Elementary school teacher Doug Detwiller developed the Sprockids program. Living in Gibsons, British Columbia, located on the West Coast of Canada, Doug has always been involved in outdoor activities, and cycling quickly became another one of his passions. His enthusiasm for the sport has taken a simple idea and created a program that attracts young people of all ages. The Sprockids program has become an intricate component of his academic teaching, as well as an avenue for helping young people build their self-esteem.

Since 1990, Sprockids has been involving young people in the sport of mountain biking and is now in over 15 countries and its membership continues to grow.

In 2002, Doug Detwiller, in collaboration with other individuals from diverse cycling background, has contributed to the development of the CCA Sprockids National Introduction to Cycling Program.