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ALAFIA – KIDS

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Our awesome mountain bike skills clinic in Alafia, FL will teach your kiddos the way of the Ninja! You’ll be stoked to see how safely and proficiently they ride after just one Ninja clinic! Click here for all the fun details and a complete list of kids clinics in Florida.

NINJA EVENT INFORMATION FOR

Alafia, FL – December 10, 2022

ON-LINE EVENT WAIVER | *IMPORTANT*

If you haven’t already, please be sure a parent or guardian has signed our electronic Liability Release here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5afd63f9ee18b/web/

**THIS IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CLINIC THIS WEEKEND**

DROP OFF & PICKUP LOCATION

    • Alafia River State Park, 14326 South County Road 39, Lithia, FL 33547
    • Meet your instructors at UBC Bike Shop by the main parking area (see link below).
    • **Alafia River State Park has a $5/vehicle fee.
    • Link to UBC on Google Maps here ——> https://goo.gl/maps/a4V5xeoK6EygCXcp9

    SCHEDULE

    **Please note, Alafia River State Park can be busy on the weekends. Please plan to arrive a little early in case there is a short line to get into the park.

    SATURDAY

    • 1:00pm  – Check-in //  Look for the Ninja instructors in their Ninja Jerseys! 
    • 1:15pm – Clinic starts 
    • 4:15pm – 4:30pm – Clinic wrap up // pick up at the same place you dropped off
      • Please check in with instructors so they know each kiddo is going home with the correct person.

    INSTRUCTORS

    Click here to see who your instructors and onsite contacts are for this weekend.

    WHAT TO BRING

    • Mountain bike in good working order 
    • A helmet (that fits properly)
    • Closed toe shoes
    • Snacks and water/hydration (we will take a snack break mid-morning)
    • Appropriate clothing layers for the weather
    • If locally mandated, bring a face covering.
    • A backpack for carrying clothes, water, snacks, sunscreen, rain jacket

    SPECIAL NOTES FOR PARENTS / GUARDIANS:

    • Please let the instructors know of any health information that is pertinent (inhalers, EpiPens, etc).  All Ninja instructors are first aid certified. 
    • PHOTOS: If you don’t want photos of your child taken at the clinic or posted to Ninja social media, please let us know.

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Can I stay and watch the clinic?

    This is a Kids Clinic which means this class is for…..kids! With that, we kindly ask that parents leave their students to enjoy the clinic and avoid watching from the sidelines. We find that kids thrive when they are left to focus with their Ninja instructors.

    What kind of bike should my student bring to their Ninja Kids Clinic? 

    Students should bring a bike in good, working order with mountain bike tires.  If the bike has been sitting in the garage for a few years, consider taking it into your local bike shop for a quick tune-up.  The bike must have hand brakes.  We cannot allow coaster brakes (the kind where you pedal backwards on the bike to brake), as these are not safe for mountain biking.  Also don’t forget to bring a properly fitting helmet!  

    Should I tip the instructors?

    While gratuity is not required or expected, it’s certainly appreciated by the instructors! 5-10% for each guest is Industry Standard for exceptional service, support, and expertise. Unless you’d like to tip separately, instructors divide tips among themselves.

    COVID-19 

    All of our clinics across the country are following local guidelines for COVID-19 (including any orders regarding face coverings, social distancing, group size restrictions, etc.). We ask that participants be informed as to any local COVID-19 restrictions that may apply to outdoor gatherings and travel to and from the event.

    ….more frequently asked questions and answers HERE!

    Need further assistance? Contact Ninja Customer Service at [email protected]

    Want to be a Ninja when you grow up? Why wait!? Sign your kiddo up to join us at our amazing kids clinic in Alafia, FL! Our instructors will get your Ninjas riding safely and skillfully on any trail they come across! Take a look at what our Alafia, FL  kids clinic has to offer below 

    Best investment ever.

    Best investment ever. The Ninja mountain bike skill clinics will definitely bring up your riding level a notch or two....
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    2014-03-19T14:41:16-07:00
    Best investment ever. The Ninja mountain bike skill clinics will definitely bring up your riding level a notch or two. Being able to get instant feedback from the instructor (s) in this case Richard La China and his assistant is invaluable. From getting the correct riding position to improving the skills necessary to have a fast flow through the trails builds confidence and is the key to having more fun when mountain bike riding. Also I've taken one-on-one lessons (with Richard La China) and it really speeds up the learning (in my case it was basic jumping) in any area where you deem to be weak in or just need improvement. ~ Thad G.  

