Course Details
Calling all young bikers! Our beginner youth mountain bike programs are tailor-made to equip your biker with essential skills for safe and confident trail navigation, all while fostering friendships and igniting a passion for riding. Geared towards riders aged 5-11 years old, we aim to provide a fun and confidence inspiring experience so that they love biking as much as we do.
To join, bikers should have a bike with a minimum wheel size of 20 inches (gears are a plus!). Our program focuses on instilling safe riding habits and mastering basic mountain bike skills like braking, balance, and body positioning. Through a mix of fun games and engaging drills, our experienced PMBIA certified coaches will build their expertise, complemented by on-trail coaching to get them comfortably riding green trails.
Wondering if this level suits your rider? To participate, they should be confident riding a 2-wheel bike without training wheels and have proficient use of hand brakes (coaster brakes not allowed).
With over 15 years of experience coaching youth programs, and a coaching team with many hours of coaching experience, we guarantee that our program will elevate their skills, confidence, and passion for the sport to a whole new level!
If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE.
4 x Wednesdays - Sept 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2
Level 1-2, Ages 5-11yrs
3pm - 5pm
$184 + gst
Trail Plan:
Week 1 Bike park, Week 2 Selkirk, Week 3 & 4 at Merry Creek - may change depending on the group level.
Your Instructor
Bonny Wight
Meet Bonny Wight, a true mountain biking enthusiast with a deep-rooted passion for the sport. Bonny has spent years nurturing her love for mountain biking right here in Castlegar, where she also raised her family. Her connection to the local trails and community runs deep, and she's thrilled to share this passion with other women and youth in the area.
Bonny's experience is as rich as it is diverse. She's been at the forefront of running ladies' ride nights, creating a space where women can learn, grow, and enjoy biking in a supportive environment. Her work doesn't stop there; she's also played a pivotal role in the high school bike program, inspiring young riders to embrace the sport.
We're incredibly excited to have Bonny join our team this year. Her arrival marks a significant step in expanding our programs in the Castlegar area. Bonny is not just a coach; she's an inspiration. Her natural coaching style, combined with her genuine enthusiasm for mountain biking, makes her an ideal mentor. Under her guidance, you're not just building skills; you're growing in confidence and enjoyment of the sport.
Bonny is a certified PMBIA level 1 coach, a testament to her commitment to providing high-quality, safe, and enjoyable training. Working with her, you'll quickly see why she's loved and respected in the mountain biking community. Get ready to embark on a journey of skill enhancement and personal growth with Bonny as your guide.