Kids Mountain Biking Class in San Diego
Whether your kids are biking dynamos, or they just think they are, every bike-loving kid can use some fundamentals.
SPROCKIDS MOUNTAIN BIKING CLASSES FOR KIDS IN SAN DIEGO
We saw a flyer for Sprockids at our local bike shop when we were getting repairs done and thought how perfect are these classes right now?! They're outside and naturally socially-distanced, so we signed him up immediately for their next after school program. (Little bro wasn't old enough yet; 7 was the minimum age for the after-school class that we signed up for.)
WHAT
They have month-long after school classes, one and two-day class sessions and family rides too. Class sizes are small, maybe no more than 8 kids, and there were two teachers at our session so the teachers were able to give a lot of attention to each rider.
In their month-long class, my kids learned a lot of biking techniques and skills with practice sessions on a soft sloping grassy hill at first. They set up mock-ramps, bumps and big sticks to practice riding over. They learned when to sit and when to stand up and how to power up hills and be safe going down.
After two weeks of this it was time for the trails. They practiced their new skills on trail rides over the next two weeks with their teachers helping them. Parents were welcomed to join in on these trail rides with their own bikes too.
WHAT'S NEEDED
Geared mountain bike with hand brakes, weather appropriate clothing and closed toed shoes, bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack, snack and a fun positive attitude!
MY THOUGHTS
My boys have always pushed their limits on their bikes, but now they're riding stronger and I feel better knowing they actually know what they're doing now. lol
I was very impressed with the quick responses from the program and from the teachers when I had questions. The teachers inspected every kid's bike for maintenance before each class session and I felt very safe leaving my kids in good hands with very professional and experienced instructors. I would highly recommend this mountain biking class.
(This is not a paid sponsor and we didn't get a deal for sharing about it. I paid fully for our session and they didn't even know I have this website...until now. ;) I'm just sharing this because I loved our experience and think that you would too.
WHEN/WHERE
Classes, clinics and family rides are scheduled every month and rotate to different locations, days and times.
CONTACT
Here are some of their upcoming classes as of February 2022. Check their website for current schedule.
*Classes, dates, times & cost may change so check website for accurate information.
*Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please inquire through any inquiry box on the website.
FUNDAMENTALS I
A playful environment to learn essential mountain biking skills! Teaches off-road skills and essential technique through drills, games, and fun activities and is suitable for riders aged 7+ that are comfortable riding their bikes off-road.
CHULA VISTA
Feb. 13 from 1-4pm
Otay Lakes County Park
$29 per rider
ESCONDIDO
Feb. 26 from 10am-1pm
Felicita County Park
$29 per rider
MISSION VALLEY
starts Apr. 9 from 9am-12pm
San Carlos Rec Center
$79 per rider
FUNDAMENTALS I & II
A playful environment to learn essential mountain biking skills! Teaches off-road skills and essential technique through drills, games, and fun activities. This event is for both courses held over two weekends.
DEL SUR
1. Feb. 5 & 12 from 9-12
2. Apr. 30 & May 7 from 9-12
Del Sur Neighborhood Park
$159 per rider
CHULA VISTA
1. Mar. 21 & 22 from 9-12
Otay Lakes County Park
$109 per rider
RANCHO PENASQUITOS FAMILY BEGINNERS RIDE
Join us with your young riders as explore the local trail system! Our guides will lead the adventure into the Penasquitos Canyon Preserve exploring the area's vast fun and flowy single track with a visit to the waterfall!
1. Feb. 5 from 10-12
2. Mar. 26 from 10-12
Rancho Penasquitos Adobe
$29 per rider
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Learn essential bike techniques through drills, games and trail rides! This four week program is for kids 7+ years old that are comfortable riding a geared mountain bike on dirt trails and is limited to 8 participants each session. Trail rides are incorporated into the 2nd half of the program leaving from the park into Mission Trails and the nearby trail network.
The After School Program focuses on the essential skills needed to be a good mountain biker that includes: trail safety and stewardship, trail scanning, bike and body positioning, braking, gear shifting, turning and cornering, wheel lifts, proper climbing and descending, ratcheting and more!
This four week program is for kids 7+ years old that are comfortable riding a geared mountain bike on dirt trails and is limited to 8 participants each session. Parents you can drop off or hang out at your discretion. The event fee also includes a nifty swag bag with all sorts of riding gear and discounts!
MISSION VALLEY
Feb. 28 - Mar. 23 from 4:30-6pm
classes are twice a week on Tue/Thur
San Carlos Recreation Center
$349 per rider
DEL SUR
1. Mar. 15 - Apr. 7 from 4:30-6pm
2. starts May 10
classes are twice a week on Tue/Thur
Del Sur Neighborhood Park
$349 per rider
RANCHO PENASQUITOS
1. Apr. 22 - June 10 from 4:30-6pm
classes are on Fridays
Rancho PQ Adobe
$299 per rider