Go Mountain Bike 3 Day Course
14th to 16th October - Consecutive Days 10am to 4pm
For ages 11 to 15 years
(for ages 8 to 10 years, see 2 day GoMTB Course)
14th to 16th October - Consecutive Days 10am to 4pm
For ages 11 to 15 years
(for ages 8 to 10 years, see 2 day GoMTB Course)
14th to 16th October - Consecutive Days 10am to 4pm
For ages 11 to 15 years
(for ages 8 to 10 years, see 2 day GoMTB Course)
3 days of trail cycling on some of East Lothians fantastic tracks and byways. The 3 days make up a progressive, Go Mountain Bike (GoMTB), course. Cycling Scotland’s GoMTB is for anyone who wants to develop their skills and experience in off-road riding, from those learning basic bike handling skills to riding long technical routes with advanced features.
There are four themes to the award and 5 levels within each theme for all levels of experience, from novice to expert. As this is a personal progression course, candidates may achieve different levels during the 3 days. It is something that can be continued at a later date and there are certificates for the various levels.
The themes are:
riding skills
sharing the outdoors
first aid
being independent and self-supporting
More information regarding GoMTB can be found here: https://www.cycling.scot/what-we-do/training/go-mountain-bike
Price: £150 (This is for 3 consecutive days of tuition and includes certification).
Time: 10am to 4pm each day
Age Range: 11-15 years
Venues:
Day 1 - Ormiston, station car park
Day 2 - Meet Ormiston, pick up Musselburgh, ELC Outdoor Learning Service
Day 3 - Meet East Saltoun Fletcher Hall, pick up Ormiston
What to bring:
Your own bike, which must have gears and be in full working condition
Note! If you do not have a bike and need to borrow one, let us know when you book
Helmet
Clothing suitable for cycling – ideally covering arms and legs
Gloves are recommended
A backpack that is large enough to hold excess clothing and water
Spare inner tube suited to your bike
Water & Snack
Download Information Sheet - Here
