Through the use of adaptive cycling equipment, this program provides individuals with disabilities the ability to cycle along the beautiful Tennessee River. Co-sponsored by SPARC (SPorts, Arts, and Recreation of Chattanooga – a local chapter of DSUSA), the City of Chattanooga Therapeutic Recreation and Outdoor Chattanooga. Handcycles, tandem bikes, recumbent and three-wheeled bikes provided by SPARC and Therapeutic Recreation are available for individuals who have physical and visual disabilities, while Outdoor Chattanooga provides their bike fleet for volunteers to provide additional ride support. There is no cost to participate in this program, but registration is required advance because the equipment is limited and participants must meet the minimum safety requirements in order to participate. Depending on the type of cycle needed, participants will have to sign the liability waiver and be approved by the specific group that owns the cycle.

Adaptive Cycling Schedule

 

2020 Dates: (Select Mondays) April 13 and 27, May 4 and 18, June 8 and 22, July 13 and 27, September 28, October 12
Time: 6:00 p.m. – dusk
Location: The Tennessee Riverpark at the Hubert Fry Center  (4501 Amnicola Hwy)
Cost: FREE – Reservations required in advance.

Did You Know?

The Tennessee Riverwalk extends 13 miles along the beautiful Tennessee River, plus an additional 4 mile connector trail follows the South Chickamauga Creek providing scenic non-motorized pathways for pedestrians and cyclists to recreate on while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.