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Pedaling Minds

To help everyone have fun riding a bicycle with control and confidence. We empower kids by meeting them at their individual development levels.
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Pedaling Minds offers multiple ways to get people moving on bicycles both physically and mentally. We will make you a better rider regardless of ability and age. From providing after school programming, day camps, clinics, private coaching, kids assemblies and more. As an after school program we have a unique two part program designed to engage the young intellectual minds and active bodies of sch

ool age children grades k-6th using bicycles and their related concepts. Skills and Drills when it's nice outside and The Science of the Bicycle when weather forces us inside. Using a bicycle to teach with makes sense. There is an enormous wealth of information, educational concepts, and skills applicable to many situations in every day life. Through this unique curriculum we can focus on the overall health and nutrition of the entire mind and body.

05/28/2026

Our team is here to help riders build confidence, learn new skills, make friends, and most importantly — have fun on two wheels.

Our first camps of the summer begin May 26, and will end mid-August.

Whether your child is learning to ride for the first time or heading into one of our advanced riding camps, our coaches are trained to meet riders where they’re at with patience, encouragement, and safety at the center of everything we do.

Since 2014, Pedaling Minds has helped more than 2,400 kids ride with confidence and control — and we can’t wait for another amazing summer.

See you at camp! 🌟

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05/15/2026

Denver families! Join us for a FREE day of outdoor adventure at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge 🚲🌿

Spend the day exploring scenic trails by bike, enjoying the fresh air, and making memories together while riding at a comfortable group pace.

📍 Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge
📅 May 17
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM

Get outside and explore this weekend! 💛

Sign up here: https://events.humanitix.com/half-day-camp-riding-adventures-at-the-arsenal-cetdelhp?utm_source=chatgpt.com

05/11/2026

What if learning how to ride a bike was filled with fun and adventure instead of anxiety? 🧐 🚴🤸

Luckily, our 2026 Summer Camps provide young riders with confidence, bike skills, AND plenty of adventures (including our tunnel of mist! 💦)

With March just around the corner, you don’t want to wait much longer to register your kiddos for our summer camps. With multiple age range and skill level camps available, our research-informed camps meet every rider exactly where they are.

Join us in Boulder, Longmont, Lafayette, Broomfield, or Denver this summer for building those foundational skills, thrilling rides on trails, and some sweet treats along the way. 🍦

Head to our website to view our full calendar and register today.

05/08/2026

Keep the whole crew rolling safely 🚲🛴🛹 Join us on May 10 for a FREE family helmet check!

Starting at 11 AM, we’ll be co-hosting a community bike helmet check at the Boulder Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Lafayette. Bring the whole family and stop by to make sure everyone’s helmet fits properly and is ready for a safe season of riding. ⛑️☀️

Come with your helmet in hand and kick off the summer ready to ride!

05/04/2026

Since it’s May 4th… may the fourth be with you on all your outdoor adventures ⭐🚴

May is also Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating by getting outside ☀️

Join the Pedaling Minds May Outdoor Challenge: spend 5 intentional hours outdoors this month doing something that helps you reset, recharge, and take care of yourself.

Ride your bike. Go for a walk. Sit in the sun. Explore somewhere new. Bring a friend or enjoy the quiet solo time — it all counts.

Everyone who completes their 5 hours will receive a mystery gift at the end of the month 👀

Because caring for your mental health can start with something as simple as stepping outside.

Learn more here: https://pedalingminds.org/mental-health-awareness-month/
And sign up for the challenge here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSez9ADGpib1uQQeod3g0aJIXeNNRpxTUnngYAlu2PIckQ8E8Q/viewform

04/29/2026

What began as a small community ride in Boulder was shaped by much bigger journeys. Will Dugan spent years immersed in Belgium’s legendary cycling scene, where the culture of the sport runs deep and every detail matters: from training to nutrition. Mike Friedman, Pedaling Minds’ Founder, built his own path through professional racing including the 2008 Olympics, learning firsthand how powerful bikes can be in bringing people together.

