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RIDE GUIDE COURSE | 1-DAY RIDE LEADER COURSE
The Ride Guide course is designed to train experienced riders how to safely lead, small group rides:
- to beginner to low-intermediate students
- on green and blue, single track terrain
- in a “front country” environment, no more than 1hr away from emergency medical care
- for volunteer club riders, community events or basic mountain bike programs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- Learn how to safely lead group or club rides: There’s a ton of fantastic volunteers out there in the biking community who want to help out with local group or club rides. This course is perfect for providing the necessary training so you can safely manage and lead a group of beginner to intermediate mountain bikers, out on the trails.
- Improve your riding skills: The course will mostly focus on Guiding Skills but will also review the key riding skills and provide you with personal feedback, to help progress your confidence and technique, while leading others.
- Build essential leadership and confidence skills: Talking in front of other people can be challenging, but it’s a great life-skill that mountain bike guiding and teaching can help develop. Similarly, leadership skills, problem solving, team work and confidence skills can all be developed during this course, with a friendly PMBIA Mentor.
- Some key things you’ll learn: Guiding skills such as safety rules, class management and terrain communication. Risk management and organizational skills to run safe, fun group rides. Bike set-up and assessment, plus first aid and mechanics workshops.
- Become more skilled, versatile and adaptable as a rider and as a person.
- Have fun! It’s a day of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Completed Ride Guide Worksheet (available upon registration)
- Confident riding at trail speed on intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months of mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, recommended
- The level 1 course includes the first year of membership to the PMBIA. After the first year, membership is an annual fee.
Time
(Friday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Dupont State Recreational Forest
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10apr(apr 10)8:45 am11(apr 11)4:30 pmEvent OverPMBIA | Air Module (PSE260410AM)Seattle, Washington
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AIR MODULE | 2-DAY DEVELOPMENT MODULE
WHY TAKE THIS MODULE?- To develop overall riding skills, including jumping, drops and cornering skills
- To learn about how to teach more advanced riders, including introducing students to jumps and drops. PLEASE NOTE: Simply taking this module will NOT certify candidates to teach advanced riders, including jumps and drops. To be certified, you must complete the four-day Air Instructor Course.
- To PREPARE for the full, four-day Air Instructor Course, as part of the Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- To RETEST to complete the Air Instructor Course, as part of the Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- To RECERTIFY the Level 2 or 3 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR module and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons of teaching experience is highly recommended but not mandatory
- Completion of the Kids Module is an asset but not mandatory
- Completion of the AIR MODULE Worksheet
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on intermediate to advanced terrain, including green, blue, and black trails
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) is expected but not mandatory as per the Level 1 recommendation
The two-day AIR MODULE is a professional training course that can be used in a variety of ways, by PMBIA instructors beyond the Level 1 Certification. This module includes two days of on-bike training, rider improvement, teaching practice, assessment and feedback, plus access to the PMBIA Reference Guide & AIR Module Booklet.
The first day focuses on skill-based teaching, reviewing the intermediate to advanced skill development ideas on the AIR Instructor Course; including concepts such as skill blending, what/why/how/when/how-much, plus example lesson presentations and practice teaching. Common example lessons reviewed in the AIR Module include bermed corners, flat corners, descending, steeps/rocks rolls and pumping.
Day two will see instructors review the maneuver component of the ‘Air’ Instructor Course, as instructors learn about and practice-teach “intro to jumps and drops” lessons, to intermediate riders. Additional workshops including the AIR MODULE worksheet (to be completed before the course), goal setting and suspension set-up, will also be included.
The module will provide a detailed look into the riding and teaching standards of the full Air Instructor course as they relate to the Level 2 and 3 standards, while providing an opportunity for instructors to calibrate their own performance and skill level against these standards.
