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Fundamentals Mountain Biking
NEW PROGRAM: Mastering MTB Skills Academy's very own Mountain Bike Skills Coach Wes Jacobsz who is an internationally recognized mountain bike skills certified instructor brings this new and exciting program to Granby!  This program is the foundation to a great mountain biking journey. This skills clinic is for all levels of riders who wish to learn or refresh the CORE FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS of Mountain Biking. It doesn't matter how long you've been riding or what your previous experience is....newcomer or more advanced. You will master the understanding and use of the fundamental movements on your MTB, giving you a solid foundation, building your confidence and making you comfortable on your bike. This clinic covers critical foundations skills for riders of all levels and experience such as a new understanding of body positioning, how to use your brakes for better control, how to achieve maximum traction, staying smooth over roots and rocks and the foundation to progress to more advanced skills. What to expect: We'll begin by dialing in your bike set up and body position and then work on skills throughout the session. We focus on a ground session with obstacles after which, if time allows, we will hit the trails to apply the skills learned. Opportunities to practice, learn and have fun will always be incorporated by Coach Wes. Examples of what will be covered: Understanding speed, traction and centre of balance; balance & body position for downhills, rocks, toots, rollers, A-frames and small drops; effective braking control and emergency stops; wheel lifts, cornering control, introduction to jumping and drops and mindset (controlling your fears and staying relaxed). WHAT TO BRING: bike in good working condition (please ensure bikes are serviced & functional), helmet (no helmet, no ride), flat pedals and shoes (clips are also ok if rider is comfortable using them), water, snacks, sunscreen and bug spray. An most importantly, a whole lotta STOKE! All participants must complete a mandatory waiver of liability. All coaches are Certified, Insured and have First Aid Training. Please check out the Mastering MTB Skills Academy website: https://masteringmtbskills.com.

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Mountain Biking: Fall FUNdamentals of Mountain Biking (Grades 3-5) 
N/A 3 - 5 M  09/23/2024 - 11/11/2024
03:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Salmon Brook Park 		$115.00 Res, $115.00 Non-Res
 
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Mountain Biking: Fall FUNdamentals of Mountain Biking (ages 13-18) 
13y - 18y N/A Tu  09/24/2024 - 11/12/2024
03:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Salmon Brook Park 		$140.00 Res, $140.00 Non-Res
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