Elementary Club is for beginner to 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 4-day summer camp. Many sessions include a shuttle so that the group can ride back to our office; this increases variety and usually allows a net loss of elevation, which motivates riders to learn new skills.
Consistent coaches & peer groups to emphasize personal progression and teamwork
Small groups for effective learning & skill development
Ride more technical terrain with speed, strength, confidence and flow
Build skills, confidence and explore the local trails!
Mandatory for Participation:
Riders must enjoy the challenge of riding easy to intermediate trails, both up and down hills
For grades 2 – 5 with a minimum age of 8
Mountain bike: 24″ wheels minimum; must have 2 brakes, gears and wide tires
Gear: helmet, gloves & clothing layers for rainy / cold / hot / mountain weather and higher elevation riding locations
Pack: water, snacks, extra tube & multi tool on every ride
What to Bring:
Items are best carried 1) in a bike saddle / frame bag 2) waist pack 3) small backpack. Huge 100oz hydration packs are not necessary 🙂
Jacket for mountain weather
Extra tube for your wheel size
Multi-tool & Pump
Full finger gloves
Sunglasses with light lenses — keep out dust and see in the forest
Get the lightest bike you can afford and opt for the largest wheelsize with the smallest frame that fits your child.
2023 Season Outline
Due to limited space we are limiting enrollment for after school programs
After school Tuesdays or Thursdays – multi-week progressions after school in the spring and fall
Summer Camps – four half days, Monday – Thursday, on a theme each week
Tuition
April 6, 2023: due to the snow, ice, mud and a forecast of cool temps for the next two weeks, we are shifting the start of Session 1 one week later. Session 2 is unchanged. All registered riders will receive an email by the end of the day, April 7 explaining the changes for your group. Our website and enrollment system will be updated by 1pm on Friday 4/7 to show the correct dates. If you have any questions in the meantime please contact Bill@cogwild.com
