At Elm Farm Cycle Center we offer a range of courses suitable for all abilities. If you are new to mountain biking and need quality instructors to get you moving in the right direction; here we are!

Fully SMBLA qualified, the only Mountainbike Leader Award scheme recognised by the British Cycling Federation, and experienced, patient and friendly too, there's no excuse - get on yer bike!

Sessions can be tailored to suit your confidence and abilities, and are designed to improve your riding skills and enjoyment of the sport.

Superb mountain bikes are available to hire if required.

Beginner or taster sessions suit the less experienced mountain biker who wishes to develop their skills and confidence. We cover a range of fundamental skills that will lead on to more technical trail riding and bike handling. The only prerequisite is the ability to ride a bike!

One-to-one or small groups welcome.

Mountain bike skills Training

Mountain biking is rapidly progressing, as new disciplines develop challenging the ideas of what is ridable. Technical advances in equipment and trail building continue to present new challenges and promote the evolution of this varied and interesting sport.

So what is mountain biking really all about?

This exhilarating sport exists in many guises ranging from endurance distance riding to free riding, jumps, drops and downhill. There really is something for everybody to get stuck into! The foundation techniques for all types of riding are similar and once established can be honed to suit your specific riding style and preference.

It’s about getting out there and riding terrain that gives you a great sense of achievement and exhilaration. We can give you direction and instruction to develop your skills to a higher level. We aim to further your mountain biking progression helping you get the most out of your riding.

Call us now on +44 (0)1209 891498 or email us at tuition@thebikebarn.org to enquire or make a booking.