Those experiences didn’t just stay on the road; they sparked friendships, ideas, and a shared mission: make cycling better, more welcoming, and easier for more people to be part of.

That’s where Vafels, founded by Will Dugan, comes in. Inspired by Belgian riding culture and designed for real performance, these plant-based Liège-style waffles helped turn a simple group ride into something bigger—a growing community rooted in connection and giving back.

Choosing to ride your bike and eat plant-based isn’t just personal—it’s impactful. It cuts emissions, conserves resources, and celebrates what days like Earth Day are all about.
Now we’re building on that mission:
✨ 20% OFF your order
💚 50% of profits donated to Pedaling Minds

Because the same spirit that shaped Will and Mike’s journeys is what we’re passing on, creating rides for kids that build confidence, community, and a little fun along the way.

Throw a Vafel in your pocket and ride for the planet this Spring, and for the rest of the year 🌱

🛒 Code: 50%ForPedalingMinds!
🔗 https://vafels.com/discount/50%2525ForPedalingMinds!

04/24/2026

Less fear, more confidence 💪😎

It’s not too late to register for our 2026 Summer Camps! With multiple age range and skill level camps available, our research-informed camps meet young and new riders exactly where they are.

Join us in Boulder, Longmont, Lafayette, Broomfield, or Denver this summer for building those foundational skills, adventure rides on trails, and some sweet treats along the way. 🍦

Head to our website to view our full calendar and register today.

04/17/2026

It usually starts the same way…Frustration. Tears. “I can’t do it.”

For a lot of kids (and parents), learning to ride a bike is a major milestone, but can also be a struggle.

One parent told us they spent two full summers trying to teach their child to ride. Another said their child had already tried multiple camps and still didn’t feel confident.

Then something changed.

After 1-on-1 coaching sessions, we heard things like:
→ “A night and day difference in attitude and enthusiasm.”
→ “They finally had the confidence to get up and stay up.”
→ “They’re asking to ride their bikes three times a day.”

That’s the power of 1-on-1 coaching 💛

For us, it’s not solely about learning to ride. It’s about building confidence, trust, and giving kids a win they’ll carry with them for years to come.

If your child is feeling stuck, you’re not alone, and they’re not out of options.

👉 Learn more about private lessons: pedalingminds.org/private-lessons/

03/27/2026

Join us this Sunday, March 29th in Boulder for a special Family Ride in collaboration with Project.Supertraining and Vafels, all in support of Pedaling Minds. This 5.5-mile, kid-friendly route is the perfect way to get outside, ride together, and connect with our amazing coaches—plus celebrate at the finish with treats and plenty of high-fives 🙌

🗓 When: Sunday, March 29 | Family Ride rolls out at 10:30 AM
📍 Where: Flatirons Subaru (Boulder, CO)
💛 Cost: One $20 donation per family (registration required)

What to know:
• Best for kids 6+ with confident riding skills
• Bring your own bike + helmet
• Route is marked (self-supported ride): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53945624
• Family-friendly vibes + hot cocoa waiting at the finish ☕

This is also a great chance to meet our team before summer camps kick off 👀

Every ride supports Pedaling Minds’ mission to help kids build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for biking.

Grab your crew, hop on your bikes, and ride with us for something bigger 💫 Head to the link to sign up: https://www.projectsupertraining.com/products/supertraining.

03/26/2026

Don't forget - today's the day! Eat good. Do good. Stick your tongue out! 😝🚲

Supporting Pedaling Minds is as easy as your next meal! Join us for Donation Day at Shake Shack (Boulder) and 25% of your order will go directly toward helping kids build confidence on bikes 🚲

📍 1680 29th St, Boulder, CO
How to participate:
• Mention Donation Day at the register or drive-thru on Thursday, March 26th
• OR use code DONATE on the Shack app, website, or kiosk

⚠️ Important:
Only dine-in, to-go, or app/web pickup orders count. Delivery orders (including third-party apps) will NOT be included.

Good food, great cause—see you there 🙌

Shake Shack Pedaling Minds Community

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Boulder, CO
80305

Telephone

(720) 828-5936

Website

http://www.pedalingminds.org/

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