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Youth Mountain Biking

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Strider Class 

Our new Strider Class is a fun and supportive program designed to teach young children the fundamentals of balance and coordination using Strider balance bikes.

With a focus on safety and confidence building, kids learn to glide, steer, and transition towards riding a pedal bike - all in a playful, encouraging environment.

No pedals, no training wheels, just two-wheeled fun!!

Riders must bring their own bike and helmet, as well as water and a snack.

This class will meet at Stagecoach Park near the Pump Track on the north side of the park.

 When:  Sundays, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Stagecoach Park - Pump Track
Ages: 2-5
Register:
MTB - Strider Class - Fall 25

20'' Class 

Our new 20" bike class is perfect for young riders who are ready to build confidence and skills on a 20" pedal bike.

This class focuses on bike safety, braking, turning, and riding on varied terrain, all in a fun and supportive environment.

Whether your child in transitioning from a balance bike or looking to improve their riding abilities, this class helps them gain independence and have a blast on two-wheels!

Riders must bring their own bike and helmet, as well as water and a snack.

 When:  Sundays, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Stagecoach Park - Pump Track
Ages: 5-8
Register:
Register for MTB - 20'' Class - Fall 25

Middle School Mountain Bike Club (11 to 14 Years) 

Calling all Middle School Mountain Bikers! This awesome program will help you take your mountain biking to the next level with technical skills training, bike maintenance tips, and endurance building. Focusing on learning and following the rules of the trails while practicing to clean and conquer features like rock gardens, switchbacks, off camber turns and more, all while riding with and making new friends in the process.

Volunteers are needed to help lead these individual groups!

When:  
Tuesdays 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM ~ Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead at Buchanan Park Rec Center
Sundays 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM ~ Meet at Elk Meadow Trailhead at Buchanan Park Rec Center
Ages: 11-15
Register:
Register for Middle School Mountain Bike Club ~ Fall Session 1
Register for Middle School Mountain Bike Club ~ Fall Session 2

Junior Mountain Biking Program (8 to 12 Years) 

Join our biking group as they ride the trails of the local open-space parks. The group meets Wednesdays and Sundays at Buchanan Park Recreation Center. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and ability. Volunteers are needed to lead these individual groups. Riders must have at least a 24-inch wheeled bike and helmet for all rides.

When: Tuesdays4:30 PM - 5:30 PM and Sundays, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Meet at Wulf/EHS MTB Skills course parking lot
Ages: 8-13
Register:
Register for Junior Mountain Biking Program ~ Fall Session 1
Register for Junior Mountain Biking Program ~ Fall Session 2

Refund Policy 
  • No make-up classes or refunds are offered for missed classes
  • Class refunds must be made at least 1 week before the session begins
  • No refunds are given once the session has begun
  • Exceptions will be at the Program Supervisor's discretion
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