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Toby Wells 16th Annual Bike-A-Thon: Pedal for the Podium

Date & Time:

February 7, 2026 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Location:

Toby Wells YMCA

5105 Overland Ave
San Diego, CA 92123

TOBY Wells 16th Annual Bike-A-Thon

PEDAL FOR THE PODIUM

A Global Celebration of Music, Athleticism and Community – Step into the spirit of the games with a high-energy, pedal-powered challenge! Feel the rush of friendly competition as music drives every mile. It’s a can’t-miss celebration of teamwork, determination and pushing for your personal best.

Suggested Donation: $125 Per Rider — Donate Today!

Event proceeds support our 2026 Annual Campaign which provides scholarships to underserved youth and families in our community. We want everyone to enjoy the YMCA like you do and give everyone the opportunity to strive for his or her highest potential. Cyclists can receive sponsorship in the form of donations from friends, family or co-workers.

For questions or more information, please contact Karen Prorok at kprorok@ymcasd.org.

Ride times

Check-in for the first ride begins at 7:15am. All rides are 45 minutes long with a 15-minute buffer and will be team-led by amazing YMCA staff instructors.

  • 7:30am
  • 8:30am
  • 9:30am
  • 10:30am

Event Guidelines

  • Please register early!
  • Ride alone or form a team of four riders to support; one team per bike.
  • Bikes must be filled throughout the day; cyclists may ride one or more consecutive hours.
    • Feeling like a challenge? Have a team rider for the entire 4-hour ride (bike must not be left empty).
  • Don’t have a team? We will find one for you! Please contact Karen at kprorok@ymcasd.org.
  • Individual riders are encouraged to check-in 15 minutes prior to their hour.
  • All cyclists must have signed a medical waiver prior to participation.

Donation impact

  • $100 provides a child with life-saving swim lessons.   
  • $250 supports a senior with six-months of membership and helps them stay active, healthy and connect with others. 56% of older adults experience senior isolation. 
  • $500 Provides a child with two-weeks of summer day camp. Studies show a camp experience can improve a child’s social skills and overall well-being.

2026 Sponsor Opportunities

Thank you for considering sponsorship of the Pedal for the Podium Bike-a-Thon, an event to support children, families and seniors through wellness and enrichment at the Y! Benefits are negotiable and can be customized to your needs.

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $2,500
  • Presenting Sponsor reference in all promotional materials, including advertisements, emails and Bike-A-Thon website
  • Deadline for printed collateral is Friday, January 16, 2026
  • Opportunity to include company promo materials in event goodie bags
  • Booth or table display at the Bike-A-Thon event
  • Logo recognition on Bike-A-Thon website
  • Signage recognition displayed in studio during event
  • Social media recognition
  • Recognition from the emcee at the event
  • 12x Participants in Event
  • Opportunity to include company promo materials in event goodie bags
  • Logo recognition on Bike-A-Thon website
  • Signage recognition displayed in studio during event
  • Recognition from the emcee at the event
  • 8x Participants in Event
  • Name recognition on Bike-A-Thon website
  • Signage recognition displayed in studio during event
  • Recognition from the emcee at the event
  • 4x Participants in Event