Fall Semester
August 21 - December 14
August 21 - December 14
Now registered as a qualified vendor for IHLA.
Beginner | Monday OR Friday | 9:30-11:0 am
August 21-December 14
🚫 No class the week of thanksgiving
The Pathfinders mountain bike skills program is designed to help new and developing riders build confidence, control, safety awareness, and a love for riding trails. Instruction emphasizes fun, age-appropriate skill progression through games, challenges, and group rides.
Intermediate | Monday OR Friday | 11:15am-12:45pm
August 21-December 14
🚫 No class the week of thanksgiving
The Trailblazers mountain bike skills program is designed with advancing students in mind. We focus on refining skills like cornering, braking and pressure control. We ride at a faster pace and . Age recommendations are flexible and we will try to accommodate family and individual needs.
Riders work in groups of 3-7, and all activities prioritize safety, encouragement, and positive growth. Parents that are interested in riding can help coach, but must attend our in-person coach training and complete a background check.
Throughout the session, riders will learn and practice:
Bike safety and trail etiquette
Braking, shifting, and balance
Cornering, climbing, and descending
Riding over rocks and small obstacles
Group riding skills and communication
Basic bike care and trail-side preparedness
We ride in light weather when conditions are safe. However, if trails are muddy or unsafe, class will shift to an indoor or covered mechanic-focused session.
Backup activities may include:
How to clean a bike properly
Tire pressure and why it matters
Fixing a flat (hands-on)
Chain care and lubrication
Brake check and adjustment overview
Pre-ride safety checks (ABC)
What to bring on every ride
These sessions are hands-on, age-appropriate, and engaging, and count as a full class.
Parents will be notified ahead of time if a weather backup plan is in effect.
Each rider must bring:
A functioning mountain bike
Properly fitted helmet
Closed-toe shoes
Water bottle
Weather-appropriate clothing
Certified instruction with age-appropriate progression
Clear group riding rules and communication
Emphasis on encouragement, not pressure
No rider is required to attempt a feature they are uncomfortable with
By the end of the session, riders will: Feel confident riding trails. Understand how to care for their bike. Ride safely with others. Associate mountain biking with fun, success, and adventure