 Come pedal with us on Wednesday, May 21 from 1-3pm for an afternoon of movement and connection in celebration of Earth Day as we cruise the Santa Barbara waterfront on surrey bikes. Together, in partnership with Santa Barbara County of Association of Government (SBCAG), we will ride along Santa Barbara's scenic waterfront and embrace being outdoors. We will be renting surrey bikes from Wheel Fun Rentals. These quad-style surrey bikes seat four and allow for shared steering and pedaling. This is perfect for people who are blind or have low vision to bike around and engage in physical activity while also enjoying a fun social and eco-loving event. This is an opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and help raise the public of the abilities of people with vision loss. Location: Wheel Fun Rentals located at 24 E. Mason St., Santa Barbara CA 93101. There is a public parking lot located on Mason St. and Helena Ave. across from the Hotel Californian. Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. Event Schedule:1:00-1:15pm: Check-in, Meet & Greet 1:15-1:30pm: Bike & Team Pairing 1:30-2:15pm: Surrey bike ride along Santa Barbara waterfront towards Bird Refuge 1:45-2:15pm: Volunteer Guide Training 2:15-2:45pm: Bike back to Wheel Fun Rentals 2:45-3pm: Closing circle Blind and low vision participants and volunteers RSVP by May 19th Questions or concerns? Please contact Tania at: [email protected] To be added to our mailing list please click the below link so you can stay informed of future Blind Fitness happenings: https://blindfitness.org/subscribe/
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 Description: The Blind Fitness Beach Walk & Run is a wonderful opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and help raise awareness for the blind and low vision community. Join us Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 9:30am - 11:30am. Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025 (Upcoming Dates: June 7th & July 12) Time: 9:30am-11:30am *Mandatory new volunteer orientation at 9am* Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. RSVP: To help us secure the proper amount of guides, please register by Thursday, May 1, 2025. Location: East Beach parking lot, at west Cabrillo parking lot near Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse. Nearest address is 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara CA 93103. We congregate at the end of the west parking lot near the men’s public restroom, outdoor showers and bike racks. Look for the Blind Fitness flag. If parking in the public lot, please be sure to pay at the pay station upon arrival. There is a pay station located next to our meeting spot. *Please note that there is a fee even for those with a disabled placard. Schedule:
Suggested donation: $10 per participant/volunteer RSVP: Please register by Thursday, May 1, 2025. Questions or concerns? Please contact Tania at: [email protected]
 iTogether, in partnership with Anacapa School, we will be riding surrey bikes with a group of middle school students and teachers. Our Blind Fitness participants will help educate and spread awareness of the blind and low vision community. Come pedal with us!
We will be renting surrey bikes from Wheel Fun Rentals. A surrey bike is a four-wheeled quadricycle, with a two, four or six-seated covered carriage and has an open bench seat where everyone can pedal together. With two steering wheels, the surrey bike is perfect for people who are blind or have low vision to bike around and engage in physical activity while also enjoying a fun social event. This is an opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and help educate the public of the abilities of people with vision loss. We do not need volunteers for this event. Blind and low vision participants, please RSVP by April 21st to help us secure the proper amount of support and equipment. Please register below or email Tania at [email protected] Who: All people who are blind or have low vision. Blind and low vision participants, please RSVP by emailing at [email protected] in order for us to secure the proper amount of support and equipment. When: Wednesday, April 23 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Where: Meet in front of Wheel Fun Rentals located at 24 E. Mason St., Santa Barbara CA 93101 Suggested donation: $10 per participant/volunteer Agenda: 1-1:15pm: Check-in, meet & greet introductions 1:15-1:45pm: Surrey bike ride along Santa Barbara waterfront towards Bird Refuge 1:45-2:15pm: Snacks, Connection and Volunteer guide training 2:15-2:45pm: Bike back and return to Wheel Fun Rentals 2:45-3pm: Closing circle  Description: The Blind Fitness Beach Walk & Run is a wonderful opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and help raise awareness for the blind and low vision community. Join us Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 9:30am - 11:30am. Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025 (Upcoming Dates: May 3rd & June 7th) Time: 9:30am-11:30am *Mandatory new volunteer orientation at 9am* Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. RSVP: To help us secure the proper amount of guides, please register by Thursday, April 10, 2025. Location: East Beach parking lot, at west Cabrillo parking lot near Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse. Nearest address is 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara CA 93103. We congregate at the end of the west parking lot near the men’s public restroom, outdoor showers and bike racks. Look for the Blind Fitness flag. If parking in the public lot, please be sure to pay at the pay station upon arrival. There is a pay station located next to our meeting spot. *Please note that there is a fee even for those with a disabled placard. Schedule:
Suggested donation: $10 per participant/volunteer RSVP: Please register by Thursday, April 10, 2025. Questions? Email Tania:
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Please RSVP below and join us for our Blind Fitness Beach Walk & Run. This is an opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and spread awareness of the blind and low vision community. Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025 Time: 9:30am-11:30am *Mandatory new volunteer orientation at 9am* RSVP: To help us secure the proper amount of guides, please register by Thursday, March 12, 2025. Suggested donation: $10 per participant/volunteer Location: East Beach parking lot, at west Cabrillo parking lot near Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse. Nearest address is 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara CA 93103. We congregate at the end of the west parking lot near the men’s public restroom, outdoor showers and bike racks. Look for the Blind Fitness flag. If parking in the public lot, please be sure to pay at the pay station upon arrival. There is a pay station located next to our meeting spot. *Please note that there is a fee even for those with a disabled placard. Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. Schedule:
