Youth MTB Mini Clinics (Age 8-14)
SMBA instructors have designed a special 2 hour mountain bike adventure specifically for the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival. The mini clinics will start and end at the Sedona Bike Park which offer diverse and exciting terrain for all types of riders. The Solider’s Pass trail system is easily accessible for on trail skill development. Participants will learn how to safely navigate through their mini clinic adventure while exploring several of the local area hidden gems. All of SMBA’s curriculum will be facilitated by a 5 star staff of certified coaches with a passion for youth cycling. The Sedona Mountain Bike Academy is the highest rated MTB coaching experience in the southwest.
This year, Pit Viper has sponsored our event and will support our youth riders with both coaching and a special gift! Professional riders from Pit Viper will be on staff to help run our clinic!
This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to enjoy the festival or ride while their young shredders are picking up some new skills. Space is limited to ensure the best coach:student ratio. Sign up details and schedule below.
Sessions Include:
Ability appropriate trails & bike park adventures
2 hours of certified coaching
New friends and new skills
SMBA SHRED swag bag & special gift from Pit Viper
2 professional riders from Pit Viper join the team to make this an event you do not want to miss!
Schedule
Sunday March 5th:
10:00am - 12:00pm Intermediate Ride Ages 8-12
10:00am - 12:00pm Advanced-Beginner Ride Ages 8-12
Ability Levels
Advanced-Beginner: This clinic is ALL about fun. Our mini shredders should be comfortable pedaling a bike on both pavement and dirt, using both breaks effectively, and shifting. This group will need a base level of fitness and will be asked to pedal up hills and roll down off road terrain. Safety is always first but advanced beginners will be challenged. This group will learn a toolkit of skills to help them navigate confidently off road as well as trail etiquette, environmental stewardship and much more.
Intermediate: Does your youngster love single track? Riders in this clinic should have some time in the saddle and be able to handle several of Sedona’s blue/intermediate rated trails. A base level of fitness is required as participants will be riding an intermediate loop with challenging climbs and rough terrain. Some features they may encounter are rock rolls, step downs, small step ups, variable terrain, and punchy climbs. Advanced riders have a home here as the will be learning from our professional team!
Sign up Details
Early registration is NOW OPEN for SMBA’s 2024 Mini Clinics
Cost: $45 per participant ($55 week of Festival)
How to sign up: Please use our online form below to register. You can also call our toll free number below to speak with one of our clinic directors. Space is limited and reservations are first come first serve.
Post Sign up: Once registered, our staff will follow up with further instructions detailing what to bring, meeting location, waivers and all clinic details.