JUNIOR COACHING
HOLIDAY
CAMPS
School holiday camps for junior riders ready to push themselves. Race simulations and performance camps build confidence and capability.
RACE SIMULATIONS
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMPS
sharpen skills and racecraft
Practice and racing can feel like two different worlds.
These camps are built to close that gap, recreating a competitive race weekend at Skyline so riders can work on their own race processes, free from the pressure of results.
These camps promote personal growth, not comparative results. Without the pressure of racing against others, riders are free to focus on their own processes, experiment, and find their personal best with calm confidence
We cover everything that shapes performance on race day: riding, mental preparation, physical readiness and equipment. Riders leave with a clearer understanding of how to find their best performance, and the confidence to do it consistently.
This is aimed at experienced DH riders comfy racing on single black (grade 5) and double black (grade 6) trails but want to refine their race processes.
Need to knows:
2 days of riding from 10am to 4pm at Skyline.
Day 1 - track walk (TBC), practice, seeding.
Day 2 - Practice, final runs.
Strictly limited to 6 riders.
Riders must be on downhill bikes - enduro bikes are not suitable.
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Focused and motivated juniors who are keen to learn more about unlocking performance.
Riders must be comfy on challenging (up to double black/grade 6) trails at skyline.
Come with an open mind and be ready to learn!
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We’ll cover all aspects of a race weekend, from track walk to final runs.
This is about self-development and growth, and how to respond to the stresses of a race weekend using a process-driven strategy.
Being confident in your own processes can prevent falling into self doubt, nervousness and comparison.
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2 days of coaching at Ben Lomond Trails (Skyline).
Days begin at 9.50am.
Lunch for 45 mins at 12pm.
Days finish at 4pm.
If we can, we’ll run rain or shine. If the activity becomes destructive to trails or the risk profile rises excessively, we’ll make adjustments.
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Due to the nature of a performance camp, it is expected that riders arrive with appropriate gear - no exceptions will be made, if unsure, please reach out.
A modern, well maintained downhill bike.
A valid lift pass for Skyline (not included in our pricing).
A full face helmet (mandatory, non-negotiable).
Kneepads (mandatory, non-negotiable).
Gloves, goggles/eye protection, elbow pads, chest/spine protection, shin pads, neck brace are all recommended, but not mandatory.
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We’ll make a call on this closer to the time. It will be a legal trail in the bike park and we will use it respectfully.
The track isn’t the core focus - how we approach it is.
We’ll aim for something in the 1min to 1.30min region.
IS THIS CAMP RIGHT FOR YOUR RIDER?
BEFORE YOU BOOK
These are advanced performance camps. To get the most out of them and to keep everyone safe, riders need to meet the ability requirements below.
RIDER IS READY:
Rides single black (grade 5) trails with good technique, control and speed - not just getting down them, but riding them well.
e.g. Armageddon, El Gato, Bubba, KY
Has spent real time on double black (grade 6) trails and can ride them with control, even if technique isn't fully dialed yet.
e.g. Grundy, Fundy, Ants, HobbitIs on a downhill bike and has (or can get) a valid Skyline lift pass.
Is motivated, coachable and ready to focus on their own performance.
NOT SUITABLE IF…
Still working towards grade 5, or single black trails are still a real challenge.
Little or no time spent on double black trails - these camps build on that foundation, not replace it.
On an enduro or trail bike - downhill bike is mandatory, no exceptions.
Looking for a first structured coaching experience.
NOT SURE IF YOUR RIDER IS READY?
Contact us before booking - Please be honest with where your rider is at. We'd rather have a quick conversation than the wrong rider on the wrong program.