ENDLESS BIKING ACADEMY: A mountain bike program helping young riders build skills, gain leadership experience, and excel in competitive mountain biking through coaching, race support, and industry preparation.

The under-18 ACADEMY mountain bike development program is designed for aspiring young riders seeking to elevate their skills and performance in competitive mountain biking. This comprehensive program focuses on four key pillars: Performance, Leadership, Race Preparation, and Industry Engagement.

Participants will enhance their technical and physical abilities, gain leadership experience through coaching certifications and volunteer work, learn race strategies with event support, and prepare for future opportunities in the cycling industry. With personalized coaching and a supportive environment, this program empowers young athletes to achieve their goals on and off the bike.

Minimum Requirements:

Open to ages 12 - 18 years old?
Fitness Level 5+
Skill Level 6+

*If you're unsure whether this program is the right fit for you, please complete the application form, and we’ll reach out to discuss further.

Pillars of the Program

- Bike fittings & self-adjustment skills.
- Personalized fitness & strength programs.
- Nutrition workshops & fueling strategies.
- Mental skills: Visualization, goal-setting, mindfulness.
- On-trail clinics: Cornering, drops, jumps, and technical climbs.
- PMBIA certification mentorship & preparation.
- Beginner coaching practice.
- Peer mentoring & teaching opportunities.
- Trail work, race, and event volunteering.
- Wilderness or bike-specific first aid training.
- Race-focused clinics: Sprinting, cornering, mock races.
- Time trials & interval training.
- Video analysis & strategy workshops (pacing, drafting, recovery).
- Learn drivetrain, brakes, and suspension maintenance.
- Shadow bike shop professionals.
- Hands-on race bike upkeep.