COME RIDE WITH US THIS SEASON!
Our coaches have a minimum of 10 years of experience riding mountain bikes and are professionally certified with the PMBIA (Professional Mountain Bike Instructors' Association). We are passionate about providing safe, effective and fun lessons to members of our TORCA community. Our goal? To inspire more people to get out on bikes and explore our amazing trails here in Terrace!
Coaching Programs
Coaching | Learn to Ride - SOLD OUT
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Just dropped a small fortune on a bike and don’t know where to start?
You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.
Learn to Ride is a friendly and inclusive mountain bike workshop for adults new to the sport who want to build confidence from the ground up. If you’ve just bought your first bike and are finally giving this whole “mountain biking thing” a go, this is a welcoming space to learn the ropes.
In this two-hour session, we’ll cover the basics:
🔧 Bike Set-Up & Pre-Ride Check – Get to know your bike and what to look for before hitting the trail
🌿 Trail Etiquette – Learn how to ride responsibly and respectfully
🚴 Body Positioning – Stay balanced and in control
🛑 Braking – How to stop safely and smoothly
⚙️ Gearing – Learn when (and how) to shift for an easier ride
✨ Workshop Info:
- Age 19+
- Max 4 participants per session
- Active TORCA membership required
📍Where: The Hub (Pumptrack & Skate Park beside the Sportsplex)
For a map to meeting place, click here.
📆 When: We are offering Thursday and Sunday sessions for the next two weeks:
- May 22 | 6 pm - 8 pm
- May 25 | 2 pm - 4 pm - SOLD OUT
- May 29 | 6 pm - 8 pm - SOLD OUT
- June 1 | 2 pm - 4 pm - SOLD OUT
Cost:
- Pay What You Can! We want to keep learning accessible, and we know biking can already be a pretty expensive activity!
Other Info:
- When registering for the session, be sure to put your current phone number & email address in the field so your coach can contact you.
What To Bring With You
- Mountain bike in good working order, suitable for use on trail.
- Helmet (and all other riding gear that you typically wear, pads and eye protection encouraged).
- Inner tube matching the size of your wheels in case of a flat tire.
- Sufficient water and snacks for the duration of your lesson.
Questions? Send an email [email protected]
CUSTOM COACHING
One-on-one & tailored sessions
Rate: Starting at $100
Duration: 2 or 3 hours
Level: Beginner or Intermediate
Not finding what you are looking for in our scheduled programming? Our customized lessons offer the perfect opportunity to hone your skills or master new ones. Sign up for a one-on-one lesson or book a group session for you and your friends! With personalized instruction tailored to your skill level, you'll progress at your own pace and unlock your full potential as a mountain biker.
2-hour and 3-hour sessions are available for individuals and groups of up to 4 people, ages 13 and up. Available all season!
Note: Custom coaching sessions are also beneficial to Advanced riders looking to refine their skill set in order to perform trail maneuvers with more style and control. Everyone has something they can work on!
Duration: 2 or 3 hours
Level: Beginner or Intermediate
Not finding what you are looking for in our scheduled programming? Our customized lessons offer the perfect opportunity to hone your skills or master new ones. Sign up for a one-on-one lesson or book a group session for you and your friends! With personalized instruction tailored to your skill level, you'll progress at your own pace and unlock your full potential as a mountain biker.
2-hour and 3-hour sessions are available for individuals and groups of up to 4 people, ages 13 and up. Available all season!
Note: Custom coaching sessions are also beneficial to Advanced riders looking to refine their skill set in order to perform trail maneuvers with more style and control. Everyone has something they can work on!
LEVELS
Our scheduled programs are geared towards Beginner and Intermediate riders, where do you fit in?
You are new to mountain biking and most comfortable riding on smoother trails. Green trails are your friend and you may be starting to try out some blue trails. Come join us if you would like to gain the skills and confidence to progress beyond gravel paths and Hey Bear laps!
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You have experience with mountain biking and are working on getting better at conquering blue trails. You are comfortable with small obstacles and would like to progress on trails you find challenging. Take a course with us to help you overcome your hang ups and get you floating over those Terrace roots and rocks!
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You are regularly riding most features on black trails with confidence and jumps and drops are no problem for you. Even an advanced rider can benefit immensely from taking a skills clinic focused on fine tuning body positioning and braking techniques. Sign up for a custom session tailored to your riding style.
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