Flagstaff Youth Riders Inc (aka FLYRS)

FLYRS increases access to mountain biking for diverse youth by minimizing economic and other barriers. This is achieved through no-cost, school-based programs, scholarships for underrepresented groups (including those with financial need, youth of color, and female applicants), and subsidizing program costs through grants, donations, and sponsorships to ensure cost is not a deterrent.

Eliminates cost as a barrier to participation by subsidizing programs via grants, donations, and sponsorships, and offering free after-school and scholarship-based opportunities.

To prevent burnout and foster a lifelong enjoyment of cycling, FLYRS employs non-traditional training methods, including cross-training and fun activities, particularly within its competitive programs.

Strengthens community connections by offering a network of programs, events, and opportunities centered around cycling, fostering broader engagement and shared culture.

FLYRS aims to create programs that address unmet community needs and strengthen the community through an ecosystem of bike-centric opportunities. The organization sustains its efforts by relying on sponsors, community partners, and grants to support program growth and subsidize costs.

Designs programs to fill unmet community needs, ensuring relevance and accessibility by aligning offerings with local gaps in youth and outdoor programming.

FLYRS designs and implements programs to address unmet needs within the community and strengthen the community by providing an ecosystem of bike-centric opportunities.

Uses a digital map and online resources to communicate program locations and information, improving accessibility and participant engagement.

Expands access to mountain biking experiences regardless of background, aiming to provide equal opportunity for participation in Flagstaff’s youth cycling culture.

Prioritizes access for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged youth through scholarships and intentional inclusion of youth of color, female applicants, and those with financial need, ensuring equitable opportunity in mountain biking.

FLYRS uses mountain biking as a vehicle to develop resilient, caring, and growth-oriented youth, building confidence, teamwork, independence, and respect through progressive coaching, outdoor activity, and a supportive community environment.

Provides safe, inclusive, and high-quality experiences, though without specifying the operational mechanism for achieving this.

Ensures that programs are open and accessible to youth of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds, promoting universal introduction to cycling.

Organizes participants by age to support social bonding and development, while using trained coaches to provide individualized skill challenges within a cohesive team setting.

FLYRS increases access to mountain biking for youth by offering no-cost, school-based programs, providing scholarships, and actively removing financial and other barriers to participation, particularly for underrepresented groups.

Engages youth in outdoor recreation through mentorship by supportive coaches who guide them on bikes, promoting physical activity and emotional well-being.

FLYRS employs non-traditional training methods, including cross-training and fun activities, to prevent burnout in competitive riders and foster a lifelong enjoyment of cycling.

Uses cross-training and fun, engaging activities to maintain long-term participation and prevent burnout, fostering a sustainable and joyful relationship with cycling.

Depends on financial and in-kind support from businesses, individuals, and community partners to sustain and grow programs.

Requests that students only register for school-based programs if they cannot access fee-based FLYRS programs, ensuring equitable distribution of limited resources.

Partners with local schools to deliver mountain biking programs on school grounds, reducing logistical and financial barriers and increasing access for youth who cannot afford fee-based options.

FLYRS utilizes mountain biking as a vehicle for holistic youth development, fostering confidence, resilience, teamwork, respect, and a growth mindset. Programs focus on building camaraderie, enjoyment of cycling, and progressive coaching, while also encouraging outdoor activity and healthy risk-taking.

Uses mountain biking as a vehicle to build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and respect, with trained coaches fostering holistic growth, lifelong enjoyment, and progressive skill development in a supportive environment.