Women’s Skills Clinic Series – August at Valmont Bike Park – Boulder, CO

WHO THIS CLINIC IS FOR

This clinic is for novice female riders who don’t have much experience with mountain biking but are ready to dive in!

DESCRIPTION

In this three-week novice-level clinic, you’ll be paired with a coach to cover MTB Foundation Skills and climbing, descending and cornering techniques. This is an introductory class at the novice level.

Tuesday Series Dates, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

• 8/4
• 8/11
• 8/18
• Raindate: 8/25

You’ll learn how to:

• Ride with balance and body-bike separation
• Brake properly
• Climb and descend on trails
• Shift to the correct gear
• Steer and corner
• Approach obstacles including perform basic front wheel lifts
• Roll down drops

Maximum 8 students. No matter how you ride your bike, you’re about to ride it better!

Clinics meet on the east side of Valmont Bike Park near the pavilion next to the dog park

Start Time: 5:30 pm (please be there at 5:15 pm to allow ample prep time)

COST

We love to ride and we know that you do too so we try to keep our expenses low and then pass that savings onto our members. Our goal is to make our clinics accessible to everyone and to grow Boulder’s awesome cycling community. Not a member? Sign up at $39/year and save!

BMA Members: $180

Non Members: $220

IMPORTANT INFO

All participants MUST:

• Wear a properly fitted helmet at all times while riding
• Wear closed-toe shoes
• Bring water and weather-appropriate clothing (layers are a great idea)
• Ride a trail-ready bike that is in good working order and fits you

Gloves and additional padding are encouraged.

Minimum age to participate is 14 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who remains present and responsible for the minor at all times. Drop-offs are not permitted.

If a rider sustains a head impact or is suspected of a concussion, they will be removed from riding for the remainder of the clinic.

For permitting, planning, and payment purposes, you must sign up if you plan to join us.

BMA has a 24-hour cancellation policy. No refunds or credits will be given with less than 24 hours notice.

Send us an email if you have any questions – bma@bouldermountainbike.org

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Minimum age to participate is 14 years old.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

bma@bouldermountainbike.org

Is my registration fee or ticket transferable?

Yes. Please email bma@bouldermountainbike.org with any changes. Each participant must sign a waiver, so if the clinic is transferred, a paper waiver must be signed on site.