Foundation riding skills
.For those new to the world of mountain biking. Each course is tailored to the individual to improve skill and confidence riding off road.
What you will learn.
The course will cover the following, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
- Mountain bike preparation (safety checks)
- Equipment choice
- Bike set up.
- Riding position.
- Correct use of gears.
- Stopping and Braking (efficiently and safely)
- Climbing techniques
- Descending techniques
- Balance.
We will also show the beginnings of cornering
No off-road riding experience is necessary. Throughout this course, you will benefit from first-class instruction by a CTC qualified mountain bike instructor, developing your skills alongside people at a similar level with great off-road riding at an excellent venue.
We know that everybody is different and each persons skill level differs so we are as flexible as possible with course content and there will be lots of time for explanations, demonstrations and of course lots and lots of practice.
2011 Dates
Febuary
March