Tour Code: MBC4 - Course Dossier -
One Day Intermediate Mountain Biking Course

AIM: To develop the skills of the intermediate mountain biker so that you are able to confidently ride the challenging trails developed by trail builders. Helping you make the jump from Red to Black.

Venue: Glentress Forest, Peebles (Scottish Borders)
Duration: One Day 10:00 to 16:00.
Meeting Point: The Hub Carpark, Glentress Forest, Peebles at 10:00 on first day.
Grade: Intermediate – previous off-road experience required.
Fitness: Good MTB fitness will help you get the most from the day.
Group size: Maximum of six

Equipment required:
• Mountain bike (a good quality, well maintained mountain bike with front or full suspension)
• Helmet
• Cycling clothes
• Waterproof jacket
• Warm clothes
• Comfortable clothes for evening.
• We will supply you with a full equipment list on booking.
• Note: Mountain Bike Hire (including helmet) is available at £18 for the day.

Accommodation: Not included – Available in Peebles.
Availability: Selected dates throughout the year.(click here)
Highlights: Riding the best trails in Britain, gaining confidence, learning new skills, expert instructors, friendly atmosphere, great fun, small groups, seeing the improvement at the end of the day.

Cost: £65 per person
Included: One day intermediate Mountain Biking Course
Excluded: Travel insurance, travel to/from the venue, snacks, drinks, equipment, lunches, evening meal.

Course Outline:
The course is hands on and we use a combination of short theory sessions, practical exercises, and riding of selected sections of trail to reinforce everything we teach. In our experience this is a lot of fun and delivers great results.

What follows is a brief outline of what to expect over the one day course. Some areas may be covered formally while others might be done informally over a coffee or snack. Every group is different and we will tailor the program slightly to meet individual needs. What is guaranteed is that the day will be crammed full of useful hints, tips and good laughs.

Program
• 9:45 – Arrive to get kit sorted out.
• 10:00 - Introduction and safety brief
• Bike set up and riding position
• Getting the basics right – a series of exercises to get the brain and body in gear.
• Balance, braking, climbing, descending, cornering.
• Lunch on the trail. (Please bring a packed lunch)
• Obstacles – roots, rocks, drop-offs, berms, downhill jumping.
• Descending and cornering – building speed, fluidity and confidence on tough trails.
• Skills in action – finish afternoon session by riding selected sections Red/Black route.
• 16:00 – Debrief, finish for the day and pack up.
Note:
• Similar topics are covered on our two day course but we have far more time to spend on each individual skill and exercise, which results in comparatively greater skills gains.

Other topics that will be touched on during the day include basic map reading and navigation, safety equipment, gear advice, resources, progression (where to next?).

Groups: This course is also available to groups of 3 or more on any date during the year, subject to availability.
Age: The minimum age for this course is 16 and any participants under-18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is also participating.

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