Time
10 (Friday) 8:45 am - 11 (Saturday) 4:30 pm
Location
Duthie Hill Mountian Bike Park
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11apr(apr 11)8:45 am13(apr 13)4:30 pmEvent OverPMBIA | Level 1 (PSC260411L1)Santa Cruz, California
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
11 (Saturday) 8:45 am - 13 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Wilder Ranch
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14apr8:45 am4:30 pmEvent OverPMBIA | Kids Module (PSC260414L1)Santa Cruz, CaliforniaLive Now
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
Time
(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Wilder Ranch
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17apr(apr 17)8:45 am19(apr 19)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PSA260417L1)Salida, Colorado
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
17 (Friday) 8:45 am - 19 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Arkansas Hills Trails
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24apr(apr 24)8:45 am26(apr 26)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PFR250424L1)Fruita, Colorado
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
24 (Friday) 8:45 am - 26 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
18 Road MTB Trails
18 Road Trailhead, Fruita, CO 81521
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
24 (Friday) 8:45 am - 26 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Moab Brand Trails (Bar M)
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
27 (Monday) 8:45 am - 29 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Slaughter Pen Trails
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01may8:45 am03(may 3)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PCH260501L1)Chattanooga, TN
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
1 (Friday) 8:45 am - 3 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Raccoon Mountain
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
8 (Friday) 8:45 am - 10 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Blue Hills Reservation
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11may8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Ride Guide (PBN260511RD)Boston, Massachusetts
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RIDE GUIDE COURSE | 1-DAY RIDE LEADER COURSE
The Ride Guide course is designed to train experienced riders how to safely lead, small group rides:
- to beginner to low-intermediate students
- on green and blue, single track terrain
- in a “front country” environment, no more than 1hr away from emergency medical care
- for volunteer club riders, community events or basic mountain bike programs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- Learn how to safely lead group or club rides: There’s a ton of fantastic volunteers out there in the biking community who want to help out with local group or club rides. This course is perfect for providing the necessary training so you can safely manage and lead a group of beginner to intermediate mountain bikers, out on the trails.
- Improve your riding skills: The course will mostly focus on Guiding Skills but will also review the key riding skills and provide you with personal feedback, to help progress your confidence and technique, while leading others.
- Build essential leadership and confidence skills: Talking in front of other people can be challenging, but it’s a great life-skill that mountain bike guiding and teaching can help develop. Similarly, leadership skills, problem solving, team work and confidence skills can all be developed during this course, with a friendly PMBIA Mentor.
- Some key things you’ll learn: Guiding skills such as safety rules, class management and terrain communication. Risk management and organizational skills to run safe, fun group rides. Bike set-up and assessment, plus first aid and mechanics workshops.
- Become more skilled, versatile and adaptable as a rider and as a person.
- Have fun! It’s a day of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Completed Ride Guide Worksheet (available upon registration)
- Confident riding at trail speed on intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months of mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, recommended
- The level 1 course includes the first year of membership to the PMBIA. After the first year, membership is an annual fee.
Time
(Monday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Blue Hills Reservation
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
14 (Thursday) 8:45 am - 16 (Saturday) 4:30 pm
Location
Village Greens Park
9501 E. Union Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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**If you live in the New River Gorge, you can become a Certified Mountain Bike Coach &
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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15 (Friday) 8:45 am - 17 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Arrowhead Bike Farm
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18may(may 18)8:45 am20(may 20)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PDO250518L1)Dolores, Colorado
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Zuma Bike Ranch has some reservable onsite campsites. Check them out if you plan to camp in
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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18 (Monday) 8:45 am - 20 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Zuma Bike Ranch
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29may(may 29)8:45 am31(may 31)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PBL260529L1)Bellingham, Washington
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
29 (Friday) 8:45 am - 31 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Galbraith Mountain
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29may(may 29)8:45 am31(may 31)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PHA260529L1)Harrisonburg, Virginia
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Your trail pass for Western Slope trails will be covered by PMBIA.
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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29 (Friday) 8:45 am - 31 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Western Slope Trails
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29may(may 29)8:45 am31(may 31)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PWY260529L1)Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Curt Gowdy has an entrance fee that participants will pay upon arrival.
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
29 (Friday) 8:45 am - 31 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Curt Gowdy State Park
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Complimentary lift tickets will be provided for this course.
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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29 (Friday) 8:45 am - 31 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Silver Mountain Bike Park
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30may01junPMBIA | Level 1 (PAR260530L1)Bentonville, Arkansas
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
May 30 (Saturday) 8:45 am - June 1 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Slaughter Pen Trails
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30may01junPMBIA | Level 1 (PAR260530L1)Bentonville, Arkansas
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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May 30 (Saturday) 8:45 am - June 1 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Slaughter Pen Trails
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01jun8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PHA260601KD)Harrisonburg, Virginia
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Your trail pass for Western Slope trails will be covered by PMBIA.
