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2021 SEASON
STARTING in JUNE!

Black Hills Youth Mountain Bike Club provides a high-quality and fun Youth Mountain Bike Program for all abilities. Our goal is to build confidence and inspire the life long love of mountain biking in the youth of the Black Hills. The Youth Program is for kids going into 2nd through 6th grade in fall of 2021.


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OUR PROGRAM


  • Cultivate a life long love of cycling and exercise
  • Provide safe, no-pressure place to explore fundamental skills
  • Instill both Self-Confidence and sense of “Team”
  • Foster stewardship and sustainability
  • HAVE FUN
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SPORTS & HEALTH


We believe sports are a big part of staying healthy, so even during this time – we choose to hold our kids camp. We are taking extra precautions to limit risks of COVID-19.




SKILLED COACHES


Our coaches are trained and certified by the Bicycle Instructors Certification Program which is recognized by IMBA as the instructor standard.
We have also consulted with neighboring programs for youth-specific teaching.
We want your kids to succeed!


MEET OUR COACHES

HILLSIDE FLYERS

Grades:
2nd-3rd (by the Fall of 2021)

Have fun and get comfortable riding OFF of the sidewalk!  Fun games will help our riders learn new skills.

MEETS ON MONDAY’S


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MOUNTAIN MOVERS

Grades:
3rd-4th (by the Fall of 2021)

Have fun and gain confidence riding off or the sidewalk! Fun games help us learn skills and gain confidence.

MEETS ON WEDNESDAY’S


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ROCKIN’ RIPPERS

Grades:
4th – 6th (by the Fall of 2021)

We’re pushing our pedal just a little more as we learn more skills and bike/body positions. Fun is still our priority.

MEETS ON MONDAY’S AND WEDNESDAY’S


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SUMMIT SENDERS

Grades:
6 & UP (by the Fall of 2021)

Advanced riders will practice proper climbing, descending and rider-specific techniques. Fun is the highest priority.

MEETS ON MONDAY’S AND WEDNESDAY’S


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QUESTIONS?
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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Have questions? Need to know more about the BH Youth Mountain Bike Club?  Just fill out question form and we will get back to you with answers!  We are excited to hear from you.



Scholarships Available

We want to give kids the opportunity to try mountain biking who may not have the opportunity! Limited scholarships available. Apply now! (just click the bike icon)

Variable Levels

Our levels 2,3 & 4 have grade overlap so that parents have some discretion when choosing a level for their child.

Sibling Discounts

Our first year registration is limited to only 64 kids total in the program – BUT, we will give sibling discounts of $99 for additional siblings after the first is registered. Discount code will come to you AFTER first child is registered and is good for any additional siblings.

Level UP

Kids are eligible to move to the next level in the second session with coach approval.

Equipment List

  1. A two-wheeled pedal bike (mountain bike is best), in good working order, with gears and 2 hand brakes. Having off-road specific (knobby) tires are best, in first 2 levels it’s not mandatory. NO training wheels, NO coaster (pedal/foot) brakes.
  2. A properly fitting helmet
  3. Closed-toe shoes (no sandals)
  4. Water (hydration) pack or belt for carrying water and snacks – or a bike-mounted water bottle cage (coaches do not carry water for the kids)
  5. Recommended but not required: bike gloves, other protective clothing (knee pads, elbow pads), sunglasses