Gravity Youth Camps – Forest of Dean

£55.00

🚵‍♂️ Gravity Youth MTB Sessions 🚵‍♀️

Is your teen ready to take their riding to the next level? 💥

Join our British Cycling qualified coaches for weekly Friday sessions throughout the summer holidays 🌞 — designed for young riders who are passionate about gravity-fed riding and racing 🏁.

These action-packed sessions focus on:

🔧 Advanced riding techniques
🧠 Race strategy & preparation
💪 Fitness planning & performance testing
🥗 Nutrition for young athletes

Perfect for secondary school aged riders (14–17) who are confident on the Forest of Dean’s downhill trails (e.g. Sheepskull, Ski Run) 🏞️. Ideal for those who’ve graduated from our Little Fodders Club 🐾.

🕙 Time: 10:00 – 13:00
📍 Location: Forest of Dean
📅 When: Every Friday during the summer holidays 🌴

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🚵‍♂️ Gravity Youth MTB Sessions 🚵‍♀️

For Young Riders Aged 10+ | Forest of Dean | 🌞

Does your teen love the thrill of downhill trails and want to push their riding further?
Our Gravity Fed Youth MTB Sessions are designed to help young riders develop the skills, strength, and mindset needed for gravity-led mountain biking and racing. Led by British Cycling qualified coaches, these sessions offer a structured, supportive, and fun environment to grow as a rider.

🧭 What to Expect

Each 3-hour session (13:00 – 16:00) includes a mix of:

🔧 Technical Skills Development

Line choice, braking control, cornering, and jumping
Trail awareness and reading terrain
Riding with flow and confidence on steep, technical descents

🧠 Race Preparation & Strategy

Pre-race routines and mental preparation
Managing nerves and building focus
Practice runs and timed sections

💪 Fitness & Performance

On-bike fitness drills and strength-building
Performance testing and goal setting
Recovery strategies and injury prevention

🥗 Nutrition & Lifestyle

Fueling for training and race day
Hydration and energy management
Healthy habits for young athletes

🧒 Who It’s For

Age Group: 10+ years
Experience Level: Confident riding Forest of Dean DH trails (e.g. Sheepskull, Ski Run)
Ideal For: Riders who’ve completed our Little Fodders Club or have similar experience

📍 Session Details

🗓️ When: Every Friday during the summer holidays
🕙 Time: 13:00 – 16:00
📌 Location: Forest of Dean
🎒 What to Bring: A well-maintained MTB, full-face helmet, gloves, pads, water, snacks, and a positive attitude!

🌟 Why Join?

These sessions are more than just riding — they’re about building confidence, independence, and a love for the sport. Whether your child is aiming to race or just wants to ride better and safer, this is the perfect next step.