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
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(Monday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Western Slope Trails
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02jun8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PAR260602KD)Bentonville, Arkansas
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
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(Tuesday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Slaughter Pen Trails
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04jun(jun 4)8:45 am07(jun 7)4:30 pmPMBIA | AIR Course (PAR260604AR)Bentonville, Arkansas
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AIR INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE– ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The AIR Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the AIR course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to tabletop jumps and drops. The AIR course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;- Cornering, descending and pumping with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Riding steeps with more speed control and technical terrain with more flow and efficiency
- Riding jumps and drops with more confidence and consistency
The AIR Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:
- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: lift accessed bike parks, trail centres with jump/flow trails
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Bermed Corners, Flat Corners, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Rock Rolls, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introducing riders to Jumps & Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
PREREQUISITES
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
HOW THE AIR COURSE WORKS FOR BOTH LEVEL 2 AND 3 CERTIFICATIONS... LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The Level 2 Certification requires instructors to attend either the four-day AIR Instructor Course, or the four-day TECH Instructor Course. This allows instructors at the Level 2 stage, to choose which type of course best suits their needs as a rider and instructor. After the instructor has passed both the riding and teaching components from the course, they will receive the Level 2 Certification. LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The modular Level 3 Certification requires instructors to complete both the 4-day AIR Instructor Course and the 4-day TECH Instructor Course, plus the Kids Module. The purpose of this modular approach to the Level 3 Certification is to provide a training pathway that builds a diverse, adaptable and refined, advanced instructor that can truly benefit the mountain bike industry. A PMBIA Level 3 Instructor will be able to work to a high degree of competency in a wide variety of mountain bike programs and industry positions. PRECAP ASSESSMENT SYSTEM | PROCESSING | EMERGING | CONSISTENT | AUTONOMOUS | PROFECIENT LEVEL 2: When an instructor takes their first Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 2 Certification, they must show at a minimum, a ‘consistent’ level of skill to pass both teaching and riding assessments. LEVEL 3: When an instructor takes their second Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 3 Certification, they must mostly show an ’autonomous’ (refined) level of skill, to pass both teaching and riding assessments.
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4 (Thursday) 8:45 am - 7 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Slaughter Pen Trails
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04jun(jun 4)8:45 am06(jun 6)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PPC260604L1)Park City, Utah
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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4 (Thursday) 8:45 am - 6 (Saturday) 4:30 pm
Location
Trailside Park
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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12 (Friday) 8:45 am - 14 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Sky Mountain Trail Network
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13jun8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Ride Guide (PPC260613RD)Park City, Utah
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RIDE GUIDE COURSE | 1-DAY RIDE LEADER COURSE
The Ride Guide course is designed to train experienced riders how to safely lead, small group rides:
- to beginner to low-intermediate students
- on green and blue, single track terrain
- in a “front country” environment, no more than 1hr away from emergency medical care
- for volunteer club riders, community events or basic mountain bike programs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- Learn how to safely lead group or club rides: There’s a ton of fantastic volunteers out there in the biking community who want to help out with local group or club rides. This course is perfect for providing the necessary training so you can safely manage and lead a group of beginner to intermediate mountain bikers, out on the trails.
- Improve your riding skills: The course will mostly focus on Guiding Skills but will also review the key riding skills and provide you with personal feedback, to help progress your confidence and technique, while leading others.
- Build essential leadership and confidence skills: Talking in front of other people can be challenging, but it’s a great life-skill that mountain bike guiding and teaching can help develop. Similarly, leadership skills, problem solving, team work and confidence skills can all be developed during this course, with a friendly PMBIA Mentor.
- Some key things you’ll learn: Guiding skills such as safety rules, class management and terrain communication. Risk management and organizational skills to run safe, fun group rides. Bike set-up and assessment, plus first aid and mechanics workshops.
- Become more skilled, versatile and adaptable as a rider and as a person.
- Have fun! It’s a day of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Completed Ride Guide Worksheet (available upon registration)
- Confident riding at trail speed on intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months of mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, recommended
- The level 1 course includes the first year of membership to the PMBIA. After the first year, membership is an annual fee.
Time
(Saturday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Park City - East Canyon
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The bike park is closed during this course but complimentary lifts will be provided.
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
15 (Monday) 8:45 am - 17 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Thunder Mountain Bike Park
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Complimentary lift tickets will be provided for this course.
