I am beyond excited to share my passion for biking with students this Fall because biking checks so many boxes for physical and mental health. This engaging, hands-on class introduces elementary-aged riders to the fundamentals of mountain biking while building safe, responsible trail habits. Through guided instruction, skill-building games, and real-time practice, students develop techniques that help them ride with greater confidence, control, and safety. Riders who have taken the class before are encouraged to join again because repetition builds skill, and there is always room to grow. All are welcome! The class utilizes Ninja MTB jumps and landings to safely simulate the experience of riding a real jump line at a bike park, allowing students to practice proper technique in a controlled, confidence-building environment. Skills Students Will Learn: Jumping fundamentals – Approach, takeoff, landing, and safety using Ninja MTB jumps. We have some pretty sweet jumps!Body position and balance – How to stand, sit, and shift weight for better control over jumps and obstacles.Shifting gears – When and how to shift for hills, flats, and speed.Cornering skills – Smooth leaning and steering through turns.Obstacle riding – Safely navigating simulated rollers and drops, big and small.Goal setting – Riders set personal goals at the beginning of the six-week course to track progress and continue growth.By combining all of these biking concepts, riders leave the class with increased confidence, measurable goals, and a strong sense of what a positive biking community feels like all while smiling every moment of class. Trust me, they cannot get enough of catching air on their bikes! All students participating in class will need to bring the following items each day:Bike (Bikes can be stored at bike rack during school hours)Water bottleTennis shoesAfternoon snack If any of our scheduled dates are too cold or unsafe due to snow or ice, class will still be held indoors without bikes. Students will learn the basics of bike maintenance, and explore some awesome mountain biking destinations both locally and around the country. We’ll also get our bodies moving with fun indoor movement activities and challenges so everyone stays active, energized, and ready to ride!