Information for Health Professionals & Carers
We all benefit from being active and cycling is a great activity that is fun, sociable and good for physical and mental health. Cycling offers opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to be active, independent and to enjoy outdoor spaces.
We regularly support health and social care professionals in the rehabilitation, treatment and support of their clients and offer free cycle hire for carers to encourage and enable regular cycling.


Physical Health
Improved cardiovascular fitness
Better leg & core muscle strength and flexibility
Enhanced balance and coordination
Low-impact exercise option
Mental Wellbeing
• Reduced anxiety and stress
• Improved mood and self-esteem
• Social connection opportunities
• Sense of achievement and independence
Social Benefits
• Community integration
• Reduced social isolation
• Peer support networks
• Shared activities for family & friends
Carers
What we can offer
Standard 2-wheel cycles for adults and children
Low-step 2-wheel cycles – perfect for older adults or those with reduced flexibility
E-cycles (2-wheelers and trikes)
3-wheeled cycles for those with mobility or balance issues – these can help strengthen muscles after experiencing a stroke, for example
Hand cycles – useful after leg or foot injuries
2-wheeled tandem cycles – ideal for visually impaired riders and for beginners to cycling with support and training
Specialised cycles that allow a supporter to sit alongside or behind the cyclist to help with cycling
Cycles that accommodate wheelchairs
Cycle training for children and adults of varying ability and disability
Cycling confidence building sessions and rides
Organised group rides facilitated by trained volunteers
Accessible and welcoming café with accessible toilet
Frequent free & inclusive events in our cafe plus large group rides (such as Ride for All, Yuletide & Lantern Rides)
Workshop for standard and non-standard cycle repairs and servicing
Standard and non-standard cycle sales
Accessing our Services
No referral is necessary but health and social care professionals may wish to contact us on behalf of their clients/patients or encourage individuals to contact us directly.
If anyone has support needs, it is likely that an individual assessment by us would be needed. This ensures that the most appropriate cycle and accessories are chosen to meet individual needs and to ensure that their cycling experience is positive, safe and enjoyable.
02920 390713
bookings@cardiffpedalpower.org.uk


Carers
Supporting Carers
We have first-hand experience of what it takes to be a carer - we meet you every day, on bikes, in the cafe - and we want to support you in any way we can.
Our membership package allows a carer to cycle with our memebr for free - we hope this helps to make more frequent visits affordable.
We also appreciate how important social contact is - it can be lonely being a carer - and we are always delighted to welcome you to our cafe. This is your space to feel comfortable and chat or just take time for yourself, with no pressure to leave or purchase. We have indoor and outdoor seating (covered), with throws for the chillier seasons. We have a disabled toilet and are wheelchair accessible - feel free to move tables and chairs to suit your needs!
If you have support needs or think you may need to use one of our accessible cycles, we will need to carry out an assessment before you can hire our cycles. This helps us to understand your needs and choose the right cycle and accessories for you. Support needs may relate to a learning disability, a physical disability or a balance and coordination difficulty.
02920 390713
bookings@cardiffpedalpower.org.uk


Become a Pedal Power Member
Our membership package is designed to support and encourage Disabled people and their carers, to be able to cycle regularly. Join our members’ community and enjoy a range of benefits including lower cycle hire prices & free cycle hire for support worker/carer
Free individual assessment
Free cycle hire for 1 support worker/carer
Invites to regular free events
Loyalty card with every 10th ride free of charge
Discounted cycle hire & cycle lesson rates
Regular news and events updates
No repeat documentation for cycle hire
Reduced hire rate for 2nd support worker/carer
Access to all cycles and accessories
Membership Rates
Adult
Child
Family / Group
(up to 4 people)
New Members
02920 390713
bookings@cardiffpedalpower.org.uk
Existing Members
Frequently Asked Questions
Why become a member?
Do I have to have an assessment to become a member?
How does an assessment take place?
What happens after the assessment?
What if I am not disabled but have not cycled in a while?
Can I hire an e-cycle if I'm not a member?
What if I am already a competent cyclist?