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AIR INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE– ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The AIR Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the AIR course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to tabletop jumps and drops. The AIR course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;- Cornering, descending and pumping with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Riding steeps with more speed control and technical terrain with more flow and efficiency
- Riding jumps and drops with more confidence and consistency
The AIR Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:
- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: lift accessed bike parks, trail centres with jump/flow trails
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Bermed Corners, Flat Corners, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Rock Rolls, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introducing riders to Jumps & Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
PREREQUISITES
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
HOW THE AIR COURSE WORKS FOR BOTH LEVEL 2 AND 3 CERTIFICATIONS... LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The Level 2 Certification requires instructors to attend either the four-day AIR Instructor Course, or the four-day TECH Instructor Course. This allows instructors at the Level 2 stage, to choose which type of course best suits their needs as a rider and instructor. After the instructor has passed both the riding and teaching components from the course, they will receive the Level 2 Certification. LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The modular Level 3 Certification requires instructors to complete both the 4-day AIR Instructor Course and the 4-day TECH Instructor Course, plus the Kids Module. The purpose of this modular approach to the Level 3 Certification is to provide a training pathway that builds a diverse, adaptable and refined, advanced instructor that can truly benefit the mountain bike industry. A PMBIA Level 3 Instructor will be able to work to a high degree of competency in a wide variety of mountain bike programs and industry positions. PRECAP ASSESSMENT SYSTEM | PROCESSING | EMERGING | CONSISTENT | AUTONOMOUS | PROFECIENT LEVEL 2: When an instructor takes their first Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 2 Certification, they must show at a minimum, a ‘consistent’ level of skill to pass both teaching and riding assessments. LEVEL 3: When an instructor takes their second Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 3 Certification, they must mostly show an ’autonomous’ (refined) level of skill, to pass both teaching and riding assessments.
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18 (Thursday) 8:45 am - 21 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Thunder Mountain Bike Park
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
19 (Friday) 8:45 am - 21 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Big Sky Resort
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22jun(jun 22)8:45 am24(jun 24)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PTR260622L1)Winter Park, Colorado
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Complimentary lift tickets will be provided for this course.
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
22 (Monday) 8:45 am - 24 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Trestle Bike Park
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22jun(jun 22)8:45 am24(jun 24)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PBS260622L1)Big Sky, Montana
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Lift tickets are not included in the cost of this course. Participants will need to purchase lift
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
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22 (Monday) 8:45 am - 24 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Big Sky Resort
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25jun8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PTR260625KD)Winter Park, Colorado
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Complimentary lift tickets will be provided for this course.
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
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(Thursday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Trestle Bike Park
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26jun(jun 26)8:45 am28(jun 28)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PCS260626L1)Colorado Springs, Colorado
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
26 (Friday) 8:45 am - 28 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Palmer Park
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
16 (Thursday) 8:45 am - 18 (Saturday) 4:30 pm
Location
Raystown MTB Skills Park + Allegrippis Trails
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19jul8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PRA260719KD)Huntingdon, Pennsylvania (Raystown)
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
Time
(Sunday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Raystown MTB Skills Park + Allegrippis Trails
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AIR INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE– ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The AIR Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the AIR course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to tabletop jumps and drops. The AIR course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;- Cornering, descending and pumping with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Riding steeps with more speed control and technical terrain with more flow and efficiency
- Riding jumps and drops with more confidence and consistency
The AIR Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:
- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: lift accessed bike parks, trail centres with jump/flow trails
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Bermed Corners, Flat Corners, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Rock Rolls, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introducing riders to Jumps & Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
PREREQUISITES
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
HOW THE AIR COURSE WORKS FOR BOTH LEVEL 2 AND 3 CERTIFICATIONS... LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The Level 2 Certification requires instructors to attend either the four-day AIR Instructor Course, or the four-day TECH Instructor Course. This allows instructors at the Level 2 stage, to choose which type of course best suits their needs as a rider and instructor. After the instructor has passed both the riding and teaching components from the course, they will receive the Level 2 Certification. LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The modular Level 3 Certification requires instructors to complete both the 4-day AIR Instructor Course and the 4-day TECH Instructor Course, plus the Kids Module. The purpose of this modular approach to the Level 3 Certification is to provide a training pathway that builds a diverse, adaptable and refined, advanced instructor that can truly benefit the mountain bike industry. A PMBIA Level 3 Instructor will be able to work to a high degree of competency in a wide variety of mountain bike programs and industry positions. PRECAP ASSESSMENT SYSTEM | PROCESSING | EMERGING | CONSISTENT | AUTONOMOUS | PROFECIENT LEVEL 2: When an instructor takes their first Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 2 Certification, they must show at a minimum, a ‘consistent’ level of skill to pass both teaching and riding assessments. LEVEL 3: When an instructor takes their second Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 3 Certification, they must mostly show an ’autonomous’ (refined) level of skill, to pass both teaching and riding assessments.
