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On Saturday 7th of September we're running some coaching sessions for Adults at Sherwood Pines, read on for more details..
Enhance Your Mountain Biking Skills with Our Adult Trail Skills Coaching at Sherwood Pines
Are you looking to elevate your mountain biking abilities? Our Adult Trail Skills mountain bike coaching sessions at Sherwood Pines are perfect for beginner to intermediate riders aged 18 and above. These sessions are designed to build your confidence and skills on the trail, using the range of blue and red graded trails at Sherwood Pines.
Session Overview
Our coaching sessions are structured to focus on the core principles of mountain biking trail riding. Over the course of 1.5 hours, you'll work on essential techniques and strategies with the aim of transforming your riding experience. With a small group setting of just 12 participants (& 2 coaches), you'll receive personalized guidance to ensure you get the most out of your time.
Price: £20 Duration: 1.5 hours Required experience: Beginner - Intermediate Capacity: 12 participants Age range: 18+
What You Will Learn
During the session, our expert coaches will cover:
- Bike Positioning: Learn how to position yourself on the bike to maximize control and stability on various trail features.
- Slow Bike Control & Balance: Master slow speed maneuvers and balance techniques essential for technical trail sections.
- Handling Loose and Rough Surfaces: Gain confidence in navigating through challenging terrains like loose gravel and rocky paths.
- Dealing with Drops & Rock Rolls: Build your skills to confidently tackle small drops and rock rolls.
- Line Choice Through Turns & Berms: Understand how to choose the best lines through flat turns and berms for a smoother, more controlled ride.
What Bike Do You Need?
To fully benefit from the session, you'll need a good quality mountain bike suitable for rough terrain. Your bike should be able to handle the demands of the Sherwood Pines Red route trail.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, our Adult Trail Skills coaching sessions offer the perfect opportunity to develop your mountain biking prowess. Join us at Sherwood Pines and take your riding to the next level!
Time Slots available
On Saturday the 7th, we're running 2 sessions on our Adult Trail Skills Course. 12:30 - 14:00 (for ladies only) & 14:00 - 15:30 (open to anyone). Both sessions will run out on the blue & red graded trails, will have 2 instructors with the group & cost £20pp.
Sessions can be booked below...
Saturday 7th September 12:30 - 14:00
Saturday 7th September 14:00 - 15:30
Trail Bloom Free Coaching sessions.
As part of Trail blooms ladies day at Sherwood Pines, we'll be delivering some free coaching sessions in the morning, with one session 10:00 - 11:00 & a second 11:00 - 12:00. In the afternoon we'll be running the above coaching.
You can sign up to the free coaching sessions over on Trail bloom's website here.
