Jill Parham, Creating the Next Hall of Fame Inductee? Quite Possibly
Much like the rest of the world, in the land of All Kids Bike and Kindergarten PE Programs, we roll through years in seasons. These seasons aren’t necessarily Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter – although there are prime riding days sprinkled within those. The seasons coincide with the school year, that’s for sure, and other off-school events. In the Black Hills (TRULY, the homeland of All Kids Bike), one of those […]
National Ambassador Steve Blick — Elevating The All Kids Bike Movement
All Kids Bike National Ambassadors share a passion for inspiring adventure, confidence, independence, and health in our youth. As we grow the team of All Kids Bike National Ambassadors, it’s so exciting to see the innovative ideas these individuals bring to the table. With ambassadors coming from various industries, interests, and careers, there are always […]
Benefits of Biking – Boost Self-Confidence and Personal Power
What to do, or not to do? Where to go, or not go? Who to see, or not see? Decisions are hard these days. They have been for a while now. The eruption of social media judgment and backlash can make anyone waver and hesitant to stand firm in personal choices. Connecting or reconnecting to […]
Just A Couple of Yahoos Changing Lives – It’s No Big Deal (NBD)
If this is your first time to the All Kids Bike Blog first of all – Hey there, it’s cool that you’re here! Secondly, you won’t know that I have quite the list of “these are a few of my favorite things,” I frequently count as part of my “job” – people to meet, various […]
Build the Stoke for your Build Day and Delivery Day!
As part of the All Kids Bike world, you’ll often hear how Build Day and Delivery Day are the best days, which is why you should celebrate and share these days with your community and your fans. On build days, individuals of the community, school, or organization, assemble the fleet of bikes so they’re ready to […]
National Ambassador and StuntDude, John Andrus, Shares His Love For Two Wheels
A shared passion for creating a happier, healthier future for our youth, is what moves the All Kids Bike movement forward. National Ambassadors are one of the most powerful forms of support and really drive the mission of getting more kids riding. All Kids Bike and John Andrus first met in November 2019 at an exciting […]
The Teacher Helping ‘His Kids’ Slay Mythical Creatures – All In A Day’s Work
I met Mr. Travis Schubauer at Rapid City Area Schools Physical Education Teacher Professional Development Day in April 2019. But first, like many of the stories I write, I feel the need to take you back in time, just a skosh. So, here is a minuscule history of Rapid City Area Schools (RCAS) and […]
Benefits of Biking – 3 Ways Riding a Bike Reduces Anxiety
The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t just taking a toll on physical health or economic growth but has also been putting increasing pressure on American’s mental health. Americans reporting signs and symptoms of anxiety are currently well above historic norms. And adults aren’t the only ones feeling this way. Many children are feeling more anxiety too. Increased […]
Benefits of Biking – A Simple Solution to Complex Problems
Amid unsettling daily news, uncertainty, losses, and confusion, we are starting to see small breaks in the clouds where a little light shines through on underlying problems and our willingness, as a society, to adapt and promote lasting change. One such bright spot, for example, is BIKES are making a comeback, and it is benefiting […]
National Ambassador Andrew Shim
At All Kids Bike, we genuinely value our National Ambassadors, as they are one of the most powerful ways we build support to get more kids rolling. National Ambassadors share an unwavering passion and commitment to bringing the benefits of two wheels to children. Dr. Andrew Shim, Program Director and Professor of Kinesiology & Exercise […]
Benefits of Biking — Take a [BIKE] Brain Break!
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In the days of disrupted routines, online homeschooling, and more people at home more often, we all could use a brain break. Here at All Kids Bike, we know (and admit we are totally biased) that biking is the best brain break there is. However, any type of physical activity can strengthen muscles, boost immune […]
National Ambassador, Mark Blackwell, Brings Bikes to Park City, Utah!
