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 as part of physical education or wellness programming. 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.
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 February 28th, 2026.
Internal review and scoring. See scoring rubric here.
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-April.
Who Can Apply?
Public middle schools and school districts serving students from low-income communities.