Time
July 30 (Thursday) 8:45 am - August 2 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Snowmass Bike Park
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AIR INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE– ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The AIR Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the AIR course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to tabletop jumps and drops. The AIR course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;- Cornering, descending and pumping with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Riding steeps with more speed control and technical terrain with more flow and efficiency
- Riding jumps and drops with more confidence and consistency
The AIR Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:
- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: lift accessed bike parks, trail centres with jump/flow trails
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Bermed Corners, Flat Corners, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Rock Rolls, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introducing riders to Jumps & Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
PREREQUISITES
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
HOW THE AIR COURSE WORKS FOR BOTH LEVEL 2 AND 3 CERTIFICATIONS... LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The Level 2 Certification requires instructors to attend either the four-day AIR Instructor Course, or the four-day TECH Instructor Course. This allows instructors at the Level 2 stage, to choose which type of course best suits their needs as a rider and instructor. After the instructor has passed both the riding and teaching components from the course, they will receive the Level 2 Certification. LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The modular Level 3 Certification requires instructors to complete both the 4-day AIR Instructor Course and the 4-day TECH Instructor Course, plus the Kids Module. The purpose of this modular approach to the Level 3 Certification is to provide a training pathway that builds a diverse, adaptable and refined, advanced instructor that can truly benefit the mountain bike industry. A PMBIA Level 3 Instructor will be able to work to a high degree of competency in a wide variety of mountain bike programs and industry positions. PRECAP ASSESSMENT SYSTEM | PROCESSING | EMERGING | CONSISTENT | AUTONOMOUS | PROFECIENT LEVEL 2: When an instructor takes their first Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 2 Certification, they must show at a minimum, a ‘consistent’ level of skill to pass both teaching and riding assessments. LEVEL 3: When an instructor takes their second Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 3 Certification, they must mostly show an ’autonomous’ (refined) level of skill, to pass both teaching and riding assessments.
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July 30 (Thursday) 8:45 am - August 2 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Snowmass Bike Park
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02aug(aug 2)10:45 am04(aug 4)6:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PVE260802L1)Vernon, New Jersey (Mountain Creek)
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
2 (Sunday) 10:45 am - 4 (Tuesday) 6:30 pm
Location
Mountain Creek Bike Park
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TECH INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The TECH Instructor Course is used to train and certify Level 2 and 3 instructors by offering two different assessment levels for the teaching and riding components. This provides a less intimidating and more progressive training system for Level 2 candidates, while providing more realistic and effective training scenarios for Level 3 candidates. The TECH Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: cross-country trail network
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Technical Climbing, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Cornering, Pedaling Technique & Efficiency, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introduced to Nose Pivot, Wheelies, Manuals, Bunnyhops, Natural Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the TECH course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
The TECH Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the TECH course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to basic versions of technical maneuvers. The TECH course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;
- Technical climbing pedalling technique & efficiency, speed control on steeps
- Cornering, pumping and descending with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Introducing small or basic versions of technical maneuvers such as nose pivots, wheelies, manuals, bunnyhops and small, natural drops
Time
6 (Thursday) 10:45 am - 9 (Sunday) 6:30 pm
Location
Mountain Creek Bike Park
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17aug(aug 17)8:45 am19(aug 19)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PTR260817L1)Winter Park, Colorado
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
17 (Monday) 8:45 am - 19 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm
Location
Trestle Bike Park
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28aug(aug 28)8:45 am30(aug 30)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PPC260828L1)Park City, Utah
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
28 (Friday) 8:45 am - 30 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Trailside Park
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28aug(aug 28)8:45 am31(aug 31)4:30 pmPMBIA | AIR Course (PTR260828AR)Winter Park, Colorado
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AIR INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE– ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The AIR Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the AIR course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to tabletop jumps and drops. The AIR course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;- Cornering, descending and pumping with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Riding steeps with more speed control and technical terrain with more flow and efficiency
- Riding jumps and drops with more confidence and consistency
The AIR Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:
- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: lift accessed bike parks, trail centres with jump/flow trails
