Understand the terminology of mountain biking and the components that make up a MTB.

Module 1

Understand what to wear including clothing, Crash Helmets, Gloves, Pads and Glasses.

Module 2

Learn exactly how to get on and off your MTB. There are right ways and wrong ones!

Module 3

Be able to start riding a MTB on any type of terrain is crucial, especially on steep slopes.

Module 4

Being able to stop is extremely important. Learn the correct techniques.

Module 5

Gear changing is a vital skill needed to ride MTB’s. Get it right, and it’s a pleasure.

Module 6

Cornering safely is a skill learned. Get this wrong and you can hurt yourself!

Module 7

Develop your climbing skills, its all about lines, fitness and much more.

Module 8

Possibly the most dangerous part of riding. When done right, it can be the best part.

Module 9

The mountain can challenge you in many ways. Its possible to ride over nearly all of them!

Module 10

Learn about the Green, Red, Blue, Black Trails, their difficulties and what they all mean. Knowledge is power!

Module 11

It’s not about riding as fast as you can, it’s about riding at the correct speed for the environment.

Module 12

Learn the simple etiquette associated with Trail Riding around the world.

Module 13

Most people ride in groups and knowing how they work is important.

Module 14

Simple things that can make the difference between a good ride and great ride.

Module 15

Injuries, punctures, getting lost, broken frames. Learn how to deal with them.

Module 16

Hot, cold, foggy, wet, windy.  Know how the weather affects your mountain biking.

Module 17

Along with continual assessment  you will complete an online confirmation of learning.

Practical and Online Assessment