Why Become a r4f school?

Riding for Focus schools become a part of a community of 400+ sites in the US and Canada helping youth improve their well-being through cycling.
100% of R4F teachers would recommend the program to other schools.
89% of R4F teachers report students being more attentive and focused after participating in R4F.
83% of R4F teachers report improved student attendance and engagement in class.

Riding for Focus (R4F) is a school-based cycling program created by Outride.

Riding for Focus is designed to integrate cycling into the school day. Developed as a result of our research findings, R4F is designed to help young riders build confidence and skills on the bike. Eligible schools may receive a grant to establish a program, which includes a fleet of bikes and curriculum.

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Grant Guidelines

FAQ

*100% of teachers would recommend R4F to other schools*

* Based on responses from over 300 teachers implementing the program from 2021-2024

WHAT OUTRIDE PROVIDES

Eligible schools may receive an in-kind grant to establish a R4F program in their community which includes:

A fleet of bikes and helmets sized for students
An adaptable, evidence-based curriculum that can be integrated into PE or wellness classes
Teacher training and professional development
Program evaluation tools to measure impact
Ongoing technical assistance and community support

Application process & timeline

Please read our grant guidelines and FAQ to assess your readiness to implement R4F in your community.

Apply online by April 17th, 2026 - applications are reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to apply well before the deadline.
Internal review and scoring.
Selected schools are invited to interview with Outride staff on a rolling basis.
Schools are notified of award decision on a rolling basis.
All schools will be notified by mid-May.