Mountain Bike Coaching: Bikes After School Term 1 2026

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Bike's After school at Blackhill MTB park Ballarat!

Alternating Tuesdays from April 21 to June 23:

 Beginner dates

• Tue April 21
• Tue May 5
• Tue May 19
• Tue June 2
• Tue June 16
  
   Intermediate dates
• Tue April 28
• Tue May 12
• Tue May 26
• Tue June 9
• Tue June 23

Cost: $30 per session

2 riders $50

3 riders $70

Beginner Group (Ages 6–11)

Best for: Kids who already ride bikes regularly and may have tried mountain biking, but are still building skills and confidence on proper trails.

What they’ll learn:

Better braking control (not just “full brakes!”)

Where to look and how to steer smoothly

Cornering basics

Bike control and attack position

When to change gears and why it matters

Trail safety and etiquette

Outcome for parents:

Your child rides with noticeably more control and confidence, making family rides and school holiday trail sessions much more enjoyable.

Intermediate Group (Ages 12–16)

Best for: Riders with trail experience who want to improve their riding speed, technical skills, and overall confidence. Perfect for kids who love riding and want to level up.

What they’ll learn:

Bike setup basics (suspension, tire pressure, cockpit setup)

Advanced cornering and line choice

Technical climbing and descending

Efficient pedaling and body position at speed

Managing trail features and obstacles

Outcome for parents:

Your child becomes smoother, faster, and more capable on the bike, with a better understanding of how to set their bike up and how to ride more safely at higher speeds.

Bike hire available

24 inch dual suspension

26 inch dual suspension

27 inch small dual suspension

29 inch medium dual suspension