Afterschool Youth Program

Youth Program Update - March 23, 2025:

Our regular Youth Program is currently on pause, but we’re focusing on redesigning it to create new opportunities for youth to get involved in our other programs.

In the meantime, Girls on Wheels and the Introduction to Mountain Biking in Collaboration with Lil'wat Nation Recreation are still running, providing great opportunities for young riders to get out on the trails.

Thanks for your patience—we’re excited to keep building ways for youth to ride with us!

These programs are supported by volunteers—become a volunteer or join the Youth Committee to help us create more opportunities for young riders!

Our Program Culture

  • Coaches foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive group culture, promoting a sense of belonging.

  • With a 6:1 coach/participant ratio, groups are intentionally kept small for personalized attention.

  • Participants are grouped by age and ability (e.g., 8-10 & 10-13).

What Participants Will Learn

  • SKILL DEVELOPMENT

    SKILL DEVELOPMENT

    PMBIA certified coaches focus on age-appropriate and skill-level-specific mountain bike skill development.

  • TRAIL SAFETY

    Learn how to plan a safe ride, navigate trails, and understand responsible riding etiquette.

  • BIKE MAINTENANCE

    Get tips on keeping your bike in good working order and what supplies are good to carry for trail side mechanicals like a flat tire.

  • TRAIL STEWARDSHIP

    Understand the importance of caring for our local trails and the trail stewardship actions that go into a great biking experience.

  • WEATHER & TRAIL CONDITIONS

    Learn to adapt to changing weather and trail conditions for a seamless riding experience.

  • EMOTIONAL SKILLS

    Develop the ability to set goals, assess risks, and manage emotions both individually and as a group.

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