Youth Programs

Discover the thrill of mountain biking in Pemberton this Spring with PORCA's youth program designed for kids aged 8 to 13! Our program is not just about biking; it's about building skills, fostering a love for adventure, recreating responsibly and creating a sense of community.

New for 2024: We are excited to offer 7 sessions this year, instead of 6, and Sundays have an extra half hour in the morning to give coaches a bit more time to explore some new trails with their groups. Please note - we will not be doing a Fall program this year.

Skill Level: Please check out our bike skill ability levels chart HERE. 

OUR PROGRAMS

Sundays Program

Sundays 9:30am - 1pm

Dates: April 28, May 5, 12, 26, June 2, 9, 16

Age Groups: Tailored for ages 8-13.

Skill Levels: Intermediate/Advanced

Location: Expect weekly adventures exploring blue and black level trails throughout the Pemberton trail network. The 3.5 hour long program allows participants to try out trails that are a bit farther to get to. Pick-up and drop-off locations will change weekly to keep things exciting!

Price: $450

Monday Program

Mondays 3pm - 5:30pm

Dates: April 29, May 6, 13, 27, June 3, 10, 17

Age Groups: Tailored for ages 8-13.

Skill Levels: Beginner/Intermediate

Location: Participants can expect a weekly skill development focus, and adventures exploring the One Mile Lake and lower Fat Tug area green and blue trails. Participants will meet after school at Signal Hill Elementary and parents will pick up there too. 

Price: $375

Registration opens Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 at 7:00pm.

If the program is sold out - please add your child's name to the WAITLIST. We will do our best to accommodate as many children as possible and will contact those on the waitlist if there is a suitable skill-level spot in the program.

Cancellation Policy: A full refund is available up to 21 days before the start of the program, minus a $25 administrative fee. PORCA memberships are non-refundable. If less than 20 days until the program starts, if we can find fill the spot off our waitlist, a full refund will be offered, minus the $25 administrative fee. PORCA memberships are non-refundable.

Contact Us:

Have specific questions about the program? Email us at programs@porcabikes.com

Bursary Program

We are very excited to announce that the Pemberton Royal Canadian Legion 201 have contributed funds to support a bursary program for our Youth Programs for a student in financial need.  

If you would like to be considered, please fill out the form by 24th April. We will confirm the successful bursary applicants by 26th April via email. 

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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