 Dear Blind Fitness Community,
After a remarkable journey of founding and leading Blind Fitness over the past 4 years, the time has come for me to transition from Executive Director into a new role as a member of the board of directors. I do so with a heart full of gratitude, pride, and love for this incredible community we have built together. When I founded Blind Fitness in 2021, I could never have imagined the profound impact it would have—not just on our community, but on me personally. I remember our very first beach walk and run during the Covid-19 pandemic, where I recruited volunteers from a Craigslist posting, unsure of what to expect. That small, passionate group was the first sign of something truly special. One of my greatest joys has been working with the blind surf community—witnessing the freedom and exhilaration that come with riding the waves, guided by trust and determination. Through every event, every connection, and every story shared, I have been reminded of the kindness, resilience, and love that exists in the world. I am thrilled to hand off the position to someone who has been part of this journey from the very beginning—our founding board secretary, Tania Isaac-Dutton. From day one, Tania has played an integral role in shaping Blind Fitness into what it is today. Her compassion, leadership, and dedication to our mission make her the perfect person to guide this organization into its next chapter. I am confident that under her leadership, Blind Fitness will continue to enhance its programming, foster new community partnerships, and advocate for greater inclusivity with the blind and low vision community. "I am truly honored to step into this role, continuing the remarkable work of Blind Fitness and following in the path of Brianna Pettit, whose dedication, vision, and collaboration have established a strong foundation for future growth,” said Isaac-Dutton. Blind Fitness is proof of what can happen when people come together with a shared vision. I am excited to see what the future holds for our organization in the years to come. With love and gratitude, Brianna Pettit Founder, Blind Fitness We were deeply honored to be recognized by our Mayor for Blind Fitness's role in promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. On October 23, the 19th Annual Mayor's Awards celebrated National Disability Employment Month, honoring employers dedicated to hiring and supporting people with disabilities. The event's theme, "Access to Good Jobs for All," emphasized the importance of an inclusive and diverse workforce, recognizing employers who lead in inclusive hiring practices.  Blind Fitness was honored for providing recreational accommodations to individuals who are blind or have low vision, promoting inclusive opportunities for physical activity and well-being.
Click here to read the full article from the City of Santa Barbara.  Description:
Please RSVP below and join us for our Blind Fitness Beach Walk & Run. This is an opportunity to get outdoors, move your body, connect with others, and spread awareness of the blind and low vision community. Time: 9:30am-11:30am *Mandatory new volunteer orientation at 9am* Suggested donation: $10 per participant/volunteer Location: East Beach parking lot, meet at west Cabrillo parking lot near Cabrillo Pavilion Bathhouse. Nearest address is 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara CA 93103. We congregate at the end of the west parking lot near the men’s public restroom, outdoor showers and bike racks. Look for the Blind Fitness flag. If parking in the public lot, please be sure to pay at the pay station upon arrival. There is a pay station located next to our meeting spot. *Please note that there is a fee even for those with a disabled placard. Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. Sample Agenda:
 Come climb with us on January 15th, 2025Together, in partnership with Anacapa School, we will be rock climbing with a group of middle and high school students and teachers. Our Blind Fitness participants will help educate and spread awareness of the blind and low vision community. Come climb with us on Wednesday, January 15th from 1:30-3pm.
We will be rock climbing at the Santa Barbara Rock Gym. In this clinic you will learn an intro to climbing knots, harness use, climbing communication, and basic climbing technique. This is an opportunity to learn more about rock climbing, move your body, connect with others, and help educate the public of the abilities of people with vision loss. Email [email protected] to register by January 8th Location: Santa Barbara Rock Gym | 322 State St, Santa Barbara CA Who: All people who are blind or have low vision, along with their family, friends, and community members. No volunteers are needed for this event. Parking: Free parking available in the REI parking lot off of Anacapa & Guiterrez st or 75 min free in the public lot on the corner of State and Gutierrez St. Agenda: 1:30-1:45pm: Check-in, welcome circle 1:45-2:15pm: Blind Sensitivity Training, intro to rock climbing basics 2:15-3pm: Rock climb 3-3:15pm: Closing circle  Grateful for YOU, our Blind Fitness community!This holiday season, we have every reason to be thankful for supporters like you. Blind Fitness began just 3 years ago with a small gathering of participants ready to explore the outdoors. Today we are a full-fledged non-profit with a growing community of over 600 people advocating and sharing resources with the blind and low vision community. This year we offered an impressive array of activities to our community:
And there are more ways to help! Please consider sharing your dedication to Blind Fitness this Giving Tuesday by posting a challenge on Facebook and Instagram! You may have seen others set giving goals on their birthdays, special occasions, or on Giving Tuesday. This allows us to expand our giving circle beyond our community to others who see your passion for Blind Fitness and may also choose to give and get involved! Please consider sharing our fundraiser to benefit Blind Fitness before Giving Tuesday on December 3, 2024. Join us on this special day, and let's amplify our collective impact to help Blind Fitness continue to thrive and grow! May your holidays be Merry and Bright. With gratitude, Brianna Pettit Founder | Executive Director |
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