Remington YMCA Cycle-A-Thon
25 stationary bikes. 45-minute intervals. 8 hours straight. That is 9,000 minutes of straight cycling, all for a cause!
Join the Remington YMCA Cycle-A-Thon and harness your love of cycling to inspire passion and potential in others. Every dollar raised will go towards our Let's Raise campaign, providing subsidies for child and adult memberships so no one is turned away.
Thanks to our matching sponsor, Precor, every dollar raised up to $10,000 will go twice as far. By donating to the Remington YMCA Cycle-A-Thon, your gift can make twice the impact!
Date: November 23, 2024
Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Remington YMCA in Quarry Park, 108 Quarry Park Road SE
Register by: November 17, 2024
Donate by: November 22, 2024
Registration: Stop by the Customer Service desk at Remington YMCA in Quarry Park, or email David Richardson at david.richardson@ymcacalgary.org to register today!
Let’s get started!
1. Form your Team
Join as an individual rider or gather your friends and family members and make a difference together.
2. Claim your Bike
Register your team to claim your spot! Optional: Level up your team spirit by choosing a team name and decorating your bike on the day.
3. Get Fundraising
Every bike must raise a minimum of $200 to participate ($25 per hour or riding). What is your fundraising goal?
Make a donation & double your impact
Your donation towards the Remington YMCA Cycle-A-Thon will go twice as far, thanks to our matching sponsor, Precor. All dollars raised will help ensure our door is always open!
All donations must be submitted by November 22, 2024, to qualify for the match.
Cycle-A-Thon FAQs
You can register online, in person by visiting customer services at Remington YMCA in Quarry Park, contacting by David Richardson at david.richardson@ymcacalgary.org.
There will be 25 stationary bikes available for use throughout the event. Each session will start on the hour and run for 45 minutes, with the last 15 minutes allocated for breaks and team transitions.
Cyclists have the option to ride individually or as part of a team. Teams can be a maximum of 8 people
Each cycling session will be led by a certified Group Cycle instructor, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
There is no cost to signing up. Whether you ride solo or as part of a powerhouse team, keep in mind that each bike must aim to raise at least $200.00 to secure its position at the starting line. Remember - with the generous support of a matching donor, every dollar will go twice as far!
Participants must be 18 years or older to take part in the event.
All participants are required to sign participation and photo release waivers before participating in the Cycle-A-Thon. Waivers will be provided on the event day.
Yes, you can! When you fill out the online donation form, you can select the individual or team you want to donate towards.
You bet! Any donations over $20 will receive a tax receipt.
Do you have any additional questions?
We’re happy to help in any way we can! Please email David at david.richardson@ymcacalgary.org with any questions you have.
