Mountain Bike Courses
Mountain Bike Training Fees 2018
~ Beginner Course - 4 week, Cost: $160.00*
~ Novice or Intermediate Course - 4 week, Cost: $160.00*
~ Wednesday Men's & Women's mixed - 5 week, Cost $175.00*
~ MTB Continuation (High Intermediate) - 6 weeks - Cost: $240*
INSURANCE and HEALTH
ALL participants must provide a copy of thier current financial cycling membership for dirt riding prior to attending training courses.
Options include: MTBA membership or Pedal Power Membership
All participants must fill in a Pre-Exercise Screening Form.
EQUIPMENT
All participants must have a real mountain bike with minimum front suspension that has had a recent tune-up (no hybrids please). We suggest either a hardtail or dual-suspension mountain bike. An Australian Safety Standard approved cycling helmet and a sense of adventure and humour.
TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTORS
ALL participants must provide a copy of thier current financial cycling membership for dirt riding prior to attending training courses.
Options include: MTBA membership or Pedal Power Membership
All participants must fill in a Pre-Exercise Screening Form.
EQUIPMENT
All participants must have a real mountain bike with minimum front suspension that has had a recent tune-up (no hybrids please). We suggest either a hardtail or dual-suspension mountain bike. An Australian Safety Standard approved cycling helmet and a sense of adventure and humour.
TRAINING COURSE DESCRIPTORS
- Beginner - never been on the dirt, or tried and very nervous or fitness is an issue
- Novice - Those who have ridden dirt a few times and need help with basic skills, working small obstacles and increasing confidence, knowledge & safety.
- Intermediate - can with standing up on pedals, moving body around frame, riding some smaller obstacles, can 'pop' front wheel.
- High Intermediate - is confident to 'have a go attitude', medium fitness for climbing, can bunny hop front & back wheel.
Women Beginner Course (4 wks)
Dates: Sunday November 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
For the women & girls who are new to riding dirt trails. This introduction course will explain the how's and why's and make sure your equipment is safe. Helping get your balance and showing you the basic skills to develop your confidence.
This course helps build confidence, skills, knowledge and safety.
Max: 6 riders per coach
Time: 2:00 - 3:30pm
Location: Canberra MTB trails
(Final details emailed prior to 1st session)
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
Dates: Sunday November 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
For the women & girls who are new to riding dirt trails. This introduction course will explain the how's and why's and make sure your equipment is safe. Helping get your balance and showing you the basic skills to develop your confidence.
This course helps build confidence, skills, knowledge and safety.
Max: 6 riders per coach
Time: 2:00 - 3:30pm
Location: Canberra MTB trails
(Final details emailed prior to 1st session)
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
FULL - MTB Continuation Course (High Intermediate)
Dates: Sunday's Nov 11, 18, 25, Dec 2, 16, 23
For ladies who have attended the Novice or Intermediate *courses and would like to further their MTB training. Over 6 weeks the focus is on increasing skills and confidence over technical trails & new tracks. These may include: rock roll overs, step ups, drop offs, small jumps, descending & climbing, increasing skills and confidence as a rider.
As you progress this will assist overall fitness and encourage your adventurous spirit.
Bring your best side for as all participants will be filmed during the 6wks
Designed for ladies who want further challenges and posses a "have a go attitude". Check with Raynie if unsure. if you are eligible.
(If you feel you are still anxious or lacking confidence on the basics skills we recommend you attend our Novice or Intermediate classes)
Class Details:
Pricing: $240.00
Max: 5 rider per coach
Time: 4:00 - 5:30pm
Locations: Canberra MTB Trails
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
Dates: Sunday's Nov 11, 18, 25, Dec 2, 16, 23
For ladies who have attended the Novice or Intermediate *courses and would like to further their MTB training. Over 6 weeks the focus is on increasing skills and confidence over technical trails & new tracks. These may include: rock roll overs, step ups, drop offs, small jumps, descending & climbing, increasing skills and confidence as a rider.
As you progress this will assist overall fitness and encourage your adventurous spirit.
Bring your best side for as all participants will be filmed during the 6wks
Designed for ladies who want further challenges and posses a "have a go attitude". Check with Raynie if unsure. if you are eligible.
(If you feel you are still anxious or lacking confidence on the basics skills we recommend you attend our Novice or Intermediate classes)
Class Details:
Pricing: $240.00
Max: 5 rider per coach
Time: 4:00 - 5:30pm
Locations: Canberra MTB Trails
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
SUNDAY'S: Women's Intermediate Course (4wks)
Start - November Sunday 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
Start - Sunday 11 Nov
Maximum: 6 riders per coach
Time: 2:00 - 3:30pm
Locations: Canberra MTB trails
For women who have been riding mountain bike for a while and would like to increase their skill, speed and confidence. Has basic fitness, adventurous and a sense of humor. Come along and build your skills to become safe and confident mountain biker.
