Spokes Fighting Strokes- Summer Adaptive Cycling Clinics

Participants test adaptive trikes and other specialized cycles during a Spokes Fighting Strokes Adaptive Cycling Clinic. The free clinics, led by stroke survivor and founder Dan Zimmerman in partnership with the Hostel Shoppe, help veterans and others with disabilities explore adaptive cycling as a tool for rehabilitation, independence, and recreation. The Tomah clinic will be held July 15 at the Tomah VA Medical Center.

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Posted Thursday, July 9, 2026 12:00 pm

Spokes Fighting Strokes, a non-profit organization focused on helping those affected by a wide range of disabilities on their rehabilitation journey, is coming to Wisconsin. Dan Zimmerman, the founder of Spoke Fighting Strokes, partnered with the Hostel Shoppe, is hosting three Adaptive Cycling Clinics in the area this summer as a part of the Spokes Fighting Strokes nationwide tour. The Wisconsin leg of the tour includes an adaptive cycling clinic in Marshfield, a second one in Tomah, and a third one in Stevens Point, plus Dan will be at the Pedal Point Rally on July 17th and 18^th. Each clinic will include a presentation by Dan Zimmerman of Spokes Fighting Strokes, a ride on local trails, and personalized recommendations on trikes. The Hostel Shoppe will also provide refreshments and snacks. These clinics are free to attend.

Adaptive Cycling Clinic in Tomah

When? Wednesday, July 15^th, from 11AM to 2PM

Where? Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah

Open to veterans and a family member or caregiver

Those interested in attending the second clinic in Tomah can register by calling the Tomah VA Center at 608-372-3971 and dialing one of the following extensions:

Marissa dos Santos – Recreation Therapist, ext: 64417

Haley Snyder – Recreation Therapist, ext: 66021

Heidi Seidel – Occupational Therapy Assistant, ext: 67715

For more information regarding Spokes Fighting Stroke Adaptive Cycling Clinics participation or to donate to Spokes Fighting Strokes, please call 715-342-4340 ext. 302, email jessie@hostelshoppe.com or visit our website: https://hostelshoppe.com/pages/spokes-fighting-strokes.