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 June 2019

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Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
						1 TVCC Paddle School/ assistance by Rapid Learning Whitewater Program Chattanooga RAT RACE 2019 /Open Water Swim
2 TVCC Paddle School/ assistance by Rapid Learning Whitewater Program	3 Partner Program/Private: 2 day kayak Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Grotto Meeting	4 Partner Program/Private: 2 day kayak	5 Rapid Learning: Intro to Kayak and Skills Practice Rapid Learning: Intro to Kayak and Skills Practice	6 Partner Program: Trust for Public Land YFD Summer Camps Canoeing and Archery-City of Chattanooga YFD Summer Camps Canoeing and Archery-City of Chattanooga	7 Partner Program: Canoeing for TN Aqua Summer Camps Dam Kayak Tour	8 Cumberland Trail Guided Hike Cuckoo Canoe Tour
9 Rapid Learning RIVER/ Whitewater Kayak Instruction Partner Program: Chattanooga Preparatory School	10 Partner Program/Private: 2 day kayak Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class View All 7 Events »	11 Partner Program/Private: 2 day kayak Adult Archery and Aces Paddle Smart Chattanooga- A Paddlesports Safety Class	12 Partner Program: Trust for Public Land Guided Creek Snorkeling Rapid Learning: Intro to Kayak and Skills Practice View All 4 Events »	13 Partner Program: Lookout Mountain Conservancy YFD Summer Camps Canoeing and Archery-City of Chattanooga	14 Partner Program: Lookout Mountain Conservancy Partner Program: Canoeing for TN Aqua Summer Camps	15 Partner Program: Southeastern Conservation Corps Guided Sunset Canoe Tour Moonlight Kayak Tour
16 Rapid Learning RIVER/ Whitewater Kayak Instruction	17 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 »	18	19 Rapid Learning: Intro to Kayak and Skills Practice Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking and Skills Practice	20 YFD Summer Camps Canoeing and Archery-City of Chattanooga	21 Partner Program: Canoeing for TN Aqua Summer Camps Dam Kayak Tour	22 NPS Partners: Lookout Creek Canoe Tour
23 Chattanooga Waterfront Triathlon Family Fun Day	24 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels	25 Cumberland Trail Guided Hike Adult Archery and Aces	26 Guided Rock Hop + Creek Snorkel Rapid Learning: Intro to Kayak and Skills Practice Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking and Skills Practice	27 YFD Summer Camps Canoeing and Archery-City of Chattanooga	28 Historic Kayak and Walking Tours of Chattanooga with NPS Partner Program: Canoeing for TN Aqua Summer Camps Dam Kayak Tour	29 Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Kayak Tour
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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!