Start - November Sunday 11, 18, 25, Dec 2
Start - Sunday 11 Nov
Maximum: 6 riders per coach
Time: 2:00 - 3:30pm
Locations: Canberra MTB trails
For women who have been riding mountain bike for a while and would like to increase their skill, speed and confidence. Has basic fitness, adventurous and a sense of humor. Come along and build your skills to become safe and confident mountain biker.
COMING SOON: SUNDAY'S: Men & Women's Novice Course (4wks)
Start: TBC
Maximum: 6 riders per coach
Time: TBC
Locations: Canberra MTB trails
For men and women who have been riding mountain bike for a while and would like to increase their skill, speed and confidence. Has basic fitness, adventurous and a sense of humor. Come along and build your skills to become safe and confident mountain biker.
Start: TBC
Maximum: 6 riders per coach
Time: TBC
Locations: Canberra MTB trails
For men and women who have been riding mountain bike for a while and would like to increase their skill, speed and confidence. Has basic fitness, adventurous and a sense of humor. Come along and build your skills to become safe and confident mountain biker.
WEDNESDAY'S: Men & Women mixed MTB Courses (5wks) - $175.00*
For the women & men who have tried riding dirt trails and would like to develop their skill and technique. Perfect if fitness is an issue or you are lacking confidence to have a go.
Come and learn the basics to be safe and confident while building your skills and knowledge
Dates: Wednesdays (5 week sessions)
Start - 21 Nov
Time: 9:30 - 11:00am
Location: Various MTB trails
Max: 6 riders or 1:6 coaching ratio
Class Details:
NEW OUTLINE: For men and women wanting weekly MTB skills sessions. Designed for the Novice or Low Intermediate rider.
Offered in 5 week blocks.
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
Women's Novice Course (4 wks)
Dates: Saturday - June 23, 30, July 7, 14
For the women & girls who have tried riding dirt trails and would like to develop their skill and technique. Perfect if fitness is an issue or you are lacking MTB confidence.
Come and learn the basics to be safe and confident while building your skills and knowledge riding on the dirt.
Class Details:
Cost: $160.00
Max: 6 riders per coach
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
Location: Canberra MTB trails
(Final details emailed prior to 1st session)
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
Dates: Saturday - June 23, 30, July 7, 14
For the women & girls who have tried riding dirt trails and would like to develop their skill and technique. Perfect if fitness is an issue or you are lacking MTB confidence.
Come and learn the basics to be safe and confident while building your skills and knowledge riding on the dirt.
Class Details:
Cost: $160.00
Max: 6 riders per coach
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
Location: Canberra MTB trails
(Final details emailed prior to 1st session)
ALL participants must be a current financial member of MTBA or Pedal Power and provide thier membership number prior to the course.
Our Coaches
All our cycling instructors have the following:
All our cycling instructors have the following:
- Mountain Bike Australia coaching accredited
- Sports Medicine First Aiders
- Working with Vulnerable People checks.
Refund Policy - 1/01/2018
Cycle Education applies the following policy in assessing eligibility for refunds;
If Cycle Education cancels a course in which you have enrolled and fees have been paid, a full refund of fees will be approved. We will re-credit the credit card used on enrollment, or direct deposit into your bank account. Please allow up to three weeks for the refund to be processed. Alternatively the payment can be transferred in full or part to another course. No refund will be granted after you have enrolled and paid, unless the course is cancelled by Cycle Education.
Non-attendance or inability to attend your enrolled course does not warrant a refund. However, you may substitute another person to take your place.
Consideration will be given to variations to this refund policy in exceptional circumstances. If you consider you have a basis for such a claim, please email: info@cycleducation.com.au
Cancellation and Administration
Once enrolled, if your cancellation is approved due to exceptional circumstances, a cancellation administration fee will apply.
Cycle Education applies the following policy in assessing eligibility for refunds;
If Cycle Education cancels a course in which you have enrolled and fees have been paid, a full refund of fees will be approved. We will re-credit the credit card used on enrollment, or direct deposit into your bank account. Please allow up to three weeks for the refund to be processed. Alternatively the payment can be transferred in full or part to another course. No refund will be granted after you have enrolled and paid, unless the course is cancelled by Cycle Education.
Non-attendance or inability to attend your enrolled course does not warrant a refund. However, you may substitute another person to take your place.
Consideration will be given to variations to this refund policy in exceptional circumstances. If you consider you have a basis for such a claim, please email: info@cycleducation.com.au
Cancellation and Administration
Once enrolled, if your cancellation is approved due to exceptional circumstances, a cancellation administration fee will apply.
Our Philosophy
Cycle Education takes great pride in their safety record either on the road, dirt or commuting on pathways. Our instructors are Cycling Australia accredited coaches, guaranteeing quality and safety for yourself and those around you. All have First Aid training via Sports Medicine Australia.
Each of our instructors come with a variety of cycling skills, experience and many hours of bums on saddles. Most importantly we do what we do because we like to help you achieve your goals.
Each of our instructors come with a variety of cycling skills, experience and many hours of bums on saddles. Most importantly we do what we do because we like to help you achieve your goals.