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Bermed Corners, Flat Corners, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Rock Rolls, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introducing riders to Jumps & Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
PREREQUISITES
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the AIR course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
HOW THE AIR COURSE WORKS FOR BOTH LEVEL 2 AND 3 CERTIFICATIONS... LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The Level 2 Certification requires instructors to attend either the four-day AIR Instructor Course, or the four-day TECH Instructor Course. This allows instructors at the Level 2 stage, to choose which type of course best suits their needs as a rider and instructor. After the instructor has passed both the riding and teaching components from the course, they will receive the Level 2 Certification. LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATION PATHWAY | The modular Level 3 Certification requires instructors to complete both the 4-day AIR Instructor Course and the 4-day TECH Instructor Course, plus the Kids Module. The purpose of this modular approach to the Level 3 Certification is to provide a training pathway that builds a diverse, adaptable and refined, advanced instructor that can truly benefit the mountain bike industry. A PMBIA Level 3 Instructor will be able to work to a high degree of competency in a wide variety of mountain bike programs and industry positions. PRECAP ASSESSMENT SYSTEM | PROCESSING | EMERGING | CONSISTENT | AUTONOMOUS | PROFECIENT LEVEL 2: When an instructor takes their first Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 2 Certification, they must show at a minimum, a ‘consistent’ level of skill to pass both teaching and riding assessments. LEVEL 3: When an instructor takes their second Intermediate - Advanced Instructor Course as part of the Level 3 Certification, they must mostly show an ’autonomous’ (refined) level of skill, to pass both teaching and riding assessments.
Time
28 (Friday) 8:45 am - 31 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Trestle Bike Park
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10sep8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PDE260910KD)Denver, Colorado
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
Time
(Thursday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Village Greens Park
9501 E. Union Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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TECH INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The TECH Instructor Course is used to train and certify Level 2 and 3 instructors by offering two different assessment levels for the teaching and riding components. This provides a less intimidating and more progressive training system for Level 2 candidates, while providing more realistic and effective training scenarios for Level 3 candidates. The TECH Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: cross-country trail network
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Technical Climbing, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Cornering, Pedaling Technique & Efficiency, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introduced to Nose Pivot, Wheelies, Manuals, Bunnyhops, Natural Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the TECH course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
The TECH Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the TECH course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to basic versions of technical maneuvers. The TECH course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;
- Technical climbing pedalling technique & efficiency, speed control on steeps
- Cornering, pumping and descending with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Introducing small or basic versions of technical maneuvers such as nose pivots, wheelies, manuals, bunnyhops and small, natural drops
Time
11 (Friday) 8:45 am - 14 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Virginia Canyon Mountain Park
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25sep(sep 25)8:45 am27(sep 27)4:30 pmPMBIA | Level 1 (PMO260925L1)Moab, Utah
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LEVEL 1 COURSE | 3-DAY BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The Level 1 course trains both new and experienced instructors to teach and guide beginner to low-intermediate mountain bikers, in both cross country and downhill environments. New instructors learn the tools they need to safely and effectively teach, while experienced instructors will increase their level of skill and understanding in teaching and riding theory that the PMBIA Certifications uniquely provide. A strong focus is given to learning teaching skills in their own right, to develop a sense of this all-important part of a mountain bike lesson. Throughout the course candidates will learn and practice PMBIA’s proven, modern teaching models and skills, enabling them to deliver safe, effective and fun lessons to beginner to low-intermediate riders. Each day of the 3-day course, instructor candidates will learn riding skills and theory, have plenty of time to practice, and receive personal feedback for their own improvement. Additional workshops covering topics such as bike set-up, risk management and first aid, take place throughout the course to further build knowledge and skills during the course. For information on re-certifying, re-tests and crossing over from other certifications, contact us here. WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?- Develop a passion for teaching: Any professional instructor must have a passion for teaching as much as they do for riding. This course will give you the essential tools you need to begin the process of becoming a professional instructor. You’ll learn how important it is to understand teaching as a skill in its own right as you begin the process of developing into a safe, fun and effective mountain bike instructor.
- Recognized Certification from the global industry leader: Gain the industry’s most widely available and globally adopted mountain bike instructor certification, the PMBIA Certification.
- Some key things you’ll learn: How to ride and demonstrate with more skill and consistency, how to plan and execute skill and maneuver-based mountain bike lessons in both cross country and downhill settings and how to guide MTB groups safely on single-track, technical terrain.
