CYCLE-IN is an Erasmus+ project promoting inclusive outdoor activities for visually impaired and blind youth through tandem cycling. It combines training and hands-on practice to equip youth workers with the skills to design accessible cycling programmes.
Building on this mission, the project’s second training session is set to move from theory to action.
From May 11 to 15, 2026, the scenic town of Agres, Spain, will host the specialized training “Inclusive Cycling: The Practice”. This gathering will bring together a dedicated cohort of youth workers from Romania, Spain, and Belgium, including participants who are blind or visually impaired, to master tandem cycling as a powerful tool for mobility and outdoor education.
The training is designed to move beyond the classroom and get participants into the saddle. Over three intensive days of practice, attendees will focus on the unique mechanics of tandem cycling, where the “pilot” (front rider) and “co-pilot” (rear rider) must operate as a single unit.
Key learning objectives include:
- Strengthening technical cycling abilities through direct outdoor sessions.
- Refining the specific verbal and physical cues required for effective pilot/co-pilot teamwork.
- Mastering risk prevention and learning how to plan routes that prioritize accessibility.
- Testing these skills in authentic outdoor environments to build confidence and autonomy.
Beyond the technical skills, the training aims to forge deep bonds of collaboration and trust. These lived experiences will contribute directly to the project’s flagship resource “Tandem for Inclusion: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Cycling”.
By the end of the week, these youth workers will return to their home communities not just as better cyclists, but as empowered leaders ready to ensure that the joy of the open road is accessible to everyone.
