Young riders love exploring the local trails, progressing their skills and eating lots of snacks. Our multi-week sessions are designed to teach proper trail etiquette, solid skills, teamwork and personal growth.
Fun group rides for rapid progression
Consistent coaches & peer groups to emphasize personal progression and teamwork
Small groups for effective learning & skill development
Skills-based rides for those who are stoked to ride & learn
Riders are expected to be mature enough to mange themselves with personal space, behavior in the woods, on the trail, and in the vehicle if transporting.
Mandatory for Participation:
Riders must be able to use their pedals and handbrakes.
Riders must enjoy the challenge of riding off road on green trails
For ages 5 – 7 at start date of the program; or by coach’s invite
Positive attitude, willingness to learn from the coaches and get along with peers
Ability to start and stop on dirt / gravel / trails without assistance
Equipment:
Mountain bike: no coaster brakes, 2 brakes, tires 1.9″ minimum — see below for wheelsize requirements
Gears are optional for 16 – 18″ wheels but mandatory for 20″+
No BMX, hybrid, or cruiser bikes. No tires narrower than 1.5″. Ask about a rental bike if needed.
Properly fitting helmet & appropriate layered clothing for weather and riding location, closed-toe shoes.
Water in a bottle on the bike or in a small pack
Multiple snacks – we take frequent breaks so 2 – 4 snack portions keep them riding strong
Recommended: light lens glasses for dust / wind; full finger riding gloves
Tips for Cog Kids:
Items are best carried: 1) in a bike saddle / frame bag 2) waist pack 3) small backpack. No huge 100oz hydration packs 🙂
Wider tires (2.3″+) are easier for younger riders learning how to ride on trails.
Get the lightest bike you can afford. Opt for the larger wheelsize as long as the rider can control the bike.
Weather Disclaimer: We ride in all weather except severe storms. If there is any concern about the conditions we will contact you at the email or phone number listed, otherwise plan on riding and come prepared for the conditions.
John loves working with beginners and youth riders to teach skills, explore the trails and improve their flow on the trail.
Kirin Stryker
Kirin has been an educator for many years and enjoys riding with the younger riders to explore the trails, eat snacks and learn about their natural environment.
2025 Outline
3-week Sessions: after school on Tuesdays & Thursdays spring and fall; and Thursday mornings in the summer.
2-day Camps during the summer with longer ride time for experienced riders on bigger wheels who are ready to ride more but aren’t old enough for Elementary Club.
2 hour practices
All riders will receive a t-shirt for the season.
Tuition
Spring Sessions
Wheelsize: 16″ – 24″
#1 Tuesdays 3-weeks: April 29 – May 13
#1 Thursdays 3-weeks: May 1 – May 15
#2 Tuesdays 3-weeks: May 20 – June 3
#2 Thursdays 3-weeks: May 22 – June 5
3:15 – 5:15 pm each day
Limited to 1 day per week due to high demand
$125 per 3-week session
Use discount code “multichild” for siblings
Summer Cog Kids 2-Day Camps
Wheelsize: 20″+, with gears and two hand-brakes to participate, as we are riding more miles on singletrack and wheels under 20″ or singlespeeds will not work well for this group.
#1 June 23 & 24 – FULL with waitlist as of 3/5/25
#2 August 4 & 5 – FULL with waitlist as of 3/5/25
8:15 – Noon each day
Two 4-hr sessions on singletrack for more experienced Cog Kids riders with bigger wheels who are ready to ride more miles!
While we manage their energy over the 2 days to make sure they’re eating snacks, taking breaks, staying cool and having fun, riders must be emotionally and physically ready to be with the coaches for the longer duration.
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