Intro to Mountain Biking
Leave the asphalt behind and gear up for the trails with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Intro to Mountain Biking Classes. Outdoor Chattanooga now offers two levels of Introduction to Mountain Biking courses to fit your individual needs!
Contact Outdoor Chattanooga with any questions.
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?
Check out our calendar HERE to see upcoming Intro to Mountain Biking Programs.
How much does it cost? Do I have to register in advance?
Registration in advance is required for both the level 1 and level 2 courses. Contact Outdoor Chattanooga if you have any questions.
Level 1:
$10 per person per 2-hour session
Level 2:
$25 per person per 3-hour session
*Mountain Bikes and equipment are available for use at no additional charge.
Register Online Here.
Do I have to have my own mountain bike to participate?
Do I have to wear a helmet?
Do I need to know how to ride a bike to participate?
What's the minimum age?
Who should take this class?
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Pops on the River is back for an unforgettable Independence Day bash at Coolidge Park! Bring your crew and enjoy live music, delicious food trucks, amazing local vendors, and so […] |
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We meet every first Monday at 7pm EST Outdoor Chattanooga. Please check our FaceBook page for location updates. |
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […]
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […]
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Contact Tennessee Valley Canoe Club for information about their monthly meetings.Visit https://tvccpaddler.com/ for learn about how you can connect with paddling trips and opportunities. |
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The Rapid Learning program provides comprehensive whitewater kayak instruction, including all the necessary equipment, specifically designed for beginning and novice kayakers. Our goal is to teach you how to paddle […] |
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Guided Sunset Kayak in the Gorge with Tennessee River Gorge Trust This leisurely paddle is beginner friendly and a wonderful way to experience the Gorge at sunset. Participants will get […] |
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Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a guided kayak tour on the Tennessee River and the unforgettable experience of locking down through the TVA Chickamauga Dam. Experience this marvel of engineering of […] |
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Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a guided and equipped kayak adventure at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge at the confluence of the Hiwassee River with Tennessee River. Bring your binoculars or borrow […]
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Get ready for a splashing good time with your little explorer at Toddler Treks' Summer Session to explore summer wonders. Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a parent/child program aimed at igniting […] |
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Family Fun Day in the Park is a free community event with activities suitable for all ages! Grab a picnic and bring the whole family out to Greenway Farm City […] |
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Curious about how you can get involved and make a difference? Join us for our Volunteer Orientation! This event is designed to introduce new and returning volunteers to upcoming opportunities, […] |
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The Rapid Learning program provides comprehensive whitewater kayak instruction, including all the necessary equipment, specifically designed for beginning and novice kayakers. Our goal is to teach you how to paddle […] |
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Silver Adventures: Civil War Railroad Walk on the South Chickamauga Greenway Presented by Outdoor Chattanooga For adults aged 50 and above, Outdoor Chattanooga presents Silver Adventures—an exceptional opportunity to immerse […]
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and […] |
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Bike Adventure at Reflection Riding with Outdoor Chattanooga Join us for a fun and family-friendly bike adventure at Reflection Riding! Explore this beautiful property on a leisurely guided ride along […] |
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Chattanooga Bicycle Club meets at the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center the 3rd MONDAY monthly from 6pm- 7:30 pm.The CBC is a recreational cycling club whose members share the good fortune of […] |
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The Rapid Learning program provides comprehensive whitewater kayak instruction, including all the necessary equipment, specifically designed for beginning and novice kayakers. Our goal is to teach you how to paddle […] |
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Explore the basics of fishing in this hands-on class set against the beautiful backdrop lake Chickamauga. Perfect for beginners, this outdoor experience teaches essential skills, from using simple bait […] |
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Guided Kayak Tour on West Chickamauga Creek – Part of Outdoor Chattanooga's Blueway Water Trail Adventure Series Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a scenic and immersive guided kayak tour along a […]
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Have you purchased your own kayak/canoe/SUP, but lack the confidence to explore Chattanooga's scenic waterways safely? BYO-Boat (Bring Your Own kayak, SUP, or canoe) or "rent" one of our recreational […] |
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Learn more about how to get involved with the club and even more opportunities to get outdoors!https://www.sierraclub.org/tennessee/cherokeeThe Sierra Club is the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organization in the […] |
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The Rapid Learning program provides comprehensive whitewater kayak instruction, including all the necessary equipment, specifically designed for beginning and novice kayakers. Our goal is to teach you how to paddle […] |
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Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a calm water kayak adventure up Sale Creek near Dayton. This creek is a tributary of the Tennessee River and has back filled much of the […] |
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Get ready for a splashing good time with your little explorer at Toddler Treks' Summer Session to explore summer wonders. Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a parent/child program aimed at igniting […] |
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.
Community Resources
Chattanooga Mtn. Bike Rentals
Chattanooga Mtn. Bike Organizations
Chattanooga Bicycle Club
TN Youth Mtn. Bike Racing Series
Velo Vixens Women’s Multisport Club