    I would recommend this to riders of all skill levels and ages.

    I want to thank the Ninja Mountain Bike Camp and instructor Richard La China for a great weekend on April...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2017-05-04T08:04:07-07:00
    I want to thank the Ninja Mountain Bike Camp and instructor Richard La China for a great weekend on April 22-23rd. As an 59 year old ex-MX racer and 28 year Mt bike rider, found the personal instruction and group demonstrations were instrumental in my growth as a rider. You can teach an old dog new tricks. The seeing "new" lines, different jumping techniques and cornering skills all helped me open my eyes to a world of riding I had not experienced on my own. I want to all of the attendees for a great experience. I would recommend this to riders of all skill levels and ages. ~Joel Palmer

    The coaches were awesome!

    I went to the clinic that was offered April 6-9 at Mulberry Gap in Elljay Georgia. The coaches were awesome!...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2017-06-05T14:20:28-07:00
    I went to the clinic that was offered April 6-9 at Mulberry Gap in Elljay Georgia. The coaches were awesome! I was riding faster with more control than ever before! If you want to get better take one of their camps! ~Bill S.

    Within one hour we we clearing a 5 foot jump easily!

    Wow, a friend and I just did a one day private lesson with Richard and I can’t believe how much...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2017-08-19T13:52:49-07:00
    Wow, a friend and I just did a one day private lesson with Richard and I can’t believe how much we learned. I’ve been riding for over 10 years but with all self taught skills. We wanted to learn fundamentals the right way and Richard took us through all of that (along with critical bike setup) and the intermediate stuff that they teach in one day plus he spent an extra hour at the end to teach us jumping which I had always been nervous about. Within one hour we we clearing a 5 foot jump easily and with confidence, we even learned to move the bike in the air on a crossed take off and landing. I think my favorite part thpugh was riding fast on the very gnarly technical descent. We will be booking up more private lessons during the summer at Big Bear. Thanks Richard you are a very good teacher! ~John U.

    My riding improved instantly!

    I attended an intermediate skill clinic last year and had an awesome time.  My riding improved instantly and I have...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2014-03-19T14:16:07-07:00
    I attended an intermediate skill clinic last year and had an awesome time.  My riding improved instantly and I have really enjoyed the increased confidence jumping my bike over obstacles. My muscle memory takes a while to kick in and Coach Richard and his crew of master Ninjas were really patient with me.  I even got some bonus education on climbing faster during one of our warm-up laps! Even though I have been riding for years I learned something new with every skill taught.  The clinic was worth every penny and I will be signing up for an advanced one this summer. ~Michael W.  

    Richard and Kristen were awesome!

    Went to the beginner Ninja clinic at Alison. Richard and Kristen were awesome!  We all got the opportunity to work...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2014-03-19T14:41:56-07:00
    Went to the beginner Ninja clinic at Alison. Richard and Kristen were awesome!  We all got the opportunity to work on improving our skills with their feedback. Next time I would definitely do the intermediate clinic or do a one-on-one session. Richard is super patient and provides great feedback and riding tips. ~ Lisa D.

    My speed and confidence going down steep descents have been SIGNIFICANTLY improved!

    I just had my first race (XC endurance) since I did the camp and both my speed and confidence going...
    Ninja Mountain Bike Skills
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    2017-05-04T08:06:22-07:00
    I just had my first race (XC endurance) since I did the camp and both my speed and confidence going down steep descents have been SIGNIFICANTLY improved. I would not have attempted 50% of the drops and jumps on the course prior to participating in the clinic, and my overall time would have been much slower. The first two hours of the class (int/adv Sedona) made the whole thing more than worth it, and the rest of the two days seemed like a bonus. Both Courtney and Richard were encouraging and patient, and both had that classic mountain biker charm and humor ready when the moment called for it. Overall a very enjoyable and valuable weekend. For reference, I participate in amateur XC endurance races (with no hope of ever coming close to winning anything) and have been riding for about two years. I was worried before taking the class that I would not be skilled enough, but the int/adv was appropriate for my skill level. If you're worried, just go for it anyway. There is a good mix of people and everyone was very friendly! ~Alana Bencivengo
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