Mountain Bike Camp
AGES 8-9

HALF DAY CUBS CAMP for AGES 8 -9

This half day camp is for 8-9 year olds who are ready to improve their mountain biking skills in a fun, relaxed, non-intimidating setting. Fundamental mountain bike skills will be emphasized throughout the week with progressive coaching techniques.  An introduction to basic bike mechanics along with other fun activities will make this 8:30-12:30 day session a great camp experience for your child.

Counselor to camper ratio is 1:6.

CAMP FEE

$185

CAMP DATES

June 27-July 1 FULL

July 18-22 FULL

August 15-19 FULL

CAMP TIME

8:30am – 12:30pm

Limit 18

CAMP DETAILS

We’ve included a sample of activities and skills to be covered during the camp week. Our coaches blend activities both on and off the bike to make the most out of each day. Our goal throughout the week is to enable each camper to improve their individual skills and to end the session with more confidence in their ability. We take pride in sharing our love for mountain biking and hope to steward a life long passion in our campers.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

  • Pre-Ride Bike Safety Checks
  • Pre-Ride Stretching & Warm Up
  • Mountain Bike Skills Coaching
  • Mountain Bike Games
  • Trail Rides
  • Pump Track Coaching Sessions
  • Skills Park Coaching Sessions
  • Activities & Games
  • Bike Maintenance

Mountain Biking Skills Covered:

Our Mountain Bike Camps focus on building correct fundamental bike handling skills to enable riders to progress safely and with confidence.

  • Bike/Body Separation
  • Braking
  • Cornering
  • Shifting
  • Climbing & Descending
  • Negotiating Common Trail Features

Bike Maintenance:

Age-appropriate introductions to bicycle mechanics will be covered during the week.

  • Safety Check
  • Cleaning
  • Tools for personal kit
  • Flat Tires
  • Chains
  • Understanding your brakes
  • Understanding your derailleur
  • Seasonal Tune-Ups!

Mountain Bike Skills Games:

Learning is the best when you are playing.  Each of these games holds a variety of mountain bike skills at its core, and they are brimming with fun!

  • Dab
  • Obstacle Course
  • Slow Race
  • Mountain Bike Limbo
  • Musical Bikes
  • Water cup relay
  • Musical Bikes