Are you ready to level up!? Join our Grand Rapids mountain bike skills clinic and become a true Ninja on the trails! Our experienced instructors will teach you new techniques and help you develop the confidence to tackle any terrain. You’ll learn to ride with power, finesse, and grace, all while having an unforgettable adventure. With our fun and supportive community of fellow riders, you’ll make new friends and share your passion for mountain biking. So what are you waiting for? Sign up now and let’s hit the trails together for an epic ride!
NINJA EVENT INFORMATION FOR
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – JUNE 4/5, 2022
ON-LINE EVENT WAIVER | *IMPORTANT*
Please sign our electronic Liability Release here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5afd63f9ee18b/web/
**THIS IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CLINIC THIS WEEKEND**
MEETING LOCATION
- Meijer Sports Complex, Rockford, MI
- Park by the BMX track (see map link below)
- There is a $10 parking fee.
- Link to parking location on google map here ——> https://goo.gl/maps/F1Wj2w9w5CqXJ7Ub9
SCHEDULE
SATURDAY
- 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15)
- Women’s Only Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- Co-ed Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- 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)
INSTRUCTORS
Your instructors and onsite contacts this weekend are:
- Josh Hallock // 954-296-2309
- Heather McNamara // 586-944-9082
- Josh Watson
- Mitch Bray
WHAT TO BRING
- BIKE in good, working order
- HELMET
- Plenty of water and snacks.
- We highly recommend you wear pads.
- If you’re coming for the whole day bring a LUNCH, or plan to find a quick, nearby eatery.
- Please have a face cover accessible on you or in your pack.
- Be sure to check the weather before you come and dress for the conditions. We recommend sunscreen and a rain jacket.
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.
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
Our event is on and following local guidelines for COVID 19. Our instructors have been educated on industry standard COVID 19 guidelines as published by BICP and PMBIA. Please be informed as to any local COVID 19 restrictions that may apply to your travel to and from the event.
- If you are sick, stay home.
- Please have a face cover accessible on you or in your pack (E.g. mask, bandana, buff) for any circumstance where a 6 foot distance can not be maintained (first aid scenarios, check-in, taking shelter from rain, etc.)
- We recommend carrying a small bottle of hand sanitizer in your pack.
….more frequently asked questions and answers HERE!
Need further assistance? Contact Ninja Customer Service at [email protected]