivery:

• School Bike Club led by trained teachers (starts at school grounds)
• Community program led by trained instructors (starts at a park or community centre)

Each program requires at least 2 instructors present at all times and a participant ratio as follows:

• 1:6 – riding Mountain Bike trails
• 1:10 – riding on grass fields only

To help make cycling as accessible as possible, programs are priced by instructors to reflect the nature and demands of their community.  Moreover, Cycling BC provides coach liability insurance and teaching resources for all programs and this subsidy is reflected in the user cost.

Programs are often available for $8-$12/session or $30-$75 dollars for a multi-week program.  Some programs also offer drop-in pricing (summer programs only).  All participants receive sports accident and liability insurance when purchasing a $17.50 Cycling BC HopOn Membership during registration. This calendar-year membership provides coverage during activities and access to KidsSport funding ($400/yr).

Families in need can apply for up to $400 per year in KidSport funding. Find your local chapter and apply today.