All Kids Bike National Ambassador, Mark Blackwell, is an excellent example of an Ambassador playing a significant role in raising awareness for getting children on bikes at an early age. “As a life-long two-wheeler (bicycles and motorcycles), I found my personal beliefs and goals aligned perfectly with the vision and mission of All Kids Bike, […]
Benefits of Biking – Immune System Boost
Hey there, how are you? Really, how are you? **deep breath** You are probably experiencing a lot of stress. You need some relief. While we can’t predict when life will feel normal again, we can remind you of the joys of riding on two wheels. A bike and a child you love might just be […]
Bike Storage Solutions
We know that school storage is limited, so how are you going to fit twenty-something bikes into an already chaotic equipment room? Don’t worry, we’ve got ya covered. One option for bike storage is a simple wall hook system. This takes up minimal space, and can be hidden in a closet or […]
Kindergartners Participate in Learn-To-Ride Documentary
Celebrate national movement to teach every child in America how to ride a bike Bronx, NY, Feb 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The All Kids Bike® Kindergarten PE Documentary premiered at a local elementary school in the Bronx, NY. This 10-minute documentary features kindergarten students as they learned to ride a bike with the All Kids Bike Kindergarten […]
Single Bike Request Becomes First Kindergarten PE Program for Sioux Falls School District
Gretchen Johnson’s first email was sent my way as her request was far more than the typical one-off fundraising request typically seen at Strider Bikes. She already had a few Strider 12 Balance Bikes in use during her PE class. Her goal was to add a bigger Strider Bike for older students as well as […]
How To Build The Buzz
Great things are happening at your school — staff and students are excited, and the community would love to share that excitement with you. In a world where the news isn’t always positive, it’s so refreshing to hear about school improvements and happy kids. Whether your school is seeking support to bring the program to […]
Fundraising in February
‘Tis the season for love and kindness! February is a great time to host a fundraiser, and with a little bit of planning and creativity, you’re promised success. There are so many ways people can share their love on Valentine’s Day and it poses the perfect opportunity to raise money for your school. Custom Valentine’s […]
Will All Jeremy Smith’s of the World, Please Stand Up?
Jeremy Smith is absolutely the type of guy you want to have in your community. Jeremy rallied his community in Albertville, Alabama, to place the FIRST Kindergarten PE Program in the state. Imagine this. You’re scrolling through Facebook. Scrolling. Liking. Scrolling. Scrolling. Hearting. Whatever your cycle might look like, but one often smiles […]
30 Northwest Arkansas Schools to Participate in All Kids Bike Program to Help Kids Learn Bike Skills
BikeNWA is partnering with All Kids Bike® to launch the Learn-To-Ride bike program in 30 Northwest Arkansas elementary schools. The program, supported by a grant from the Walton Family Foundation at the recommendation of Steuart Walton and Tom Walton, will help approximately 16,000 kindergarten and first grade students learn to ride over the next five years. “From the […]
Benefits of Biking – Happy Hearts
February is American Heart Month, a federally designated event that is meant to remind Americans to focus on their heart health. It is also, thanks to Valentine’s Day, a month of love, when we take extra care to show people in our lives love through special gifts and time spent together. What better time to […]
National Ambassador Spotlight: Steve Klein
National Ambassadors play a significant role in raising awareness for the All Kids Bike campaign. Changing the world for the better doesn’t happen in a day. It takes time, passion, and resources. The support from National Ambassadors is essential to spreading the message of All Kids Bike and how children all over America benefit from […]
A Note From Our Board President!
In honor of Presidents Day, we decided to ask our All Kids Bike Board President, Al Rieman of Black Hills Harley-Davidson in Rapid City, SD, to share with us his thoughts on the importance of the All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Program. Here is what he shared. “I am pleased to be able to speak to you […]
Ambassador Success Story Delivering a Lifelong Skill in Your Backyard!
All Kids Bike National Ambassadors are taking their roles seriously when it comes to spreading the word about getting more kids on two wheels. Knowing the Kindergarten PE Program is only able to be offered at zero cost to schools with the generosity of donors, some Ambassadors have stepped up to support schools in their […]
Benefits of Biking – Science Says Riding a Bike Makes You Happier
Riding a bicycle rocks! There are lots of great reasons, other than good old-fashioned fun, to do it. The physical benefits of riding a bike are plentiful and lead to a higher quality of life. And it doesn’t stop there. Bicycling is becoming known for its positive impact on emotional wellness. We all want the […]
What About The Kids That Already Know How To Ride A Bike?
