2ND GRADE

Kids must ride a pedal bike independently and must be confidently pedaling on single-track dirt trails with some elevation change. Riders should show interest in more difficult terrain. Bikes with hand brakes (both front AND rear independently) and gears are required. Wheel size must be 20 inches or bigger.

The main goals of our 2nd-grade programs are to build team camaraderie and expand a rider’s curiosity and excitement for riding their bike! Coaches will teach proper skills of shifting, braking, climbing and descending, trail scanning, reinforcing trail etiquette, and refining proper balance while standing out of the saddle.

Parents should not attend practices. At this age, we believe riders learn and grow most when they can attend practice without their parents!

Each Spring and Fall semester runs for 8 weeks, followed by a 9th week to make up for any weather-related cancellations. Each team practices 1 day per week. Practices are 2 hours. Practices will meet at a different trailhead/location each week (See Practice Location Schedule). You can register for multiple teams to practice multiple days per week. View our course catalogs for scheduling details.

We allow up to 20 riders per day with 4 coaches, plus an additional 10 riders in the all-girls group. On the first day of practice, our most experienced coaches will split the 20 co-ed riders into teams of 10 based on riding style, personality, buddies, and a little bit of coaches’ magic. The all-girls group will stick together! These teams of 10 will ride together with 2 coaches for the remainder of the season.
*This is a NEW program format for our Kinder age group! See our 2024 New Programs FAQ for more information!*

• Bikes with hand brakes (both front AND rear independently) and gears are required. Wheel size must be 20 inches or bigger.
• Helmet
• Close-toed shoes
• A backpack that your rider can easily carry with water and a healthy snack.
• Clothing appropriate for the weather
• Riding gloves are encouraged but optional