Join as a Cyclist — ZWAP Cycling Club

What is Zwift?

Zwift is a virtual cycling platform that turns indoor training into a social experience. You ride on your trainer at home, but on-screen you're cycling through virtual worlds alongside other riders from across the globe. ZWAP uses Zwift to bring together people affected by Parkinson's — every single day.

What you need

A bike and smart trainer

Any road bike or mountain bike mounted on a smart trainer works. Alternatively, a smart bike (like Wahoo KICKR Bike or Tacx NEO Bike) is an all-in-one solution. The smart trainer communicates with Zwift to adjust resistance and track your power.

A screen to run Zwift

Zwift runs on iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, PC, or Mac. Most riders use a tablet or laptop placed in front of their handlebars. A larger screen makes the experience more immersive.

A smartphone

For the Zwift Companion App — this is how you find ZWAP, sign up for club events, and connect with the community. It also controls your ride experience.

Optional: heart rate monitor

Not required, but helpful for tracking effort and staying in your comfort zone.

How to get started — step by step

Download Zwift
Get the Zwift app on your preferred device from zwift.com. Create your account and set up your in-game profile.
Download Zwift Companion
Get the free Companion App on your smartphone (iOS or Android). This is your gateway to ZWAP's club events and social features.
Find ZWAP
Open the Companion App → go to 'Clubs' → search for 'ZWAP' → tap 'Join'. You're now a member of the ZWAP cycling club.
Sign up for a ride
In the Companion App, check ZWAP's upcoming Club Events. Tap any event to sign up. Events show up in your Zwift calendar automatically.
Show up and ride
When the event starts, just launch Zwift and join. You'll ride alongside other ZWAP members, many living with Parkinson's. Optional Zoom video chat runs alongside — join if you want to see friendly faces and chat.

When we ride

Mon08:00Group Workout

Mon18:00Group Ride

Tue18:00Group Ride

Wed18:00Group Ride

Thu08:00Group Workout

Fri08:00Group Workout

Fri18:00Group Ride

Sun08:30Group Workout

Sun18:00Group Ride

All times CET. All sessions use 'Keep Everyone Together' mode — no one is left behind.

What to expect

Your first ride might feel a bit unfamiliar. That's completely normal. ZWAP rides are social, supportive, and guided. There's no pressure to keep up — the 'Keep Everyone Together' feature means the whole group rides at the same pace. Many of our members started exactly where you are now.

Get on Zwift.
Ride with us.