Our Events
2021 MENTAL WHEELS FOUNDATION'S UPCOMING EVENTS
Day of the Dead Ride or Run - Weekend of 13th/14th November 2021
(Changed from the 6th/7th November)
Want to Ride? - To find out more and REGISTER NOW! Click HERE
Want to Run? - To find out more and REGISTER NOW! Click HERE
Want to Run? - To find out more and REGISTER NOW! Click HERE
We know the last few months (and longer) have been tough for soooo many, however here is a ripper Event for you to take part in! Riding a Bike or Running!
This November, ride for lost loved ones. The Day of the Dead is a celebration of the life of family, friends and loved ones who have passed on. We will be holding ride and Run events right across Australia to honour loved ones who have lost their battle with mental health and celebrate their lives. Rides will vary and can be taken as part of one of the official event rides in your area, or you can do your own ride with your own group.
Covid friendly!! The rides have been set up so you can ride in as small as groups of two or larger depending on restrictions at the time!
Routes for the event will be announced closer to the date but here is a snap shot of what you can expect.
A few days out from the event you will receive your Day of the Dead hamper. Cycling/Running kit, face paint, head dress (for your helmet), and your Festive Feast Hamper. The hamper will consist of a pre-ride elixir and cocktail glass, and an assortment of cold meats, cheese and a list of other refinements for post ride refueling and hydrating.
Be Respectful, thoughtful and have a lot of fun!
| A Mental Health Initiative |
6 Minute Challenge: 27th August to 13th October 2021
The challenge is to complete 6 minutes of Step UP's for 6 consecutive days recording the total number of Step UP's for each day.
Then simply upload the number of Step UP's you achieved for each effort on each day! This adds to the overall total vertical metres of all participants and together we are aiming to reach 80,000m! (The number of attempted suicides in Australia each year...)
When: Any 6 consecutive days between - Friday 27th August to Wednesday 13th October 2021.
How: Click here to register now!
| Making a positive change for Mental Health |
Queensland Tour: Thursday 14th - Saturday 17th October 2021
** The dates have changed due to the recent COVID restrictions **
The Mental Wheels Tour QLD is an amazing Road Bike Ride that brings people together, taking action to directly improve mental well-being.
The definition of the word ‘Mental’ – ‘as it relates to the total emotional and intellectual response of an individual to external reality’.
Over 2 days (3 nights) the Tour will cover around 260km:
We will take in sights from the iconic banks of South Brisbane, through D'Aguilar National Park, climbing Mt Mee to the Glasshouse Mountains and exploring the picturesque Noosa Hinterland, before finishing at the acclaimed holiday destination of Noosa.
Over 2 days (3 nights) the Tour will cover around 260km:
We will take in sights from the iconic banks of South Brisbane, through D'Aguilar National Park, climbing Mt Mee to the Glasshouse Mountains and exploring the picturesque Noosa Hinterland, before finishing at the acclaimed holiday destination of Noosa.
So register now and join in the fun, adventure and challenge all while raising much needed funds to support those who need it most!
| Improving Mental Health and Well being |
MWF Fundraising Golf Day - 2021 Date to be confirmed
Pending Covid Restrictions
Corporate Event - A fantastic opportunity to entertain company clients while raising awareness and funds for our initiatives - Hosted by Bayview Golf Course, Bayview NSW. Information and registration details coming soon..
| Raising awareness and funds for our initiatives |
EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS COMING IN 2022
Freeze Festival: Sydney, Dee Why - Mid 2022 date to be confirmed
The Festival is a celebration of music in a fun family atmosphere, as well as promoting positive mental health via a medium ‘music’. This has been clinically proven to improve your state of mind. The concept is to showcase the impact that music has on mental health via a mix of amazing seasoned artists as well as young musicians that have formed bands and are writing their own music.
- The Festival is in collaboration with the Mental Wheels Foundation and their Music Scholarship program run by Big Music Studios.
