YOUTH BIKE CAMP PROGRAMS
SUMMER CAMPS
Summer Camps are a great way to get your young mountain bikers out riding this summer.
We will challenge your young riders on & off the trail, fine-tune their skills with drills and fun games, explore new terrain, and leave them keen to ride!
Professional coaches will have them riding both natural and manmade features confidently and safely. Riders will leave with a good understanding of trail etiquette, bike maintenance, and general recreation etiquette.
**Minimum bike requirements for these camps are working hand brakes and 20” wheels.
Also check out our Youth After School Programs here.
**NEW 2023** PRO-D DAY CAMPS
Looking to experience these NEW full-day camps at Kootenay Mountain Biking?
Join us for our full-day mountain bike camps located in Rossland, scheduled on SD20 Pro D Days. These camps offer a range of engaging activities and skill-building opportunities. Camps for Little Rippers, Intermediate Rippers and Black Diamond Rippers are on offer accommodating for riders of all levels.
Our expert coaches provide a safe and supportive environment for riders to learn and develop their mountain biking skills while having fun with their peers. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Also check out our Youth After School Programs here.
THE DETAILS
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Little Rippers - Level 1 - ages 5-76 weeks, every Thursday May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15 3pm - 5pm $285 + gst Early Drop off: $30 + gst Location: Rossland Introduction to mountain biking suitable for ages 5-7 with a minimum 20 inch bike. Riders will learn safe riding habits while practicing basic mtn bike skills including; braking, balance and body positioning. There will be minimal trail time with a focus on games and fun activities that build confidence on their bike. Does this level fit my rider? Riders need to be comfortable riding a 2 wheel bike without training wheels and have good use of the hand brakes (no coaster brake allowed). If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. KMB Jersey Each After School registration includes a KMB Jersey. Sizes are as follows and can be specified at check out, and are guaranteed up until April 5th. All bookings past this date will receive a Jersey size based on availability. Fit Guide You also have the option to customise your Jersey by adding your child's name or nickname. You have the option to add this at check out for an additional $5 + gst. This service is available with Early Bird purchases only, up til March 31, 2023. Early Drop Off Have to work or can't drop kids off at 3pm for their After School Program. Our coaches can meet your kid/s at RSS school at 2:30pm and head up to the program ready for 3pm. Early Drop off can be booked for all 6 sessions, no single days available. Details: 2:30pm pick up directly from RSS playground - Thursdays May 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15 Cost: $30 + gst (based on 4 kids signing up. If less sign up you will have the option to cancel with a refund or if you need the care, the price will increase to simply cover costs). BOOK NOW
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Pro-D 1 Day Camp Little Rippers - Level 1 - ages 5-7Pro D 1 Day Rossland Little Rippers Camp May 19 Level 1, Ages 5-7yrs 9am - 3pm $82 + gst During this 1-day, riders will develop safe riding habits by practicing fundamental mountain biking techniques such as braking, balance, and proper body positioning. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to explore local trails while engaging in fun games and activities that will enhance their bike riding skills and confidence. While the focus is to have kids on bikes for at least half of the time, with energy levels and rider safety in mind, there may be some non-riding activities such as coloring, bike mechanics, tire changing, watching bike movies, or playing games. Some of the trails that may be ridden both ways: Centennial, Drifter, Louis Joe, Moes, Larrys, Blue Elephant. Does this level fit my rider? Riders need to be comfortable riding a 2 wheel bike without training wheels, minimum 20” wheel size and have good use of the hand brakes (no coaster brake allowed). Riders will be ascending and descending each day. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE BOOK NOW
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Pro-D 2 Day Little Rippers Summer Camp - Level 1 - ages 5-7Pro D 2 Day Rossland Little Rippers Summer Camp Aug 30 - 31 Level 1, Ages 5-7yrs 9am - 3pm $159 + gst During this 2-day, riders will develop safe riding habits by practicing fundamental mountain biking techniques such as braking, balance, and proper body positioning. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to explore local trails while engaging in fun games and activities that will enhance their bike riding skills and confidence. While the focus is to have kids on bikes for at least half of the time, with energy levels and rider safety in mind, there may be some non-riding activities such as coloring, bike mechanics, tire changing, watching bike movies, or playing games. Some of the trails that may be ridden both ways: Centennial, Drifter, Louis Joe, Moes, Larrys, Blue Elephant. Does this level fit my rider? Riders need to be comfortable riding a 2 wheel bike without training wheels, minimum 20” wheel size and have good use of the hand brakes (no coaster brake allowed). Riders will be ascending and descending each day. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE BOOK NOW
