Intro to Mountain Biking

Leave the asphalt behind and gear up for the trails with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Intro to Mountain Biking Classes. Learn the fundamentals 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. Mountain bikes, helmets, and instruction provided. Fundamentals Courses meet at Greenway Farms Park. Take your riding even further with our Guided Trail Rides at a local trail. Online Reservations required in advance.

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

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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

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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?

2021 Fundamentals Classes: April 29
Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Greenway Farms Park

2021 Guided Trail Rides: April 30, June 11, June 12
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Alternates. See our calendar of events.

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. Register Online Here.

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 2021

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Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
		1	2 Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class View All 4 Events »	3	4 Partner Program: TVCC Paddle School Chattanooga Swim Fest/Rat Race anSouthern Open Water Zone Championships	5 Partner Program: TVCC Paddle School Chattanooga Swim Fest/Rat Race anSouthern Open Water Zone Championships
6 Partner Program: TVCC Paddle School Chattanooga Swim Fest/Rat Race anSouthern Open Water Zone Championships	7 private group: Instructional Kayak and Camping Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels	8 private group: Instructional Kayak and Camping	9 Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class View All 4 Events »	10 Sale Creek Kayak Tour Downtown Sunset Kayak Tour	11 Paddle Smart Chattanooga-Intro to Flatwater Paddling Intro to Mountain Biking: Guided Trail Instructional Class	12 TN Free Fishing Day: Nat’l Fishing and Boating week NPS Guided Kayak Tour/ West Chickamauga Creek Intro to Mountain Biking: Guided Trail Instructional Class View All 4 Events »
13 Pedal and Paddle the Tennessee River Rapid Learning: Beginner River -Whitewater Kayaking	14 private group: Instructional Kayak and Camping Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class View All 7 Events »	15 private group: Instructional Kayak and Camping Discover the Tennessee River Gorge Trust – Virtual Event	16 Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class View All 4 Events »	17 Sale Creek Kayak Tour Paddle Smart Chattanooga-Intro to Flatwater Paddling	18 Dam Kayak Tour	19 South Chickamauga Creek Adventure Canoe Series: Section 1 Sunset Kayak Tour
20 Family Fun Day at Greenway Farm Park Climb the Walnut Wall	21 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels	22 Try Archery (indoor at OC in Coolidge Park) Climb the Walnut Wall	23 Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class View All 4 Events »	24 Partner Program: Bridge Chattanooga Partner Program: Sunset Kayak with TRGT/Tennessee River Gorge Trust	25 Private: SE Lineman Training Center: Canoe at Greenway Full Moon Kayak Tour	26 South Chickamauga Creek Adventure Canoe Series: Section 1 Full Moon Kayak Tour
27	28 Partner Program: On My Own 2 Wheels	29 Partner Program: YCAP Leadership and climbing at Walnut Wall Partner Program: North Chattanooga Recreation/Community Center Paddle Smart Chattanooga-Intro to Flatwater Paddling	30 Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class Rapid Learning: Intro to Whitewater Kayaking Skills Class View All 4 Events »

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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!