“What about the kids who already know how to ride a bike?” is a question we hear often. Although some kids may already know how to ride a bike, every student can benefit from participating in the All Kids Bike Kindergarten PE Program. PE teacher Cathi Dallesander, of North Street School in Connecticut, shared how […]
Why It’s Easy For Some Bicycle Riders To Transition To Motorcycle Riders
Anyone that rides a motorcycle knows it all starts with riding a bicycle. In fact, if you participate in a motorcycle safety foundation course, most instructors will begin the class by asking what experience/skill level you have. They are curious to find out if the student has never even sat on a motorcycle, been a […]
Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
A gift-wrapping station during the holiday season can provide an exciting and festive way to raise money while offering help to those in your community! Setting up a gift-wrapping booth in a local store or mall is a great way to fundraise for your school. This fundraising opportunity is simple and easy – all you […]
First All Kids Bike Program Launches in Alaska
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Mat-Su Health Foundation Donates 30 Strider Bikes to Ensure Alaskan Kids Learn to Ride First program of its kind in the state of Alaska Wasilla, Alaska (October 29, 2019) – The Mat-Su Health Foundation has funded a complete Learn-To-Ride Program, including Strider Learn-To-Ride Bikes, helmets and curriculum, for an after school […]
The Papoose Club and Community Rally Funds; First School in Idaho Launches All Kids Bike Program
The Papoose Club and Community Rally Funds; First School in Idaho Launches All Kids Bike Program Every kindergartner at Ernest Hemingway STEAM School will have the opportunity to learn to ride a bike in P.E. Class (Ketchum, ID) November 6, 2019. – The Papoose Club and Ketchum community banded together and donated a complete Learn-To-Ride […]
Benefits Of Biking; Can Biking Improve Participation In Team Sports?
There is plenty of information available from countless experts that help underscore the benefits of bike riding. But we wanted to know, will riding a bike help with training for other sports and even team sports? We all know that to be fit and healthy, you need to be physically active regularly. Not only can […]
National Ambassador James Carter
When you’re young, it’s not easy to know what you want to be “when you grow up”. Some adults are still trying to figure this out, but that wasn’t a problem for All Kids Bike National Ambassador James Carter. When James was only fourteen years old, he knew he wanted to ride Freestyle Motocross. With […]
Buckhannon Academy Elementary Receives 22 Bikes; First School in West Virginia
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Buckhannon Academy Elementary School Receives Kindergarten Bike Program Every kindergartner will have the opportunity to learn to ride a bike in P.E. Class Buckhannon, WV (10/1/2019) – Buckhannon Academy Elementary received a complete Learn-To-Ride Program, including Strider® Learn-To-Ride Bikes, helmets and curriculum from All Kids Bike®. The first program of its kind […]
All Kids Bike Launches Online Donation Platform to Teach Every Child How to Ride a Bike
Rapid City, SD — All Kids Bike® is on a mission to teach every child in America how to ride a bike in kindergarten PE class. All Kids Bike, a national movement led by the Strider® Education Foundation, places Kindergarten PE Learn-To-Ride Programs into public schools for free, using donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations. […]
Because, Kids Are The Future!
If anyone knows what riding a bike can do for a kid, it’s Steve Klein. Steve grew up in Northwest Iowa, riding his bicycle and working hard as a farm kid to save up enough money to buy his first motorcycle. Motorcycles continued to play a significant role in Steve’s life and continue to do […]
Peace, Love, Happiness Riding On Two-Wheels For The Kids!
If anyone understands the benefits of being on two wheels it is motorcyclists. When you are on two wheels the world around you opens up, the little worries of the day seem to drift away; you are fully embraced in the now, focused on the moment, the fun and sensations the ride is bringing you. […]
Ernest Hemingway STEAM School, Ketchum If You Can!
When your school mission statement is “to provide all children a safe and supportive learning environment in which students can explore their creativity, take intellectual risks, and reach their full potential as individuals, as learners, and as respectful, contributing members of our global society” it’s not surprising that the community steps up to fund an […]
When A Community Bands Together Goals Are Achieved!
