In-School

HopOn instructors are trained by the National Coaches Certification Program (NCCP) and undergo a background screening. Cycling BC’s HopOn program subscribes to the Coaches Association of Canada’s Responsible Coaches Movement and follows the High Five: Healthy Child Development principles to help our instructors create an engaging and effective learning environment.

Private donors, government grants, and program fees from schools fund all HopOn programming. Our cost structure is designed to develop sustainable programs in each BC Games zone and offers discounted programs for all students in British Columbia.

Due to numerous factors, our in-school program fees are changing for the 2023-2024 school year. In the spirit of transparency, our real program costs are as follows:

• $2600 – Total Cost / In-School Booking
  • $250 – Administration & Insurance
  • $750 – Transport & Bike FleetMaintenance
  • $1600 – Instructors Wages

Thanks to the support of private donors and government grants, Cycling BC can provide a $400 subsidy to all participating schools during the 2023-2024 school year. Therefore, your 3-day school visit will cost:

• $2200 – Cost to your school
  • $400 Booking Deposit due within 30 days
  • $1800 Balance due on Day 1

Schools will receive one invoice, including a $400 booking deposit due within 30 days, with the balance due on the first day of the program. Please note, if your school is located in a district beyond our regular operating range, please get in touch with us about making a special booking (transportation and accommodation surcharges may apply).

If your school requires additional financial aid, please review these BC government grants.

Please acknowledge your responsibilities as the school’s HopOn Champion:

• Enroll at least four classes
• Ensure adequate field space
• Send home Parent-Letter
• Ensure all students are registered online
• Welcome instructors on day 1 (one hour early)
• Ensure a school staff member is present to supervise each HopOn session

If your school district is not listed in the above section, please consider these options:

1. Contact Cycling BC to discuss an in-school visit, however additional travel and accommodation fees may apply
2. Apply for an HopOn Community grant and create your own after-school bike club. Includes training, basic equipment, and admin support to help you offer a 3-6 program.
3. Contact Cycling BC to explore how to bring a dedicated HopOn fleet to your region next spring.

School requests are selected on a first-come, first-served basis, with consideration for your geographic location, previous visits, and sponsor requests.

Spring visits are confirmed each autumn after budget approvals by Cycling BC’s board of directors.

Bicycles and helmets are provided for students at no additional cost.  However, we recommend that all students bring their own equipment to help ensure everyone can participate on a correctly-sized bike. Our fleets are sized for students 48-66 inches tall.  Therefore we request students beyond this height range bring their own equipment.

HopOn takes place rain or shine (except in extreme weather conditions), so it is recommended that students bring weather-appropriate clothing, including jackets, gloves, extra shoes, and gym clothes.

In hot conditions, please ask students to bring water bottles with them to the field.

For safety purposes, students are expected to exhibit excellent listening and attention skills when participating in HopOn programs.