- Have fun: It’s 3-days of riding bikes, learning and getting stoked!
- Become your own coach: Through a greater knowledge of riding skills and learning theory, your increased understanding of the sport will help you analyze your own riding and enable you to teach yourself!
- Improve your own riding skills: Learn the all-important, fundamental skills you need to rail corners, gain confidence on technical climbs & descents, and master maneuvers such as front and rear wheel lifts, or rolling drops. Learn how to gain control in any situation to build confidence, safety and fun on your bike.
Time
25 (Friday) 8:45 am - 27 (Sunday) 4:30 pm
Location
Moab Brand Trails (Bar M)
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08oct8:45 am4:30 pmPMBIA | Kids Module (PDE261008KD)Denver, Colorado
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KIDS MODULE | 1-DAY KIDS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT MODULE
The 1-day Kids Module is a professional training module to further the skills and knowledge of PMBIA instructors. The 1-day module is packed with value as instructors learn a multitude of tools to develop their teaching, including but not limited to; how to adapt their lessons for children of different age groups, kids-specific bike and equipment set up, risk management and concussion protocols, more strategies for guiding children safely on technical terrain, as well as explore techniques to help manage the behaviour and expectations of children. While the Kids Module is a great way for Level 1 Instructors to learn more about teaching kids mountain bike programs, it also introduces some new teaching concepts, acting as great preparation for the Level 2 and 3 certifications. The Kids Module also provides access to the latest PMBIA Reference Guide, Kids Module Booklet (complete with course-specific content), and the Kids Module Worksheet. COURSE CONTEXT- Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.
- Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.
- Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.
- The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.
- Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
- Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
- Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
- Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
- Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
- A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
- Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
- A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
- The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.
Time
(Thursday) 8:45 am - 4:30 pm
Location
Village Greens Park
9501 E. Union Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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TECH INSTRUCTOR COURSE | 4-DAY INTERMEDIATE – ADVANCED INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
The TECH Instructor Course is used to train and certify Level 2 and 3 instructors by offering two different assessment levels for the teaching and riding components. This provides a less intimidating and more progressive training system for Level 2 candidates, while providing more realistic and effective training scenarios for Level 3 candidates. The TECH Instructor Course is designed to train PMBIA instructors to teach and guide mountain biking:- to intermediate to advanced riders
- on green, blue and single black diamond (red in Europe), single track terrain
- on typical terrain/location: cross-country trail network
- with common instructors goals (skill based): Technical Climbing, Descending, Steeps/Tech, Cornering, Pedaling Technique & Efficiency, Pumping
- with common instructors goals (maneuver based): Introduced to Nose Pivot, Wheelies, Manuals, Bunnyhops, Natural Drops
- in a “front to mid-country” environment, no more than 2 hrs away from emergency medical care
- during private or group lessons, ranging from 2 to 6 hrs
- for an established mountain bike school, club or coaching service
- PMBIA Level 1 Certification mandatory minimum
- Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the TECH course and must be purchased separately.
- 2+ seasons teaching experience highly recommended, but not mandatory.
- Kids Module is an asset, but not mandatory
- Confident riding at speed with consistent form and technique on technical and flowy intermediate to advanced terrain; including green, blue and black trails.
- 40hr Wilderness First Aid (or equivalent) expected but not mandatory, as per the Level 1 recommendation.
- A minimum age of 17 is required for Level 2 Certifications. Guiding and teaching mountain biking is inherently dangerous and being legally responsible for other adults and children, warrants a minimum age for certified instructors.
The TECH Instructor course is designed for PMBIA instructors to up their game as part of both the PMBIA Level 2 and 3 Certification Pathways. This fun and inspiring course trains instructors to teach intermediate to advanced riders through skills-based teaching concepts for descending, steeps, cornering and technical terrain. The Maneuver-Based teaching component of the TECH course focuses on training instructors to safely introduce students to basic versions of technical maneuvers. The TECH course focuses on the following common intermediate to advanced student goals;
- Technical climbing pedalling technique & efficiency, speed control on steeps
- Cornering, pumping and descending with more confidence/consistency/speed
- Introducing small or basic versions of technical maneuvers such as nose pivots, wheelies, manuals, bunnyhops and small, natural drops
Time
9 (Friday) 8:45 am - 12 (Monday) 4:30 pm
Location
Virginia Canyon Mountain Park
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