Summer Camp #4: August 5 - 7
Overview:
Fun, safe, progression on bikes while fostering friendships and growing our riding community of young riders.
Built from our successful Radical Rippers after-school program (Spring and Fall), our summer camps are progressive and confidence-inspiring so that every rider leaves camp each day eager to tackle the next challenge (on and off the bike). We also cater our Summer Camps to younger riders too! Unlike our after-school program that is for riders 10 and up, Summer Camp is open to riders ages 6-16.
What to expect from our camps:
Our camps are led by professional, certified instructors with a level of knowledge, skill, experience, and fun-loving that is unique to our program
Riders can anticipate fun guided rides and skills-coaching on the trails and features of Galbraith mountain plus some extra fun sessions using our custom progression props
Plenty of time on the bike
Fun off-the-bike games and activities so riders can learn and play in a variety of ways
Riders can expect to work on some bike handling skills like; basic body positions, braking, bailing, pumping, jumping, wheel lifts, cornering, slow-speed technical riding skills, climbing, descending, trail building and maintenance (at some camps), bicycle mechanics and care (at some camps), and so much more
We pride ourselves in prioritizing fun safe spaces for ALL riders and therefore do not turn anyone away who is interested in joining and contributing to these safe, inclusive spaces for all humans, regardless of gender. However, this program has historically been designed to serve riders who self-identify as FTWN-B (femme, trans, women/girls, and/or non-binary) so it tends to attract mostly girls/femme-identifying riders.
We will split up into smaller groups based on age, interest, and skill level so our time together is maximized
Requirements to Join
Riders must have a well-fitting, mountain bike appropriate for off-road use that is in good working order.
The bike must include hand brakes (front and rear) that the rider can safely use, a wide range of gears, a seat post that can move up for climbs and down for descents, and knobby off-road tires.
Please no kick-stands or bar-ends.
If you aren't sure about the condition your bike is in, be sure to take it to your local mechanic for advice and a tune-up.
Riders must have a proper fitting helmet in good condition that hasn’t been involved in any crashes (please message us if you need help getting a helmet, we have some spares)
Comfortable riding clothes and layers for mixed weather
An open mind and positive attitude for learning.
Riders should be prepared to receive constructive feedback on their technique and hold a desire to learn new things and have fun while demonstrating good sportsmanship and respect towards coaches and each other.
Cost:
Offering 1, 2, & 3 Full day options, or 3 Half day camp options per camp (half day camp runs from 9am - 12:30pm, full day is 9am - 4pm)
3 Full days: $345
2 Full days (1st & 2nd days only): $230
1 Full day (1st day only): $115
3 Half days (9am - 12:30pm): $115