Despite our best efforts, Aaron just couldn't ride a bike. Not on 2-wheels, not on training wheels, not at all. He couldn't balance and the smallest wiggle of his bike would send him into hysterics, refusing to continue. We were sure we'd be adding it to the list of things that are challenging for him and didn't have much hope of changing that.
Earlier this year I was perusing autism resources in the area and came across information on Autism Charlotte's page concerning a camp called "iCan Bike." I'll spare you the details but instead share two links and a photo. They say it all!
Autism Charlotte - iCan Bike Camp
iCan Shine - Find a Program
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| On His New Bike |
I cannot recommend this program enough. If you have a child (or even an adult) who cannot ride a bike on 2-wheels, look this up! 5-days, 75 minutes a day, and by Thursday he was riding on two wheels! By Friday, he was on his new bike, riding 2-wheels, without a handle to assist. I've been difficult to impress lately when it comes to programs like this but this was an experience I will never forget!
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