Downhill Mountain Biking in Canada


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Our amazing Mountain Bike Skill Clinics are available for all levels of riders and come in half day (3hr), full day (6hr) and multi-day lesson options - as either a group or private booking. Riding can be XC, DH or both.

ZEPtechniques' Instructors are some of the best in the business with over 10 years instructing and guiding experience in both the Mountain Bike and Snowboard industries; we'll guarantee to take your biking skills to the next level and give you a mountain bike experience of a lifetime!

Skill Clinic options include:

"NEWBIE"

WHO: Someone with little or no experience riding off-road before. Wants to learn the basics and build confidence so they can start riding off-road on their own with some degree of skill, coordination and flow.
Some of the things you might want to learn are:

Bike fit and set-up
Correct use of gears and brakes
Correct Riding Positions for seated riding, climbing and descending
Line Selection: how to scan the trail and select the appropriate lines
Basic Cornering techniques
Basic front and rear wheel lift

"WEEKEND WARRIOR"

WHO: Someone who feels comfortable riding off-road on moderate trails and can perform most or all of the skills in the Newbie Clinic and would like to take their riding to the 'next level' of skill and trail difficulty.
Some of the things you might want to learn are:

More advanced gear and braking techniques
Intermediate line selection skills
Intermediate cornering techniques: berms, off-camber
Drop-offs, bunny-hopping,
Manuals, endos (advanced front & rear wheel lifts)
Introduction to jumping and 'north shore' ladder riding

"BLACK DIAMOND"

WHO: Someone who has been riding for a number of seasons and can perform most or all of the skills in the Weekend Warrior Clinic. Would like to start learning advanced skills.
Some of the things you might want to learn are:

Advanced Braking
Advanced Line Selection
Advanced Cornering techniques - think 'racing'!
Advanced drop-offs and ladder riding
Intro to wall rides and 'steeps'
Intermediate jumping and 'styling it out'

Details

Suitability / Level

All Levels

Minimum Age

Max Group Size

Nearest Airport

Vancouver

Itinerary & Highlights

GROUP:
All ZEP group clinics run the smallest maximum group size in the business, offering you the best quality instruction possible with a max of only 6 riders per group. A minimum of three riders is required for the group clinic pricing.

GROUP PRIVATE:
These clinics offer you a chance to learn in a comfortable, fun environment with your friends, family or whoever it is you like riding with and no one else! A little more expensive as it can obviously restrict the total number of clients we can have in each group. A minimum of 2 riders per clinic is required - if there are six of you then it will be at the normal group rate.

PRIVATE / CUSTOM:
Private clinics are limited to one person only. They are a great chance to get some personalized, tailored coaching to meet the specific needs you require. Whether it's x-country, downhill, skill development, technique analysis, we can develop a coaching program to meet whatever goals or aspirations you have with your riding.

Accommodation & Centre Details

No Accommodation

ZEPtechniques' Instructors are some of the best in the business with over 10 years instructing and guiding experience in both the Mountain Bike and Snowboard industries; we'll guarantee to take your riding to the next level.

ZEPtechniques specializes in offering personalized, professional coaching to meet the needs of each and every rider - whether you are in a private or group clinic. Should you have any questions on any of the information on this page, please feel free to contact us and we will certainly do our best to accommodate any requests or ideas you may have.

Where:
Whistler, B.C. Our home offers some of the best cross country, north shore and downhill trails anywhere in the world. Whether you are a complete beginner or expert rider, Whistler will have the trails for you to have fun and progress your skills on.

Kelowna, B.C. The Okanagan Valley, situated in the Interior of B.C., also has some of the worlds most unique and amazing bike trails. Often the location for many a video segment in the latest bike DVD, Kelowna is home to some great riding - no matter your ability level.

Dates/Timing:
All clinics work on a "first come - first served" basis. Just email us with a preferred day and time so we can put you on the schedule - so book early to get the type of clinic you need! BOOK NOW (link that opens up an email to us so they can book).

FULL or MULTI-DAY CLINICS - 10-4pm with a break for lunch
HALF-DAY CLINICS - 10-1pm & 2-5pm.

Bikes/Equipment:
All riders are required to source their own bikes and safety equipment. If you require a rental bike, we have preferred rates at the best shops in Whistler and Kelowna. HELMETS ARE MANDATORY. In the Bike Park a full face helmet and body armor is also mandatory.