Pedal to rescue

Abstract

The Pedal to the Rescue project is a sports and social initiative aimed at expanding cycling opportunities for low-income children and youth in Bogotá. Access to this sport is often restricted due to the high costs associated with purchasing bicycles, equipment, maintenance, and finding suitable training spaces, creating a significant gap for vulnerable populations. In response to this problem, the project proposes a comprehensive training model that democratizes cycling through systematic processes of technical support, physical conditioning, and pedagogical guidance. It also incorporates an educational component focused on strengthening values ​​such as discipline, responsibility, teamwork, and resilience—fundamental elements for the personal and social development of participants. Additionally, Pedal to the Rescue seeks to create a safe environment that contributes to preventing risky behaviors and promoting alternative ways to use free time. Overall, the initiative aims not only to facilitate access to a sport historically limited by economic factors, but also to contribute to building social capital and developing skills that will benefit the future prospects of the young people involved.