BMA Skills Clinic - Women's Foundations: Beginner

Tue Apr 28 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-06:00

Valmont Bike Park | Boulder

Boulder Mountainbike Alliance
Publisher/HostBoulder Mountainbike Alliance
BMA Skills Clinic - Women's Foundations: Beginner
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No matter how you ride now, you are about to ride better!
About this Event

WHO THIS CLINIC IS FOR

Women who are new to cycling or mountain biking. You haven't done much riding on singletrack trails and may still have questions about shifting, braking and basic bike handling.

DESCRIPTION

We’ll move through the skills you need to get started and apply them on beginner features at Valmont. This is an introductory class at the novice level.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • Brake properly.
  • Shift to the correct gear.
  • Ride with balance and body-bike separation.
  • Climb and descend on trails.
  • Steer and corner.
  • Performing basic front wheel lifts.
  • Roll down small drops.

Maximum 6 students. No matter how you ride your bike, you're about to ride it better!

Clinics meet by the play structure on the east side of park by the dog park. Meet at the picnic table pavilion.

Start Time: 5:30 pm (please be there at 5:15 pm to allow ample prep time)

COST

We love to ride and we know that you do too so we try to keep our expenses low and then pass that savings onto our members. Our goal is to make our clinics accessible to everyone and to grow Boulder's awesome cycling community. Not a member? Sign up at $39/year and save!

  • BMA Members: $60
  • Non Members: $100

IMPORTANT INFO

All participants MUST:

  • Wear a properly fitted helmet at all times while riding
  • Wear closed-toe shoes
  • Bring water and weather-appropriate clothing (layers are a great idea)
  • Ride a trail-ready bike that is in good working order and fits you

Gloves and additional padding are encouraged.

Minimum age to participate is 14 years old. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who remains present and responsible for the minor at all times. Drop-offs are not permitted.

If a rider sustains a head impact or is suspected of a concussion, they will be removed from riding for the remainder of the clinic.

For permitting, planning, and payment purposes, you must sign up if you plan to join us.

BMA has a 24-hour cancellation policy. No refunds or credits will be given with less than 24 hours notice.

Send us an email if you have any questions - [email protected]

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Minimum age to participate is 14 years old with adult.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

[email protected]

Is my registration fee or ticket transferable?

Yes. Please email [email protected] with any changes. Each participant must sign a waiver, so if the clinic is transferred, a paper waiver must be signed on site.

I'm a dude, can I still attend?

No, this class is for people who identify as female. BMA also offers co-ed clinics, please see our list of events for more options.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Valmont Bike Park, 5275 Valmont Rd, Boulder, United States

Tickets

USD 65.87 to USD 108.55

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