Updated 1/30/26
Elementary Club is for beginner and intermediate riders ages 8+ in grades 2 – 5. Our welcoming & experienced coaches truly enjoy teaching young riders the fundamentals to progress their mountain biking skills and the basics of sharing the trail.
Join a multi-week skills-progression after school and continue to build skill and endurance with a summer camp tailored to your rider’s age and ability.
Riders in grades 4 & 5 with more experience should check out our Youth All Mountain Team.
Build skills & confidence whikle exploring the local trails!
2026 Overview
Spring and Fall 5-week sessions
2-day or 4-day Summer Camps
Small groups for effective learning & skill development
Skills-based rides for those who are stoked to ride & learn
Mandatory for Participation:
For riders age 8+ in grades 2 – 5 by start date.
Riders must be able to use their pedals and handbrakes to start and stop on their own.
No “absolute beginner riders” – riders must be able to manage their bike on gravel and dirt trails.
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.
Riders must display positive attitude, willingness to learn from the coaches, and enjoy the challenge of riding off road on green trails
Equipment
Helmet, proper clothing for the weather, extra tube, multi-tool, water and snack must be carried on every ride.
Mountain bike required: 24″ wheels minimum, 2 brakes, gears and wide tires with off-road tread.
No BMX, hybrid, cruiser bikes or narrow tires. Ask about a rental bike if needed.
Appropriate layered clothing for weather and riding location with 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 Elementary Club
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″+) are easier for younger riders learning how to ride on trails.
Get the lightest bike you can afford and size up to the largest wheelsize as long as the rider can stand-over the frame and 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.
READ YOUTH GEAR GUIDEPractice Dates & Times
Elementary Club Spring Practices
5 week session
Suggested enrollment of 1x or 2x day per week.
Tuesdays 3:15 – 6:15 PM:Tuesdays: May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2.
Wednesdays 1:30 – 4:30 PM: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3.
Thursdays 3:15 – 6:15 PM: May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4.
Rides may begin from our office or with a short shuttle to a different trailhead.
Rider receives 1 casual t-shirt per year. Purchase additional clothing separately at cost.
$ 280 for a 5-week Tues, Wed or Thurs session.
Summer Camps
June, July, August
Suggested enrollment 1 – 3 camps each summer.
8:15 – Noon each day
2-Day Camps are a great way to build skills.
4-Day Camps are also great — know that we pace them for younger riders to ride their pace, work on skills at their level, and ensure they finish the week feeling much stronger on the bike.
Rider receives 1 casual t-shirt per year. Purchase additional clothing separately at cost.
$ 150 for 2-day and $280 for 4-day camps
Summer Camp detailsElementary Club Fall Practices
5-week session
Suggested enrollment of 1x or 2x day per week.
Tuesdays 3:15 – 6:15 PM: Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13.
Wednesdays 1:30 – 4:30 PM: Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14.
Thursdays 3:15 – 6:15 PM: Sept. 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15.
Rides may begin from our office or with a short shuttle to a different trailhead.
Rider receives 1 casual t-shirt per year. Purchase additional clothing separately at cost.
$ 280 for a 5-week Tues, Wed or Thurs session.
Supportive Youth Coaches
CJC coaches are specially trained to work with younger riders with methods to help them be on their own at practice, work with their peers and have fun exploring together.
- Progression: younger riders need safe terrain to safely try new skills
- Age appropriate: these groups are fun for younger riders, with balanced time for play, focused riding, snacks, etc.
Club Add-Ons
Team Clothing & Uniforms
Each season, Club riders will receive 1 casual t-shirt for the season. All other items are available for purchase at cost from our Jakroo store. Details are shared by email when the ordering windows are open.
Enrollment
Important:
Tuition assistance is available up to 50% off for tuition, excluding trips. Send a written request for pre-approval to bill@cogwild.com before enrolling.
INCLUDED = 1 T-shirt included for the year. Additional clothing is purchased at cost.
CRITICAL ENROLLMENT STEPS
Payment = online system takes a non-refundable 25% deposit at the time of booking. Remainder will auto-collect 2-days prior to the first activity. Call us to make your booking over the phone or to arrange payment with cash or check (which saves some online booking fees).
Credits & Discounts = credits in the form of gift cards / coupons like MULTICHILD discount and gift certificates can be entered at checkout. Contact us before you enroll if you need to check on a credit or find a code.
Answer the Rider Questions = you must continue from the “payment complete” message into the Client Terminal to answer the required questions for your enrollment or we will not be able to generate accurate rosters for our coaches. First time enrollments please answer everything — repeat enrollments can just do Rider Name and Medical info or whatever is important for our coaches to know. This information is only populated to our rosters through the current enrollment, not from previous enrollments.
Sign Waivers = only needed once a year in the Client Terminal, and the system should remember you based on your email.