Volunteers in the operation of De Fietsschool

Volunteers are an indispensable link in the operation of De Fietsschool. They provide support for lessons, guidance on the ground and contribute to the warm atmosphere that characterises our approach. In this knowledge base page, you will find all information about recruiting, supervising and valuing volunteers. From intake interviews and appointments to insurance and recognition - here you get an overview of everything you need to work with volunteers in a respectful and efficient way.

Why work with Volunteers?

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Every cycling initiative, no matter how small or large, benefits from a volunteer effort.

Profile of volunteers

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Volunteers are coaches who motivate, enthuse and reassure. Here we list what profile they should definitely meet.

Recruitment of volunteers

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Volunteers need to be actively recruited. Make sure they find their way to your cycling initiative through all kinds of channels.

Flyer Recruiting Volunteers

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Use this example and create your own recruiting flyer to attract Volunteers.

Welcoming volunteers

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Convinced someone to volunteer? Provide a warm welcome and proper training.

Tasks for volunteers

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Volunteers are mainly needed to teach Cycling Lessons. But they can also take on other tasks within your cycling school.

Supervision of volunteers

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During classes, it is important to keep Volunteers on board. Make sure you provide adequate supervision and show your appreciation.

Supervision of volunteers

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During classes, it is important to keep Volunteers on board. Make sure you provide adequate supervision and show your appreciation.

Educatieve omkadering van vrijwilligers

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Leid vrijwilligers op tot professionele fietslesgevers en zorg ook tijdens de lessen voor voldoende educatieve omkadering en ondersteuning.

Evaluatie en coachen van vrijwilligers

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Vrijwilligers zijn bepalend voor de werking en uitstraling van jouw fietsschool. Door hen regelmatig te evalueren en te coachen voelen ze zich ondersteund en kunnen ze hun rol optimaal vervullen.

Diversiteit in je vrijwilligersteam

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Fietslessen trekken diverse deelnemers aan. Werk ook met diverse vrijwilligers. Zo voelen alle deelnemers zich op hun gemak, en leren ze sneller bij.

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Fietsschool XS: Cycling lessons for children

De Fietsschool also aims to get vulnerable children on bikes. With Fietsschool XS, it empowers children and parents so that they can go out together by bike.

Communication and promotion

A cycling initiative involves a lot of communication. Both towards participants, partners and volunteers. Pay attention to that and make your teaching offer widely known.

Cycling together

After the lesson series, build a buddy collaboration and create a community of novice cyclists who help each other. Because cycling together is fun.

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