Crosscut’s Mountain Bike Camps for Kids
Building skills and confidence
Crosscut’s mountain bike camps build independence and confidence in biking. Our seasoned instructors know how to motivate and encourage kids to build mountain biking skills and navigate trails safely. Learning together in a positive, team environment, our half-day bike camps utilize Crosscut’s 14 miles of trails that are a mountain biker's dream. To help campers of all abilities, identities, and backgrounds, we offer multiple camps, as well as private lessons for youth ages 10 and up.
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Camp details
Mountain bike camps serve youth entering grades 4-9 in the upcoming 2024-2025 school year
All camps are $225
Camps run 3 hours/day Monday through Friday (see below for exact times)
All camps will take place entirely at Crosscut Mountain Sports Center
Participants must provide their own bike, helmet, water and snack
A 5% discount is offered for siblings attending camps the same week
We aim to provide accessible ways for everyone to enjoy more time spent outdoors, including ensuring programs are financially accessible and offer need-based scholarships and payment plans — contact us at camps@crosscutmt.org for more information
Summer 2024 registration is open
Camp schedule
Date & Time |
Ages |
Camp |
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June 24-28 | 12-3pm |
4th-8th Graders |
Captain Your Bike |
|
July 8-12 | 12-3pm |
4th-8th Graders |
More Girls on Bikes |
|
July 15-19 | 12-3pm |
4th-8th Graders |
Captain Your Bike |
|
July 15-19 | 12-3pm |
7th-9th Graders |
SHRED |
|
July 22-26 | 12-3pm |
4th-8th Graders |
Captain Your Bike |
|
July 29-Aug 2 | 12-3pm |
4th-8th Graders |
Captain Your Bike |
|
July 29-Aug 2 | 12-3pm |
7th-9th Graders |
SHRED |
|
Aug 5-9 | 9am-12pm |
4th-8th Graders |
More Girls on Bikes |
|
Aug 12-16 | 9am-12pm |
4th-8th Graders |
Captain Your Bike |
|
Aug 19-23 | 9am-12pm |
TBD* |
TBD* |
*We are considering adding another camp since Bozeman schools will start after Labor Day
Captain Your Bike: Grades 4-8
Bikes are fun! They are even more fun when we know how to make them work best. This camp empowers the young rider with the knowledge and skill development to better handle their bike and find more efficiency and flow on their rides! We are sure to find acres of fun as we navigate our way on two wheels.
This camp is designed for those who:
Are entering 4th - 8th grades in the upcoming school year
Have a basic understanding of their bike and how to use each component (i.e. shifting, braking)
Have had a range from none to some formal instruction on a mountain bike
Skill Focus:
Operation of controls
Bike-body separation
Trail scanning
Dynamic response to terrain
Climbing and descending body position
Managing speed
Downhill cornering basics
Switchbacks
Wheel lifts
More Girls on Bikes: Grades 4-8
Bikes are fun! They are even more fun when they are a part of inspiring confidence and growth. This camp empowers the young female rider with the knowledge and skill to bike into her best self. Together we can learn new skills, find our limits and enjoy the ride!
This camp is designed for those who:
Are girls* entering 4th - 8th grades in the upcoming school year
Have a basic understanding of their bike and how to use each component (i.e. shifting, braking)
Have had a range from none to some formal instruction on a mountain bike
Skill Focus:
Operation of controls
Bike-body separation and range of motion
Trail scanning
Dynamic response to terrain
Climbing and descending body position
Managing speed
Downhill cornering basics
Switchbacks
Wheel lifts
*We welcome all girls — transgender and cisgender — as well as nonbinary people who identify with the women’s community.
SHRED: Grades 7-9
So Happy to Ride Every Day! This adventure based bike camp is for teens who want to build skill and have more fun riding together. Riders will expand their MTB knowledge and experience in a positive team setting. SHRED week will integrate “bike skills are life skills” themes: what is fun, bike brain neuroscience, choosing your best line, dynamic goals, challenge by choice, the power of team, and fueling your enthusiasm. Come SHRED with us!
This camp is designed for those who:
Are entering 7th - 9th grades in the upcoming school year
Have a basic understanding of their bike and how to use each component (i.e. shifting, braking)
Have spent time exploring trails by mountain bike (with or without formal instruction)
Enjoy challenging themselves to find growth
Skill Focus:
Operation of controls
Bike-body separation and range of motion
Trail scanning
Dynamic response to terrain
Climbing and descending
Managing speed
Downhill cornering
Switchbacks
Wheel lifts
Small drops and jumps
Private Lessons
For kids 10 and up and adults who prefer one-on-one instruction to advance their skills and confidence, we offer private mountain biking lessons. We offer 1-hour lessons geared toward beginner and emerging riders and 2-hour lessons for more intermediate-level rides. Private lessons are available mid-week and on weekends and can accommodate up to two.
Additional lesson days/times to be added in June
Cancellations
Cancellations made 10 days prior to the program start date will receive a refund minus a $50 processing fee. Cancellations within 9 days of the program start date will not receive a refund. Participants facing schedule challenges related to COVID-19 or other special circumstances are encouraged to reach out as soon as possible to find shared solutions.
For questions about payments, family discounts, scholarships, or cancellations please contact us at: camps@crosscutmt.org