Programs To Educate All Cyclists

Specialties

PEAC empowers individuals with disabilities through cycling. We believe that biking and alternative modes of transportation play a critical role in increasing community access, fostering social involvement & self-​esteem, and promoting healthy lifestyles among individuals with disabilities.

We believe that Everyone Can Ride.

History

Established in 2004.

John Waterman was a public school teacher in Battle Creek, Michigan in 1988 when a student from the special education classroom was hit by a car while riding his bicycle at night (without a helmet) and was severely injured. This tragic event moved John to initiate a bike safety program for kids with disabilities. John believed that all individuals have the right to not only enjoy cycling, but to access their communities and enjoy independence through cycling.

It took a number of years partnering with other nonprofit organizations, but in 2004 the bike program opened its doors as PEAC, Programs to Educate all Cyclists, an independent nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities by using cycling for transportation, integrated recreation, fitness, and therapy.

Meet the Business Owner

John W.

Business Owner

Executive Director