Six reasons to try volunteering in 2023
Still thinking about volunteering at the 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds? These six reasons to volunteer may help you decide to sign up!
Major events such as 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds simply couldn’t happen without the dedication and enthusiasm of volunteers. It’s as simple as that!
To make next year’s cycling mega-event a massive success, we need around 4,000 volunteers to join our extended peloton. Thousands of you have already been in touch to help us power the bike, and we can’t wait to get as many of you as possible into roles as soon as we can!
But, there are also so many personal benefits to volunteering for you too.
So if you’re still undecided about volunteering next year – maybe a few of these points will help you decide to join us, and join in!
Make friends and create memories
Volunteering is a chance to meet new people who share the same interests as you, all while working towards the same goal. Many people who have volunteered at major events in the past end up making friends for life, and in the process - create lasting memories.
It can also help strengthen existing relationships between you and your family, friends, and co-workers!
Learn skills, gain experience and build confidence
Want to learn a new skill? Volunteering allows you to learn something new and develop current skills, as well as gain new experience in a different role, event or sport. Lots of volunteers report that trying something new while volunteering helped them gain confidence and gave them a massive sense of achievement!
Be part of something huge!
The 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds is more than an event.
By volunteering you can help us be a catalyst for change across Scotland, show people the #powerofthebike, encourage people to take up cycling, give back to your community, and feel a real sense of purpose.
All while showcasing our beautiful home, Scotland, to the world!
Improve your health
Volunteering has a positive effects on your mental and physical wellbeing. By getting involved as a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your local community and build new friendships – all while enjoying the fresh air and getting active!
Make a difference
Volunteering can have a real and valuable positive affect on people, communities and society in general. This is your chance to help inspire the next generation – maybe you’ll play a part in introducing the next Sir Chris Hoy to track cycling?!
Have fun!
Most important of all – you get to have fun! This is a unique opportunity to share your passion for volunteering, sport and cycling whilst having fun with fellow volunteers. By taking on a new challenge you have the opportunity to achieve new goals, practice using existing skills and discover hidden talents you never knew you had!
Volunteering at the 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds is also an amazing way to get closer to the action than anyone else.
So, are you ready to help us power the bike in 2023? Then don't delay and sign up to become a volunteer at the biggest cycling event in history next year.
Applications close 7 November!