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NINJA EVENT INFORMATION FOR
Alexandria, VA – November 5/6, 2022
***Reminder: If you are joining us on Sunday, remember that daylight saving time is this weekend. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour on Saturday night.
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MEETING LOCATIONS
Saturday – Women’s / Co-ed Fundamentals, Jumping Mini-Clinic, and 2 Day Camp
- Laurel Hill MTB Trails, Lorton, VA
- The lot we are parking in is fairly new and GPS directions often have a glitch that redirects you to a different parking lot. Please click on the map link below and zoom in to see exactly where you should be parking / meeting your instructors. You will be turning off of Lorton Rd across from where Workhouse Rd tees into it, then immediately turning right to the parking area.
- This is NOT the parking lot by the horse arena.
- Link to location on Google Maps —> https://goo.gl/maps/47bYR35bd4RPPZeR6
Sunday – Intermediate / Advanced Clinic and 2 Day Camp
- Fountainhead Regional Park, Fairfax Station, VA
- Link to location on google map here —> https://goo.gl/maps/sk4iB9W6aTYpQnMW9
SCHEDULE
- Women’s Only Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- Co-ed Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm
- Jumping Mini-Clinic | 1:30pm – 4:00pm
SUNDAY
- 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15 pm)
- Intermediate / Advanced Clinic | 8:45am to 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15 pm)
- ***If you are joining us on Sunday, lunch will be shorter that day. Please pack a lunch, as there will not be time to leave for lunch
INSTRUCTORS
WHAT TO BRING
- BIKE in good, working order
- HELMET
- Plenty of water and snacks.
- We highly recommend you wear pads.
- Laurel Hill tends to have poison ivy along the trails. We recommend you wear tall socks and bring some poison ivy wipes just in case.
- If you’re joining us for more than one clinic this weekend and staying for a full day, be sure to bring a LUNCH, or plan to find a quick, nearby eatery.
- If locally mandated, bring a face covering.
- Be sure to check the weather forecast before you come and dress for the conditions. We recommend sunscreen.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What kind of pedals should I have on my bike?
We recommend you ride whatever pedals you’re most comfortable with. If you learned on clipless pedals (clipped in), then please bring those. However, we have found that it’s much easier to learn the majority of the skills with flat pedals if you have some experience on them. Notably, flat pedals are designed to be worn with flat soled shoes (i.e. flat soled mtb specific shoes, skater shoes, vans).
Do I need pads?
Pads are not mandatory at any of our clinics or camps, but we highly recommend you bring (and use) them. We’ve seen a set of pads give our participants that added level of safety and comfort needed for them to have a light-bulb breakthrough moment.
Can I ride an e-bike at this event?
Ninja welcomes e-bikes at our clinics that are held on e-bike friendly trails. We encourage you to do your own research on local e-bike regulations and if you aren’t sure, check with us to see if e-bikes are permitted at the venue you’re considering joining us at. Please note, not all Ninja teaching venues are open to e-bikes.
Should I tip my instructors?
While gratuity is not required or expected, it’s certainly appreciated by your 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!
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