We have ongoing recruitment throughout the year so you can join in the fun anytime! Contact us for details. We typically hold our formal recruitment event in January.
Our typical season consists of about 25 parades and performances during the year, mostly local. Our first major trip outside of Ohio since the relaunch of the team was the Florida Citrus Parade on December 30, 2017. We are again sending a team to compete in the annual National Unicycle Championships to be held in Ft. Colins, CO in July 2019.
Requirements to Ride
No prior skills required, we will teach the basics of balance and tips to success. We ask that you just have a willingness to learn and listen. All ages are welcome!
Practices
Weekly practices begin on weekends during the winter as gym time is available. When the weather breaks, we go outside twice a week to practice, usually at Punderson State Park in Newbury, Ohio, continuing throughout the summer and fall months.
Time Commitment
As many hours as a family can give toward the improvement of skills, new riders develop skills faster with continual practice with the team and coaches. We recognize there are a lot of activities available to families and can work with student, work, and family schedules.
Cost
Although there is no registration fee, the team member is expected to purchase a team t-shirt, sweatshirt, and helmet, approximate total is $40. A limited number of loaner unicycles are available for new riders.
Conduct
Team members are representing St. Helen Church and are expected to conduct themselves in a way that honors and glorifies God and demonstrates respect for other members of the team, their families and the public.
A team member does not have to be a member of the church nor Catholic. All are welcome.
Adult Training Required
Coaching or Parent leaders require VIRTUS training with FBI/BCII check for any adults working with children for four or more hours a month.