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Intermediate Rippers - Level 2-3 - ages 7-96 weeks, every Wednesday May 10, 17, 24, June 1, 7, 14 3pm - 5pm $285 + gst Early Drop off: $30 + gst Location: Rossland Riders will increase their skills by building on body positioning, braking, and trail awareness while continuing to build safe riding habits. Riders will enjoy games and drills on green trails, but more focus will be spent on blue trails. Does this level fit my rider? Riders can already comfortably ride on green while occasionally venturing onto easy blue single track. They have confidence to ride and carry momentum through bumpy, rooty sections of green trails while keeping feet on pedals in a level ready position. Riders should have good front and back brake control. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. KMB Jersey Each After School registration includes a KMB Jersey. Sizes are as follows and can be specified at check out and are guaranteed up until April 5th. All bookings past this date will receive a Jersey size based on availability. Fit Guide You also have the option to customise your Jersey by adding your child's name or nickname. You have the option to add this at check out for an additional $5 + gst. This service is available with Early Bird purchases only, up til March 31, 2023. Early Drop Off Have to work or can't drop kids off at 3pm for their After School Program. Our coaches can meet your kid/s at RSS school at 2:30pm and head up to the program ready for 3pm. Early Drop off can be booked for all 6 sessions, no single days available. Details: 2:30pm pick up directly from RSS playground - Wednesdays May 10, 17, 24, June 31, 7, 14 Cost: $30 + gst (based on 4 kids signing up. If less sign up you will have the option to cancel with a refund or if you need the care, the price will increase to simply cover costs). BOOK NOW
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Pro-D 1 Day Intermediate Rippers Camp - Level 2-3 - ages 7-9Pro-D 1 Day Rossland Intermediate Rippers Camp May 19 Level 2-3, Ages 7 - 9yrs 9am - 3pm $109 + gst Riders will increase their skills by building on body positioning, braking, and trail awareness while continuing to build safe riding habits. Riders will work on stunts and jumps in a safe environment and skills on green trails, but more focus will be spent on blue trails. Does this level fit my rider? Riders can already comfortably ride on green while occasionally venturing onto blue single track. They have confidence to ride and carry momentum through bumpy, rooty sections of green trails while keeping feet on pedals in a level ready position. Riders should have good brake control. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. BOOK NOW
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Pro-D 2 Day Intermediate Rippers Camp - Level 2-3 - ages 7-9Pro-D 2 Day Rossland Intermediate Rippers Camp Aug 30-31 Level 2-3, Ages 7 - 9yrs 9am - 3pm $169 + gst Riders will increase their skills by building on body positioning, braking, and trail awareness while continuing to build safe riding habits. Riders will work on stunts and jumps in a safe environment and skills on green trails, but more focus will be spent on blue trails. Does this level fit my rider? Riders can already comfortably ride on green while occasionally venturing onto blue single track. They have confidence to ride and carry momentum through bumpy, rooty sections of green trails while keeping feet on pedals in a level ready position. Riders should have good brake control. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. BOOK NOW
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CANCELLED Be Bike Ready - IntermediateYouth Spring “Be Bike Ready” Course! April 18, 25, May 2 & May 9, 2023 Tuesdays 2:45pm - 4:45pm Ages 8-11 yrs Level 2-3 Location: Rossland $179 + gst, includes a take home 6pc Multi Tool Location: Rossland Arena Coach will meet kids at Rossland Summit School @ 2:30pm and ride over to ESS (Rossland French School) to pick up, then to Rossland Arena. Biking will be a combination of inside and outside. This is a great bike season starter for your child! If you’re planning to book in for an after school program or just looking to brush up your child's biking skills early, this camp will dust off the winter cobwebs and dial in your childs bike skills and build confidence ready for the season ahead. This after school camp is designed to teach the basics of bike maintenance and remind and refresh their biking skills ready for the spring biking season. Participants will learn how to maintain their bikes properly, including basic cleaning, lubrication, and tire maintenance. They will also receive a refresher on basic biking skills such as balance, braking and shifting gears. Kids will take home a 6pc Multi Tool, too! BOOK NOW
