MOUNTAIN BIKING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR KIDS!
HG Junior Shredders Fall Schedule:
November 4, 11, 18, 25
HG is stoked to present…
Tucson’s fifth series of the Junior Shredders Mountain Bike Program for kids! HG and it’s talented coaches will host this 2-hour skills and ride session at Gordon Hirabayashi Campground, off Mt Lemmon Hwy. Attend all four for maximum progression and outdoor time!
Locations will vary, to include: Fantasy Island, Sweetwater, 50 Year, and Mt Lemmon trails. Kiddos will be in good hands with HG’s competent instructors, with personal coaching and development. Safety is paramount and top of mind at HG, and risk mitigation techniques are employed to encourage Less Spills, More Skills!
Topics covered will include:
*Basic bike handling and body position
*Learning to confidently and safely navigate trail features
*Descending steeps, climbing techniques
*MTB culture and trail etiquette
*Wheel lifts, braking techniques, traction and control
*Progressing to trail speed, and small jumps/drops
Prerequisites: All junior shredders should have basic bike riding skills and a capable mountain bike (20 or 24″ wheels, front and rear brakes, wide tires with good tread), a Mtb helmet, and gloves. WANT TO RENT A BIKE? HG has Rocky Mountain Growler Jr kids bikes available for $50 per session.
**Scholarships available! Please reach out if you know a kiddo who wants to attend but can’t for financial reasons**
WHERE: 50 Year Trailhead (East Golder Ranch Rd)
WHEN: November 18, 9a-11a
COST: $100 per session (or attend all 4 for $300)
WHO: co-ed kiddos aged 5-13
REGISTER YOUR KIDDO TODAY!!
**PLEASE INDICATE IN COMMENTS YOUR CHILD’S NAME, AGE, & HOW MANY SESSIONS HE/SHE WILL BE ATTENDING**