Who is this course for?
- Do you have confidence on easier trails but would like the skills to get out on more technical and difficult sections?
- Do you find that you don't get the opportunity to try different ways of tackling those technical sections with other riders?
- Do you want to improve your mountain biking technique and improve confidence?
The course
AMBC has developed a customised women's course aimed at developing your skills in a comfortable training environment.
This course is designed specifically to give women a great opportunity to learn the techniques and skills needed for mountain biking over more
technical and difficult terrain.
Developed by mountain bike professionals, this 6 hour course is specifically designed for the female rider who wants to start riding more
technical trails. This course will focus on the needs of the participants and will ensure that you gain a better understanding of mountain biking.
You will leave with a range of knowledge and skills to increase your confidence on the trail.
This course is led by fully trained, accredited, professional, friendly and female staff who will ensure you enjoy the experience of learning
how to ride a mountain bike properly
What you will learn
- Setting up your bike for technical riding
- Addressing the basics-are you riding correctly?
- Tackling different terrain (sand, roots, rocks, dirt)
- Cornering safely and at speed
- Balance & track stands
- Correct pedalling technique
- Tackling obstacles
- Negotiating small to medium drops & holes
- Technical & steep climbs
- Intermediate descending-open & single track
- Braking techniques
- General trail riding-medium level
More Details
How Long ~ The course is run in a 6 hour session
Cost ~ $160
Restrictions
Children under 16 - please contact us to discuss.
Our trainers are there to make sure you ride within your ability and support you with the techniques to reduce risk and potential injury.
If you have particular goals or concerns prior to the course then our trainers are happy to discuss and modify activities to suit.
* AMBC recommends that your bike be fully serviced by a qualified bike mechanic before you attend the course.