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Girls Shred - Level 4 - ages 10-124 weeks, every Monday June 5, 12, 19, 26 4pm - 6pm $242 + gst Location: Rossland This all girls fun freeride after school program is for riders who want to increase their confidence riding blues and some black trails with speed. Riders will work on the skills and confidence required to hit jumps, drops and ladder bridges. Does this level fit my rider? Riders are confident on all blue trails venturing onto blacks. Riders can ride some features on blue trails. They can ride at a moderate safe speed and carry momentum. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. KMB Jersey Each After School registration includes a KMB Jersey. Sizes are as follows and can be specified at check out and are guaranteed up until April 5th. All bookings past this date will receive a Jersey size based on availability. Fit Guide You also have the option to customise your Jersey by adding your child's name or nickname. You have the option to add this at check out for an additional $5 + gst. This service is available with Early Bird Purchases only, up til March 31, 2023. BOOK NOW
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Pro-D 1 Day Intermediate & Black Diamond Rippers Camp - Level 2-4 - ages 10-12yrsPro-D 1 Day Rossland Intermediate & Black Diamond Rippers Camp May 19 Level 2-4, riders will be split based on ability Ages 10 - 12yrs 9am - 3pm $109 + gst Intermediate Riders will increase their skills by building on body positioning, braking, and trail awareness while continuing to build safe riding habits. Riders will work on stunts and jumps in a safe environment and skills on green trails, but more focus will be spent on blue trails. Does Intermediate Rippers fit my rider? Riders can already comfortably ride on green while occasionally venturing onto blue single track. They have confidence to ride and carry momentum through bumpy, rooty sections of green trails while keeping feet on pedals in a level ready position. Riders should have good brake control. Black Diamond Riders will learn advanced riding techniques while continuing to build on safe riding habits. Riders will learn to ride mostly black features like steep roll downs, raised ladder bridges, and more technical trails. Riders will increase speed with good brake control through challenging terrain. Does this level fit my rider? Riders should be strong on all blue technical trails maintaining momentum while riding through rock and rooted sections. They can confidently ride high end blue and some black raised (ladder) bridges and small rock faces. They can ride at a moderate safe speed and carry momentum. They can perform a rear-wheel lift, bunny hops, a track stand, small jumps and drops with the correct technique. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. BOOK NOW
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Black Diamond Rippers - Level 4 - ages 10-124 weeks, every Wednesday June 7, 14, 21, 28 3pm - 5pm $242 + gst (includes a shuttle) Location: Rossland Riders will learn advanced riding techniques while continuing to build on safe riding habits. Riders will learn to ride mostly black features like steep roll downs, raised ladder bridges, and more technical trails. Riders will increase speed with good brake control through challenging terrain. Does this level fit my rider? Riders should be strong on all blue technical trails maintaining momentum while riding through rock and rooted sections. They can confidently ride high end blue and some black raised (ladder) bridges and small rock faces. They can ride at a moderate safe speed and carry momentum. They can perform a rear-wheel lift, bunny hops, a track stand, small jumps and drops with the correct technique. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. KMB Jersey Each After School registration includes a KMB Jersey. Sizes are as follows and can be specified at check out and are guaranteed up until April 5th. All bookings past this date will receive a Jersey size based on availability. Fit Guide You also have the option to customise your Jersey by adding your child's name or nickname. You have the option to add this at check out for an additional $5 + gst. This service is available with Early Bird Purchases only, up til March 31, 2023. BOOK NOW
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Advanced Freeride - Level 5 - ages 12-154 weeks, every Tuesday May 23, 30 June 6,13 4pm - 6pm $242 + gst (includes a shuttle) Location: Rossland Riders should be ready to go to the next level! Riders want to improve all areas of their biking, build their speed and be confident riding all single & some double blacks at speed and moving into being capable of any trail. Does this level fit my rider? Riders should be comfortable maintaining speed and momentum on all black trails both cross country and on DH trails.They're able to pick a line through difficult technical sections, ride steep rock faces, and raised skinnys. They have good technique and judgment of speed to take medium jumps. If you’re not sure on your child’s ability level, check out our levels HERE. KMB Jersey Each After School registration includes a KMB Jersey. Sizes are as follows and can be specified at check out and are guaranteed up until April 5th. All bookings past this date will receive a Jersey size based on availability. Fit Guide You also have the option to customise your Jersey by adding your child's name or nickname. You have the option to add this at check out for an additional $5 + gst. This service is available with Early Bird Purchases only, up til March 31, 2023. BOOK NOW