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Join Jo and Natalya for a weekend of MTBing, learning and connection in wonderful Harcourt on Dja Dja Wurrung country. Immerse yourself in place and nature. A focused time for all things mountain biking and with like-minded people in a space for women and gender-diverse adults. Mountain bike skills coaching sessions and guided riding at La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park with internationally certified PMBIA coaches, who are local women. MTB skills sessions and riding will be complemented by creative and experiential group activities. This is not an action-packed party weekend – this is a time to slow down, focus, develop skills and reflect on individual and shared experiences.
Who is this for?
This retreat is for any rider that is keen to progress skill, feel empowered and improve confidence. We guarantee that you will leave the retreat a more capable and confident mountain biker.
Suitable for those who are beginner riders new to riding off road or on dedicated MTB single trail, through to more experienced intermediate riders who are confident riding on mountain bike single track and/or at bike parks.
We have the capacity to offer a beginner group that will access select terrain and trails at La Larr Ba Guawa, and can also potentially utilise the terrain at Walmer Forest for more beginner friendly riding experiences.
The terrain at La Larr Ba Gauwa Park is challenging and contains variable terrain for intermediate and advanced riders wanting to develop confidence riding a range of trail features (berms, rock gardens, jumps, drops, gaps, rock slabs, roll downs along with steep gradients, both up and down). There are also alternative options (e.g. “B lines” or more flowy trails) if riders are not confident and ready to ride these types of features.
We endeavour to cater for individual rider levels within the group setting. It is our intention to safely progress all riders through learning that is appropriate to individual abilities – building confidence and providing the appropriate level of challenge.
E-bikes welcome! Maximum 12 riders (8 minimum).
*Please note the retreat requires a minimum of 8 participants to go ahead.
Weekend includes:
Facilitated Activities
Morning warm up: stretches and “focusing/centering” time to prepare for ride.
Two x 3-hour skills sessions.
One x 2-hour guided ride.
Bike session: integrated bike check & set up (touch points – saddles, grips, suspension set up).
Tips for bike cleaning and care.
Facilitated experiential and creative activities to set riding/retreat goals and reflect upon your mountain bike journey.
Campfire time.
Visit to “Dog Rocks” Liyanganyuk Banyul (Mount Alexander).
Access to private coaching app for communication before and after retreat. Includes detailed skills and video analysis. Ongoing interaction and networking are encouraged.
Accommodation & Food:
Shared accommodation at Create@Harcourt in Harcourt (sleeps 12: double, single and bunk style beds in shared rooms). First in best dressed. There is an alternative price option for those who are not staying on site.
Fully catered dinners and lunches. Breakfast, snacks, tea and coffee provided. The accommodation is right next door to Harcourt Produce and General Store for gourmet food and barista coffee.
When:
Friday 23rd August 2024 – check in from 3pm (go for a self-guided ride/walk or enjoy the surrounds / visit local wineries or Henry of Harcourt Cidery.
Retreat starts at 6pm to Sunday 26th August – retreat closes at 4pm.
Cost:
$785.00 per person including GST (discount for BYO linen).
$600.00 per person including GST (without accommodation – conditions apply).
Cancellations:
Cancellation by Participant: If you can’t make the retreat and need to cancel your booking within 60 days, we can offer a 50% credit to a future retreat within 2 years. If you need to cancel within 30 days there will be no refund or credit offered. You may transfer your booking to another person at any stage prior to the retreat start date at no cost.
Cancellation by Trailhead Coaching: The retreat will be cancelled if it does not meet minimum number of 8 participants. We will attempt to give 14 days’ notice and offer a transfer to an alternate retreat or a full refund.
Trailhead Coaching reserves the right to modify, adapt or cancel the retreat without notice, due to actual or predicted adverse weather such dangers such as floods, fires, government and health requirements, or other reasons. In such cases no refunds or credits will be given.
Your facilitators:
Jo Wall (she/her):
Founder/owner of Trailhead Coaching
Level 2 Coach, Level 1 course Conductor – Professional MTB Instructor Association (PMBIA); Remote First Aid; BA Nature Tourism; Grad Dip Teaching & Learning (Primary)
Vice President of Bendigo Mountain Bike Club, Head Coach and manager of the 2 Wheel Academy
6 years XC racing on the World Cup circuit and represented Australia multiple times at the World Championships. Multi-day stage racing, National Title for a solo 24hr race, team 24hr racing and also Gravity Enduro.
Jo’s special interest is working with kids and women and providing a pathway to not only progress in the sport but to become lifelong riders. She believes skill acquisition is key to eliminate barriers for any rider and encourage greater engagement and participation.
Natalya Garden (she/her):
Level 1 Coach – Professional MTB Instructor Association (PMBIA); Wilderness First Aid; Masters in Experiential & Creative Arts Therapy (PACFA clinical member); Outdoor & Adventure Therapy Practitioner (Adventure Works Australia)
Dedicated XC riding since the early 2000’s; 12/24-hour team racing; cofounder of Rad Cycles & Gear
Facilitating Individual and group experiential / therapeutic support for women and children
Natalya is passionate about supporting girls and women to identify and utilise their inner strength and confidence through mountain biking. Mountain biking can be an incredibly useful tool for people to connect to self, others, community and country.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
La Larr Ba Gauwa Park, Harcourt mountain bike trails, Public Restroom, High St, Harcourt VIC 3453, Australia,Harcourt, Victoria, Castlemaine