- The program will include 4 young bands (under 25 years old) and their Mentors, creating a mix of well know artist and up and coming artists – capped off by a headline Band/s performing as the main act/s.
- It is called the Freeze Festival as it is held during Winter in the open air (2021 event is at James Meehan Reserve). We will encourage people to head outdoors, rug up, brave the cold, and experience Snow with snow making machines and life size snow globes. This combined
with great food offers will create a fun atmosphere for families and activities for the young and old. Funds raised go to the Mental Wheels Foundation life changing Mental Health initiatives.
- The program will include 4 young bands (under 25 years old) and their Mentors, creating a mix of well know artist and up and coming artists – capped off by a headline Band/s performing as the main act/s.
- It is called the Freeze Festival as it is held during Winter in the open air (2021 event is at James Meehan Reserve). We will encourage people to head outdoors, rug up, brave the cold, and experience Snow with snow making machines and life size snow globes. This combined
with great food offers will create a fun atmosphere for families and activities for the young and old. Funds raised go to the Mental Wheels Foundation life changing Mental Health initiatives.
| Improving Mental Health with Music |
Race Track - Motor / Cycling Event Coming in 2022
Cycling Club Event - Hosted by Pheasant Wood Circuit in Marulan NSW - raising mental health awareness and funds. Event details coming soon..
Dates to be confirmed subject to covid.
| Raising funds for our Mental Health initiatives |
New South Wales Tour: Wednesday 16th - Sunday 20th March 2022
The Mental Wheels Tour is an amazing Road Bike Ride that brings people together, taking action to directly improve mental well-being.
The definition of the word ‘Mental’ – ‘as it relates to the total emotional and intellectual response of an individual to external reality’.
Over 3 days (4 nights) the Tour will cover more than 350km:
We will take in sights from the highest resort in Australia - Charlotte Pass - to majestic ocean views in and around Merimbula. This year will see us challenge the mountains and tame the seas!
So register now and join in the fun, adventure and challenge all while raising much needed funds to support those who need it most!
Over 3 days (4 nights) the Tour will cover more than 350km:
We will take in sights from the highest resort in Australia - Charlotte Pass - to majestic ocean views in and around Merimbula. This year will see us challenge the mountains and tame the seas!
So register now and join in the fun, adventure and challenge all while raising much needed funds to support those who need it most!
Click here to register and find out more!
** NSW MWF Tour 2021 has been moved to March 2022 due to NSW Covid Restrictions **
| Challenge yourself and enjoy the ride to improve Mental Health |
MENTAL WHEELS FOUNDATION'S PAST EVENTS FOR 2021
Mental Wheels Foundation Hartley Training Camp - 26th to 28th March 2021
Cycling Club Event - Join us for this Exclusive training camp in the Blue Mountains at Hartley House - Places are strictly limited!
| Experience Our Mental Health Workshops |
Mudgee Classic - Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd May 2021
Cycling Club Event - Partnered with Bicycling Australia - with over 2000 cyclists in attendance, the Mental Wheels Foundation will stationed in the Event Village highlighting and educating the positive impact exercise has on mental wellbeing.
| Our Cycling Club Event 2021 |
MWF Fundraising Golf Day - Tuesday 1st June 2021
Corporate Event - A fantastic opportunity to entertain company clients while raising awareness and funds for our initiatives. Hosted by the prestigious NSW Golf Course, La Perouse NSW. We are attempting to give away a brand new FORD MUSTANG!!
| Raising awareness and funds for our initiatives |
Mental Wheels Virtual Tour 24th - 25th July 2021
Cost? FREE TO ENTER
When? 24th – 25th July 2021
Time? Start 8am - Both Saturday and Sunday
Where? RGT Cycling App. Find out more and download the App here.
Why? Raising funds for life changing mental health initiatives. Fundraising is not mandatory but encouraged to support the Mental Wheels Foundation and their initiatives. Choose to ride as a Team or Solo. Either way you are bound to have a great time while raising much needed funds for mental health.