“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is a success.” Henry Ford Those words sum up exactly what the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce was able to do in two months’ time. Through a collective community effort, the greater Joplin community banded together to raise the funds needed to bring […]
Benefits Of Biking; How Learning To Ride A Bike Is Inspiring Kids With Down Syndrome
Strider Balance Bikes are used in the All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Kindergarten PE program because they are designed to specifically help individuals learn balance and coordination BEFORE pedaling. The bike used is the Strider 14X which starts in “balance mode” (no-pedals) and then quickly with one bolt converts to a pedal bike. The simple, no-pedal […]
Let Kids Be Kids; Motto Of The Free-Range Parenting Style
Everyone has their own style, in everything they do, even in parenting. According to researchers who have been studying different parenting styles and the effects they have on kids for years, there really is no one right way to parent. Isn’t this a relief! Recently stories of one style of parenting have gained some media […]
Benefits of Biking; How Pedaling Is Helping Children With ADHD
Over the last decade in America, there has been a 41% increase in ADHD diagnoses among children ages 4-17 years old. So, what exactly is ADHD? It is one of the most common childhood disorders that includes difficulty staying focused and paying attention. Children also show signs of having difficulty controlling behavior and hyperactivity. You […]
The Future of Biking Starts Now For Pinon Hills Elementary
What happens when you are a dad that recognizes the importance of learning to ride a bicycle at a young age and you see a need to share that with an entire community? Well, if you are a motorcycle enthusiast and editor of Basket Case Magazine you call on some friends and get the All […]
Working With Local Restaurants to Raise Money For Your School
Restaurant fundraisers are a fantastic way to raise money, not to mention they’re great for community building and generating support for your favorite local restaurants! There are a few options when it comes to teaming with a restaurant (or restaurants) to fundraise. Have you ever bought a coupon book or a card that has discount […]
Celebrate the big game with an All Kids Bike tailgate fundraiser!
Fun events are the most exciting way to fundraise and are often very successful. With football season in full swing, what better way to bring people together than to throw a tailgate party! This is an extremely fun and easy way to get people together and raise money for your school. Grilling and having a […]
Tucker Powersports Supports More Schools With The All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Program!
Tucker Powersports is on a roll as they support yet another school with the All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Program, this one in Middleburg, FL. This latest school is part of the exciting experience Tucker plans to bring to children in the communities where Tucker operates. Tucker plans to fund five schools with a fleet of […]
Women Ride Bikes Too!
We are so excited about our newest All Kids Bike National Ambassador, Tressa Rau. Tressa is a former AMA Women’s Nationals MX racer. She now trains and coaches women who ride dirt bikes. She is constantly striving to become stronger as she ages, and we believe she is doing a great job at it. Tressa […]
Investing In Youth Riding To Support The Moto-Industry
Marilyn Stemp, the publisher of Iron Trader News and the Sturgis Rider Daily, sat down with us to explain why it was so important to her to fund the Belle Fourche school with the All Kids Bike Learn-To-Ride Program. “I decided this was a way to contribute to new ridership in the motorcycle industry, this […]
All Kids Bike National Ambassador Jamie Robinson Visits Strider HQ
What happens when All Kids Bike National Ambassador Jamie Robinson heads to the Black Hills of South Dakota to ride motorcycles? Well, he stops in at Strider World Headquarters to meet with Strider and Strider Education Foundation Founder Ryan McFarland. Jamie is a former pro road racer now seeking adventure on two wheels around the […]
Investing In Community With All Kids Bike!
Tucker, a world-class distributor in the Powersports industry has recently funded five schools with the All Kids Bike learn-to-ride program! The goal for Tucker is to strengthen the bond between the Powersports business and education communities. Now, more than ever, Tucker feels the need for companies to reach out to the communities where they operate […]
BikeNWA Educates, Inspires, And Activates The Northwest Arkansas Community
When this is your mission statement, All Kids Bike is the perfect match: “We believe in safe, easy, and convenient access to bicycle facilities that connect to where people live, work, play, and go to school. ” And it’s because of that mission statement that BIKE NWA decided to fund schools in the North West […]
Stride On! Riding A Bike Improves Social Skills In Children!
