Who We Are
Cycling Without Age (CWA) is a grassroots movement that started in Copenhagen Denmark and has spread internationally. Special three-seat, electrically-assisted bikes called “Trishaws” allow volunteer cyclists to provide free rides to residents of seniors’ homes.
Cycling Without Age Facts (as of February 2023)
- Invented in 2012 in Copenhagen
- Active chapters in 39 countries
- Starting up in 20 countries
- 3,050 chapter locations
- 4,900 trishaws
- 39,000 trained cycle pilots
- Over 3 million rides and over 650,000 people served
- Oldest pilot is 90 (Jørgen Hass, Denmark)
- Oldest passenger Pauline Angleman, 110 from California (sharply followed by youngster Edith Green, 108, from Bournemouth)
Cycling Without Age has been proven to be exceptionally popular and meaningful for elderly participants who have experienced Trishaw rides. CWA notes that many elderly people often experience a loss of mobility and independence. This leads to social isolation, loneliness, and depression. Time spent with the volunteers on the Trishaw breaks them free from their social isolation. The program gives them wind in their hair, the ability to connect with nature, and the chance to share their stories.
Cycling Without Age Lanark County aims to bring the experience to residents of Lanark County’s seniors’ homes. Thanks to the generosity of community minded businesses, organizations and individuals, we have purchased a promotional trailer and Trishaw and are in the process of training pilots for the 2024 cycling season.