The invention is directed generally to a method and apparatus for providing a stationary cycle, and more particularly to methods and devices for providing a user, such as a child, with a stationary cycle to navigate through a virtual world displayed to the user. More specifically, the invention allows a user to navigate within a virtual world by controlling a stationary cycle, thereby combining the interaction of a video game environment with the exercise afforded on a cycle. The user pedaling the cycle and controlling the handle bars. Based on these actions, the user can control navigation within the virtual world.