How does physical play and riding a bike increase social skills in kids? When a child learns how to ride a bike, they gain a whole new set of skills, one of those being confidence, confidence in themselves, but also confidence in social skills. Kids get more interested in interacting with other kids and excited […]
The Progression Of Learning To Ride A Bike = The Progression Of Confidence In Children
As educators you have all had your share of children lacking in self-confidence, it almost becomes a personal challenge for each teacher to find a way of reaching these kids and helping them boost their confidence and self-esteem. Did you know one of the fastest ways to achieve that goal is by teaching a child […]
Passing On The Right of Passage; All Kids Bike National Ambassador Steve Piehl
When your entire career has been built around two wheels you take investing in the future of ridership very seriously. That’s exactly what the newest National Ambassador to All Kids Bike is doing. Steve Piehl has been biking his entire life and has over 35 years working with Harley-Davidson. He, of course, started at […]
Is Funding A Kindergarten Learn-To-Ride Program The Right Fit For You?
There are many reasons why it’s important to support a cause, it never just falls into one category. When people and companies believe strongly and passionately about something, lives can be changed. Recently, we sat down with a few donors of the All Kids Bike campaign and talked about why it was important for them […]
Biking Springs Children into Better Focus and Healthier Habits
Jesse Jurrens, owner of Legend Suspensions, a company that manufactures motorcycle and UTV suspension out of Sturgis, SD sat down with us to explain why it was so important to him and his employees to get the All Kids Bike Learn To Ride Program in the Watertown SD school district. Jesse and wife Tyna homeschool […]
Meet the Newest All Kids Bike National Ambassador; Dream Chaser Racin’ Janette Thornley
We absolutely love sharing the news when another National Ambassador joins the All Kids Bike Team to help spread the mission of getting every child in America on a bicycle in kindergarten. Today we are excited to brag about Janette Thornley joining the roster. Janette Thornley is an entrepreneur, professional drag racer, avid motorcyclist […]
Students Advocate for Positive Change!
When students advocate for each other to have a positive change in their school their voices get heard, that’s exactly what PE teacher Cathi Dallensander knew would happen. Along with another teacher, Cathi entered North Street School of Windsor Locks, CT into the All Kids Bike Program. She knew how much the children wanted to […]
You Just Don’t Give Up On Kids!
Wade Rice of Rice’s Rapid Motorsports grew up in a family business of all things two wheels, starting with the non-motorized version as a Schwinn dealership. Many years later and that family business is still going strong as Wade is now selling all of the major OEM motorcycle brands like Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and KTM. […]
Why Training Wheels Don’t Work!
When learning to ride a bike there are two tactics you must master, pedaling and balance. Pedaling is the easier of the two and most children have no issue learning this, it’s the second one most have trouble achieving, and that is simply because a bicycle on two wheels is unstable, it will not hold […]
Casual For A Cause!
Recently the Highmark Credit Union located in western South Dakota donated to the All Kids Bike Campaign via a fundraiser they conducted in their very own office. “Jeans on Wednesdays”. “The employees like to take advantage of this especially knowing it is for a good cause, all of our branches participate, and we ask the […]
It’s Never Too Late To Support Your Hometown School!
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Joe McFarland, a former teacher who funded two schools that hold some special meaning to him. “Not only did myself and wife teach at these schools, but both of my kids also went to Kindergarten there. When I discovered an opportunity to fund these schools with […]
Balance Bikes And Physical Therapy
At the helm of the All Kids Bike Learn -To- Ride Kindergarten PE Program is the Strider Balance Bike. What important role do these bikes play in the program? These lightweight bikes were designed specifically to teach beginning riders as young as 6 months how to steer and balance on two wheels—without the distractions and […]
AKB National Ambassador; Jamie Robinson; Two Wheel Traveler of The World!
