Intro to Mountain Biking

Leave the asphalt behind and get in gear for the trails with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Intro to Mountain Biking Classes. Learn the basics of mountain biking from our experienced instructors through skills demonstration and practice in a controlled setting. Instructors teach in a format that’s structured to your pace and individual learning style. No experience necessary, but participants must be able to confidently ride a bike. Cost: $10 per person per 2-hour session. Mountain bikes, helmets, and instruction provided. Courses meet at Greenway Farms Park. Reservations required in advance. Email Outdoor Chattanooga or call (423) 643-6888 to register and learn more.

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

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Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

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Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

Intro to Mountain Biking

Get in gear for the trails

Sign Up

What You’ll Learn

Off-road bike fit
Shifting and braking while climbing/descending hills.
Correct body/pedal positioning for climbing/descending and turns
How to safely avoid or ride over obstacles
Advanced pedaling techniques
Techniques to avoid a crash

Safest crashing methods
How to change an inner tube
Trail etiquette
Trail difficulty designations
Other tips and tricks to successfully start mountain biking

FAQs

When and where are classes offered?

2019 Schedule
TBA

Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m. (all classes)
Location: Greenway Farms Park

How much does it cost? Do I have to register in advance?

$10 per person per 2-hour session
*Mountain Bikes and equipment are available for use at no additional charge.
Yes, reservations and payment are required in advance.

Do I have to have my own mountain bike to participate?

No, we can provide you with a mountain to use during the class for free. This way you can try out the sport before making a large purchase. If you have your own bike, feel free to bring and use it for the class. The instructors will go over bike fit, and a quick bike safety check before starting the class.

Do I have to wear a helmet?

Yes. Helmets are mandatory during the class. We recommend you always wear a helmet when riding a bike.

Do I need to know how to ride a bike to participate?

Yes. Participants need to be confident riders in order to learn advanced off-road riding techniques and skills.

What's the minimum age?

This program is most appropriate for ages 10+.

Who should take this class?

Classes are designed for true beginners that are curious about mountain biking but don’t know how to get started and for those interested in formal instruction to learn and improve the skills needed to get the most out of mountain biking. Classes are offered frequently for participants to learn and refresh basic mountain biking skills.

Events

Events for April 2019

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Calendar of Events
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
	1 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Grotto Meeting	2	3	4 Fireside! Outdoor Concerts-Latin Series at TATUM PARK	5	6 Wildflower Walk in the Cherokee National Forest Ducks Ducks Unlimited “Great Outdoors Festival” 2019 Wildflower Walk in the Cherokee National Forest
7	8 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class View All 6 Events »	9 Rapid Learning Intro to Kayaking and Skills Practice- Winter Classes	10 I’ll Push You Documentary + Fundraiser	11 Fireside! Outdoor Concerts-Latin Series at TATUM PARK	12 Community planning meeting for rennovations at Greenway Farm	13 Cumberland Trail Guided Hike
14 Canceled: Mountain to Town- Bicycle Adventure Severe Weather Alert Cancelation: Mountain to Town- Bicycle Adventure	15 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Traffic Skills 101 for Bike Commuting – Learn to “drive” your bicycle in traffic Chattanooga Bicycle Club – Monthly Meeting View All 4 Events »	16	17 You Too Can Catch the Cukoo- Information Session	18 public input meeting: Master Plan for Hamilton County Parks Fireside! Outdoor Concerts-Latin Series at TATUM PARK	19	20
21	22 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Adaptive Cycling	23	24	25 Fireside! Outdoor Concerts-Latin Series at TATUM PARK Fireside! Outdoor Concerts-Latin Series at TATUM PARK	26	27 Earth Day Event and Eco Challenges at Miller Park
28 Mountain to Town- Bicycle Adventure	29 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Canoe the North Chickamauga Creek with TenneSEA	30

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Did You Know?

Chattanooga is a mountain biking mecca boasting over 100 miles of singletrack within 15 miles of downtown, thanks in large part to SORBA Chattanooga, whose volunteer efforts built and maintain the trails. Singletracks.com named Chattanooga one of the top 10 best mountain biking destinations in North America in 2014 and ranked Chattanooga #5 of the 10 Best US Mountain Bike Towns with the Lowest cost of living in 2018.

Go Biking!