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Bike Skills 101: Jumps, Obstacles & Control


Classes - Youth / Sports and Fitness -
Youth Classes Fall 2025

Ready to take your biking skills to the next level? Bike Skills101 is a dynamic, hands-on course designed to build your confidence and control on the trails—no matter what kind of bike you ride. Whether you’re on a hardtail, full-suspension, or even a rigid frame, this class is for you.

We’ll focus on essential bike handling techniques like body positioning, braking, and cornering to help you ride safer, smoother, and with more style. You'll also learn how to tackle common trail features including jumps, drops, skinnies, and rollers—building skills progressively so riders of all levels feel comfortable.

Beyond riding technique, we’ll dive into trail etiquette, safety, and how to ride respectfully on shared paths. You'll also get insider tips on some of the best places to ride in the Twin Cities, from beginner flow trails to more technical terrain.

Topics Covered:

- Bike control & body positioning

- Trail etiquette & safety

- Jumping & drops (progressive skill development)

- Balancing on skinnies & navigating features

- Reading terrain & rolling technical sections

- Top Twin Cities trails for all skill levels

Whether you're a casual rider, weekend warrior, or aspiring shredder, Bike 101 will help you build the confidence to ride more skillfully—and have more fun—on any trail, with any bike.

STEAM Visionaries - Todd Brandell

I am a licensed elementary teacher and an avid mountain biker with a passion for sharing the benefits of the outdoors with students. My goal is to bring the sport of mountain biking to my community, creating opportunities for young people to build confidence, learn new skills, and foster a love of nature. In a world where technology often takes center stage, I believe it’s important to provide experiences that encourage students to appreciate the outdoors, develop resilience, and stay active in meaningful ways. I also want the mountain bike community to continue to grow, creating a lasting culture of adventure, wellness, and connection.

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Greenwood Elementary : 30
Tue Oct 21, Tue Oct 28 & Tue Nov 4
2:25 - 3:25 PM

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Grades   1st - 5th

$ 65.00
per person