Volunteer in our
adaptive MTB programs
Please note, Expressions of Interest are now closed.
For project details, please read below.
Break the Boundary Inc.
Founded in 2018 by Andrew Liddawi, Break the Boundary Inc. is a nonprofit charity born from Andrew’s journey of resilience after a 2008 mountain biking accident that left him paralysed from the waist down. Driven by passion, Andrew and a small committee created opportunities for people with disabilities to explore off-road adventures. Initially focused on adaptive mountain biking, Break the Boundary has recently expanded to include adaptive hiking.
Break the Boundary remains at the frontier of Adaptive Mountain Biking in Australia.
“Our mission is to enhance the lives of people with physical and neurological disabilities by offering nature-based cycling and hiking experiences, helping them venture beyond flat surfaces into the stunning West Australian bush.”
Break the Boundary is recruiting volunteers for our aMTB Program!
Given the nature of our work and the participants we serve, it's crucial that our volunteers are well-equipped with the knowledge and support needed to ensure safety, confidence, and sustainability in our program delivery. Following the success of our adaptive hiking leadership development program in 2022, we are adopting a similar approach to recruit and develop quality individuals who will continue to grow with Break the Boundary.
Combining our success with existing infrastructure, resources, and collaborations, Break the Boundary is setting the standard for world-class adaptive mountain biking programs, offering unparalleled opportunities for people with disabilities and mobility impairments.
To learn more about our offerings, visit: https://www.breaktheboundary.com.au/
WA Adaptive Mountain Biking Leadership Development and Participation Project
Supported by Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, Break the Boundary has developed the WA Adaptive Mountain Biking Leadership Development and Participation Project. We offer a cutting-edge training program for adaptive mountain biking leaders. This initiative aims to deliver grassroots clinics, sessions, and events for individuals with physical and neurological disabilities.
Learn more and express your interest below!
Project Objective
The program will develop highly qualified and competent Adaptive MTB Leaders to increase participation in a range of nature-based trails, events and activities across WA.
The project will be the first of its kind to establish prominent leaders in the industry who will service the growing demand in the disability sector for generations to come.
Project Outcome
Upon project completion, Adaptive MTB Leaders will be competent and able to:
Understand the presentations and impacts of a range of common disabilities
Store, transport, assemble and use a medical grade hoist based on individual needs
Deliver first aid, CPR and emergency response
Assist participants with transferring in and out of adaptive equipment
Store, transport and use adaptive equipment in a safe manner
Maintain and make minor repairs and adjustments to adaptive mountain bikes to suit individual participant needs
Guide participants through a range of MTB trails across several locations in the Perth and surrounding areas
Available Roles
aMTB Coach
Roles and Responsibilities:
supported by an OT/Physiotherapist will be able to run an initial assessment and introduction to adaptive mountain biking to participants
conduct skills clinics 1:1 with adaptive riders
lead trails and sessions with adaptive riders
Training you will receive:
Provide Advanced first aid
Advanced resuscitation and advanced remote first aid
Level 1 PMBI Coaching course (3 Days)
Manual handling and aMTB recovery
Mechanics & maintenance workshop, bush mechanics scenarios
Learn the aMTB bikes, the batteries and setups
Trail assessing, Trail riding (with aMTB lens)
Disability Awareness Training
Clinic processes & participant assessment scenarios & hoist transfer
aMTB Volunteer
Roles and Responsibilities:
support the leaders at inductions and clinics
support on trails and sessions with adaptive riders
support on Social rides
Training you will receive:
Manual handling and aMTB recovery
Learn the aMTB bikes, the batteries and setups
Trail assessing, Trail riding (with aMTB lens)
Disability Awareness Training
Eligibility Criteria
a current Working with Children Check (WA)
a national police check (no more than 1 years old)
a current WA driver’s license (minimum Class C with no restrictions or disqualifications)
[HLTAID009, HLTAID011} Provide first aid, CPR. Currency to be maintained by the volunteer (this needs to be current at Nov 1 2024
If applying for the aMTB coaches role, you must be available November 15-17 2024 inclusive for your 3 day PMBI course.
Commitment Expectations
Training
Between November 2024 and March 2025, BTB aMTB coaches will complete 12 full days of training.
After completion
Availability for at least 1 day a fortnight, preferably weekends, for a minimum total of 12 months.
Impact of Your Role
Once all phases have been completed in the project, new participants will achieve:
Being introduced to adaptive mountain biking
Become aware of their ability and services available
Engage in introductory clinics and advance their skills to improve their independence, confidence, health, fitness level and wellbeing
Be informed and potentially consider engaging in community events and participating in other trail networks outside of Perth Hills
Ultimately, you will be making an incredible impact on people’s lives, helping them get off flat surfaces and out into the WA Bush!
Application Process
To apply- please submit your Expression of Interest via the button below.
Expressions of interest are now closed.
All applicants will be notified if they have progressed to the interview round.
Interviews- 4th, 5th October; 12th 13th October 2024
All interviewees will be notified whether or not they have been successful.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us via email: info@breaktheboundary.com.au