All Kids Bike Ambassadors are selectively chosen to help rally national support and endorse the ideals of All Kids Bike. Changing the world for the better doesn’t happen in a day. It takes time, passion, and resources and that is why our most recent ambassador is Jamie Robinson, a former motorcycle racer who hung up […]
All Kids Bike National Ambassador Donny Robinson
“It’s hard to teach desire if you don’t have the desire, motivation, then you don’t have anything” -Donny Robinson These words from All Kids Bike Ambassador Donny Robinson resonate with us. Donny Robinson is an American professional BMX racer, who has multiple big wins under his belt including being an Olympic bronze medal winner in […]
Because For Some Families, Biking Will Be A Necessity
John Hunter grew up in the very small town of Noel, Missouri. We are talking a population of under 1500, small. Growing up in this town was the perfect childhood for John, he had his bike and that allowed him to go anywhere, and more importantly everywhere needed for his family. John’s mom had MS […]
Confidence Is One Of The Greatest Gifts A Parent Can Give Their Child.
Can bike riding really build confidence in children? Of course, it does. To be certain of the answer, just look at times you worked hard to tackle something new or achieve a goal. Your confidence went way up, didn’t it? When we try something new and enjoy it, we are more than likely to keep […]
Health Care Professionals, Tell Us What You Think About All Kids Bike.
Obviously, at All Kids Bike, we are passionate about getting kids active, getting kids outdoors and getting kids socializing with one another. And we’re hoping individuals in the medical field will feel just as passionate about it as we do. The problem is, many people don’t even know this movement – to teach every child […]
Do You Remember Growing Up On 2 Wheels?
Do you remember your first bike ride as a kid, when you got to meet up with your friends and “take off” on your own? Kameron Amstutz of Music City Indian Motorcycle does. “It was our first real taste of freedom and we could never turn back, back to a boring life of no adventure,” […]
Kindergarten PE Program – Tips For Success!
First, congratulations on completing the certification to teach the Kindergarten PE Learn-To-Ride Program! We hope you share our passion to teach kids early how to ride two wheels to put them on a healthy path for life! Please watch the video below for important tips to get you started before your first class. Let’s start with […]
Two Wheels Forever!
Two Wheels Forever! If there is anyone in the world— let alone the country—who knows what two wheels can do for the soul it is Rod Woodruff, owner of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip, a campground hosting millions of two-wheel travelers during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota. Rod understands that many motorcyclists […]
Listen up! Step Away From The Tablets….
We’re not here to knock technology, we all know the benefits it provides, but we are also aware of the negatives. That’s why we are working alongside educators like you to help define that healthy balance between screen time and movement time. Tablets and phones have replaced the TV as a way of pacifying children […]
All Kids Bike National Ambassador; Marilyn Stemp, A Life Dedicated To All Things Two-Wheels
Marilyn Stemp has been a welcome and trusted voice in the motorcycle industry since her early days of co-publishing IronWorks magazine with her late husband Dennis Stemp. Marilyn devoted her time to telling passionate stories of interesting people living and loving life on two wheels, and she knows how most of these interesting people got […]
Teachers, Why The Learn-To-Ride Program Should Be Part Of Your Kindergarten PE Classes!
There is so much information available from countless experts which help underscore the benefits of bicycling. The All Kids Bike movement has the goal of teaching every child in America how to ride in kindergarten PE class. We know what you’re thinking… Bikes in school?! Yes, bikes in school! Right now the All Kids […]
When You Believe In Something, Nothing Can Stop You.
Sioux Falls bicycle business Spoke-N-Sport sells custom printed buffs to raise money for the All Kids Bike Campaign. Creating something that will build lasting value and potentially change the lives of children for the better was the drive behind Sioux Falls Spoke-N-Sport owner, Chad Pickard’s goal to raise funds needed to bring the All Kids […]
Mitchell South Dakota- All Kids Bike Comin’ In HOT, Thanks To Klock Werks!
Imagine a future where bicycles in elementary schools are as fundamental as whiteboards, racks of balls, and rows of desks. That is now a reality for Mitchell, SD area public schools thanks to Alan and Jennifer Bainbridge of Klock Werks. Inspired by the generosity of Strider founder Ryan McFarland when he gifted a Strider Balance […]
Getting Kids Active!
It’s not uncommon today to see young children, even toddlers on tablets or smartphones. While those devices do offer benefits such as improving motor skills and cognitive functions, they can also display negative effects. Too much screen time can lead to a sedentary lifestyle and a less sociable or less connected child. We all know […]
