Skills + Ride Sessions are designed to help participants practice the fundamental skills required to participate in the adventure sport of mountain biking both efficiently and safely. Our certified Instructors motivate our students in a safe environment, help them to build trust, provide encouragement, and improve their mountain biking skills.
Curriculum
GCO2 - Students will acquire the competencies needed for safe participation in a variety of outdoor experiences. SCO 2.2 - Students will apply the necessary skills required for safe and comfortable participation in a variety of physical activities.
SESSION 1 - September 23rd
2 hours
Safe Riding Practices
Our certified Instructors will help the students identify the proper gear, understand how to navigate a new trail network, identify trail grades, complete a bike check prior to each ride, know how to ride within their own limits, and understand good trail etiquette.
Operation of Controls
How to control your speed and brake without skidding & change gears and achieve proper cadence.
SESSION 2 - September 30th
2 hours
Body Positioning
How to maintain an equilibrium between stability & balance when you are climbing, on flat terrain, and when descending.
SESSION 3 - October 7th
2 hours
Terrain Awareness
How to achieve flow and efficiency through awareness of upcoming terrain and the line choices available.
SESSION 4 - October 14th
2 hours
Direction and Pressure Control
How to peak and push over small features & corner properly.
SESSION 5 - October 18th
4 hours
Field Trip to Minto Trails
Please note, it is the sole responsibility of Rothesay Netherwood School to transport the students to and from any meeting locations.
Certified Mountain Bike Instructors:
Globally, there are two associations that are recognized as the standard for certification of Mountain Bike Instructors; Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association, and Bike Instructor Certification Program. Specific for youth, the Sprockids Program is recognized as the standard for certification of Youth Leaders.
Sam, Owner | Certified Mountain Bike Instructor/Guide
Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association - Level 1 Certification
Sprockids - Mountain Biking Youth Instructional Leader Certification
Mountain Bike Atlantic - Project Manager
Bachelor of Science, High Honours: Geography with Concentration in Physical Geography and Minor in Geomatics
Emily, Certified Mountain Bike Instructor/Guide
Bike Instructor Certification Program - Level I Certification
Biology, Environmental Science and Outdoor Education Teacher at Harbour View High School (ASD-S)
Bachelor of Science of Kinesiology, Bachelor of Education and Masters of Environmental Management
Trail Builder Lead - Saint John Cycling Club