Bike Repair Program
Cibus Mission Youth Bike Program is grounded in the belief that young people flourish when they feel valued, develop self-worth, and experience a sense of belonging. The program focuses on hands-on bike repair instruction and riding opportunities, fostering healthy development, active living, civic involvement, social justice advocacy, and environmental stewardship. Engaging in practical activities is the most effective method for ensuring lasting knowledge retention.
Learn the Basics!
We want Students to learn while doing! With our generous donation received of slightly damaged new bicycles, we want to have the youth in our community see the endless possibilities! They Earn their bike through the program while developing Life Skills!
Why Fix-it Keep-it Program?
1. Practical Skills Development:
- Technical Skills: Youth acquire hands-on experience with tools and techniques needed to maintain and repair bikes, including fixing flats, adjusting brakes, and tuning gears.
- Problem-Solving: Repairing bikes requires troubleshooting and creative problem-solving, which enhances critical thinking skills.
2. Enhanced Confidence and Independence:
- Self-Reliance: Successfully repairing a bike fosters a sense of accomplishment and independence. Youth learn to rely on their skills to solve problems and overcome challenges.
- Confidence Building: Mastering bike repair tasks boosts self-confidence and encourages a positive attitude towards learning and personal growth.
3. Health and Wellness:
- Active Lifestyle: Engaging in bike repair and maintenance encourages a more active lifestyle. Riding bikes regularly promotes physical fitness and overall well-being.
- Physical Dexterity: Working on bike repairs improves fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
4. Environmental Awareness:
- Sustainability: Learning to repair bikes promotes environmental stewardship by extending the lifespan of bicycles and reducing waste. Youth learn the value of reusing and recycling parts.
- Eco-Friendly Transportation: Understanding bike maintenance encourages the use of bicycles as an eco-friendly mode of transportation, contributing to reduced carbon footprints.
5. Life Skills:
- Responsibility: Regular maintenance and care of bikes teach responsibility and the importance of routine upkeep.
- Time Management: Managing repair tasks and schedules helps youth develop time management skills and a sense of discipline.
6. Social and Community Benefits:
- Community Engagement: Repair workshops and group rides create opportunities for social interaction, teamwork, and community building.
- Volunteering Opportunities: Youth can contribute to community projects, such as bike repair clinics or charity rides, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and giving back.
7. Career Exploration:
- Technical Interest: Learning bike repair can spark interest in mechanical and technical careers, providing a foundation for future exploration in fields like engineering, automotive repair, or industrial design.
- Entrepreneurial Skills: Youth who master bike repair may explore entrepreneurial opportunities, such as starting a small bike repair business or offering services in their community.
8. Mental and Emotional Benefits:
- Stress Relief: Engaging in hands-on activities like bike repair can be a therapeutic outlet for stress and anxiety, promoting mental relaxation.
- Sense of Achievement: Completing repairs and seeing tangible results provides a sense of achievement and satisfaction, contributing to overall well-being.
We need your support and contributions! So that the youth we serve value lifeskills that are based on STEM learning!
This will be an introduction to their bicycle!
Beginner level. Ages 8-17 Learn the bicycle basics! Never fixed a flat before? Unsure of when to clean your chain? Brakes are a mystery to you? We want to provide an environment where you can learn and start to have a passion for repairing Bikes!
Not only that but we plan to have the Police teach Bike Safety, a Bike Repair Shop owner talk about stuff that is just better to leave to the experts, Bankers that can explain about financial Literacy.
We want to bring back community into community programs!
Problem-Solving, comradery and fun! Lifeskills that last!
Attention to Detail: The precision required in bike repair helps develop attention to detail, which can enhance focus and concentration in academic tasks.
We are in the process of building this dream of ours. As they say, "If you build it they will come" but who is going to help build it? WE NEED YOU! Please sign up to volunteer in the build of this community changing program!
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We Still Need your Support!
If you would like to become a sponsor, donor or volunteer. Please contact us and you can see our other supporters by clicking on the image!
