Childrens Mountain Biking, Meanwood Leeds (8-11 YO, beginners)

2-Hour Coached Mountain Biking Event for Novice 8-11 Year Olds

If your child loves mud, bikes, and fun, then this 2-hour coached mountain biking event is perfect for them! Taking place on the Meanwood Valley Trail, this event is designed to cover fundamental skills required to safely and confidently navigate challenging off-road terrain.

Coached Activities

This event covers a range of coached activities, from developing fundamental techniques to building confidence in young riders. With limited spaces for 8 participants, this event is suitable for 8-11 year olds with beginner to moderate experience (upto blue trails).

Fundamental Skills Covered

Here are some of the fundamental skills that your child will learn during this event:

The Ready Position

The ready position involves positioning oneself to deal with whatever’s ahead. This skill is essential for navigating challenging terrain, and helps to build rider confidence.

Cornering

Eliminate the feeling of being dragged towards the edge with this skill. Participants will learn how to safely and confidently navigate corners and turns on challenging terrain.

Braking

Knowing when and how to use your brakes is key to safely navigating challenging terrain. Participants will learn how to add control with their brakes, not take it away.

Flow

Flow is about dealing with common features that threaten your momentum. Participants will learn how to navigate these features confidently and smoothly.

Front Wheel Lifts

Getting your front wheel airborne can unlock many trails and also get you up a kerb! This skill helps to build rider confidence and enables them to navigate challenging terrain with ease.

Climbing

Arriving at the top with ease is an essential skill for young mountain bikers. Participants will learn how to safely and confidently climb challenging terrain.

What to Bring

Participants should dress for the conditions and be prepared to get muddy! They should also have a working decent quality mountain bike that they can ride for up to 2 hours off-road. Helmets are compulsory, and participants should carry snacks or cereal bars as well as a full water bottle. It’s also recommended that participants bring a spare inner tube if possible.

Get in Touch

If you’re unsure about anything, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Harry at 07769 318 569 via text.

This event is a great opportunity for young novice mountain bikers to develop their skills and confidence while having fun and enjoying the great outdoors. Book your child’s place today!