Mt Laguna – Adventure Clinic

May 13, 2023 – $79

Bring your young riders out to explore San Diego’s very own Mt. Laguna! This is an intermediate Sprockids Adventure. Our guides will lead the ride into Mt Laguna exploring iconic trails such as “Gatos” and the “Big Laguna Trail.” Come out and learn with us as we expand upon your riders knowledge including balance techniques, cornering into berms, how to descend rocky technical trails as well as what trail speed is and why it is important.

Riders suitable for this adventure will have a reasonable grasp of bike-body balance techniques, steering and cornering as well as braking. They should overall be confident handling their bike on intermediate, or blue, trails. Expect to ride 10-12 miles with 1,000 feet of elevation over the course of the day. We will be taking a lunch break mid day, please pack a hearty lunch and trail snacks.

This event is held off of Sunrise Highway starting at a nearby campground. Directions will be provided to registered participants within 48 hours of the event start. It is approximately a one hour drive from central San Diego to the trailhead.

LOCATION: San Diego – Mt. Laguna – Sunrise Highway

EVENT DATE: May 13th, 2023

EVENT TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Parents, you are encouraged to participate in our clinics and learn alongside your children! The same skills, equipment and bike requirements stated above apply for parents and you must also book a ticket.

* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com for more information.*

We look forward to riding with you at Mt Laguna!

Mt Laguna – Adventure Clinic

Bring your young riders out to explore San Diego’s very own Mt. Laguna! This is an intermediate Sprockids Adventure. Our guides will lead the ride into Mt Laguna exploring iconic trails such as “Gatos” and the “Big Laguna Trail.” Come out and learn with us as we expand upon your riders knowledge including balance techniques, cornering into berms, how to descend rocky technical trails as well as what trail speed is and why it is important.

Riders suitable for this adventure will have a reasonable grasp of bike-body balance techniques, steering and cornering as well as braking. They should overall be confident handling their bike on intermediate, or blue, trails. Expect to ride 10-12 miles with 1,000 feet of elevation over the course of the day. We will be taking a lunch break mid day, please pack a hearty lunch and trail snacks.

This event is held off of Sunrise Highway starting at a nearby campground. Directions will be provided to registered participants within 48 hours of the event start. It is approximately a one hour drive from central San Diego to the trailhead.

Parents, you are encouraged to participate in our clinics and learn alongside your children! The same skills, equipment and bike requirements stated above apply for parents and you must also book a ticket.

* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com for more information.*

We look forward to riding with you at Mt Laguna!

Santa Sophia ~ Fundamentals

The Sprockids San Diego Fundamentals I clinic teaches off-road skills and essential technique through drills, games, and fun activities.

Your rider will learn: bike safety and how to conduct an ABC bike check, importance of a properly fit helmet and a helmet check, about bike components and equipment, the three mountain bike essentials, what neutral and ready position are and how and when to use them, proper bike body positioning and separation, shifting gears and how to brake effectively. Skills are taught in a playful environment using our obstacles and playing games while on the bike!

This clinic is suitable for riders aged 7+ that are comfortable riding their bikes off-road.

Please come ready with a geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 20″ or greater and is recently serviced and functional. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Wear a properly fitted helmet (snug is important), closed toe sneakers and athletic clothing that is safe to ride in and weather appropriate. Well fed and hydrated riders tend to have the most fun! Please bring a bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.

Parents can participate in our clinics and learn alongside your child. The same skill, equipment and bike requirements stated above apply for parents and you must also book yourself a ticket.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

SDMBA Trailfest ~ Family Ride – Saturday

Special event for Trailfest 2023 Attendees 

Join us with your young riders as we explore the Mt Laguna trail system! This is a beginner Sprockids Family Ride. Our guides will lead the adventure through the beautiful rolling meadows and woods of the Big Laguna Trail!

Participants for this ride should be comfortable riding off-road on undulating terrain. A geared mountain bike with hand brakes is required. Expect to pedal 4-6 miles with slight elevation changes over the course of the ride. Family rides are open to riders ages 8+

This is a special event for SDMBA Trailfest 2023 attendees only.  You must be registered for Trailfest to register or this ride.

PARENTS: This is an event for you to ride alongside your young shredder, please book a ticket for yourself as well.

EQUIPMENT: A geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 24″ or greater and is recently serviced and functional. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Wear a properly fitted helmet (snug is important), closed toe sneakers and athletic clothing that is safe to ride in and weather appropriate. Well fed and hydrated riders tend to have the most fun! Please bring a bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.

If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider and their ability level PLEASE reach out!

We look forward to riding with you!

SDMBA Trailfest ~ Family Ride – Sunday

Special event for Trailfest 2023 Attendees

Join us with your young riders as we explore the Mt Laguna trail system! This is a beginner Sprockids Family Ride. Our guides will lead the adventure through the beautiful rolling meadows and woods of the Big Laguna Trail!

Participants for this ride should be comfortable riding off-road on undulating terrain. A geared mountain bike with hand brakes is required. Expect to pedal 4-6 miles with slight elevation changes over the course of the ride. Family rides are open to riders ages 8+

This is a special event for SDMBA Trailfest 2023 attendees only.  You must be registered for Trailfest to register or this ride.

PARENTS: This is an event for you to ride alongside your young shredder, please book a ticket for yourself as well.

EQUIPMENT: A geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 24″ or greater and is recently serviced and functional. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Wear a properly fitted helmet (snug is important), closed toe sneakers and athletic clothing that is safe to ride in and weather appropriate. Well fed and hydrated riders tend to have the most fun! Please bring a bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.

If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider and their ability level PLEASE reach out!

We look forward to riding with you!

SDMBA Trailfest ~ Fundamentals l – Saturday

Special event for Trailfest 2023 Attendees

The special SDMBA Trailfest edition of Sprockids San Diego Fundamentals I clinic teaches off-road skills and essential technique through drills, games, and fun activities. Proceeds from the Fundamentals I Clinic will go to SDMBA.

Your rider will learn: bike safety and how to conduct an ABC bike check, importance of a properly fit helmet and a helmet check, about bike components and equipment, the three mountain bike essentials, what neutral and ready position are and how and when to use them, proper bike body positioning and separation, shifting gears and how to brake effectively. Skills are taught in a playful environment using our obstacles and playing games while on the bike!

This clinic is suitable for riders aged 8+ that are comfortable riding their bikes off-road. 

Equipment: Please come ready with a geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 20″ or greater and is recently serviced and functional. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Wear a properly fitted helmet (snug is important), closed toe sneakers and athletic clothing that is safe to ride in and weather appropriate. Well fed and hydrated riders tend to have the most fun! Please bring a bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.

We are EXCITED to announce that parents can now once again participate in our clinics and learn alongside your child. The same skill, equipment and bike requirements stated above apply for parents and you must also book yourself a ticket.

Please review our waivers upon checkout and let us know if you have any questions.

Spring Valley Gym ~ Fundamentals

Sprockids San Diego in partnership with the County of San Diego is offering a **FREE** Fundamentals clinic!!

The Fundamentals clinic teaches off-road skills and essential technique through drills, games, and fun activities.

Your rider will learn: bike safety and how to conduct an ABC bike check, importance of a properly fit helmet and a helmet check, about bike components and equipment, the three mountain bike essentials, what neutral and ready position are and how and when to use them, proper bike body positioning and separation, shifting gears and how to brake effectively. Skills are taught in a playful environment using our obstacles and playing games while on the bike!

This clinic is suitable for riders aged 7+ that are comfortable riding their bikes off-road.

Please come ready with a geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 20″ or greater and is recently serviced and functional. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Wear a properly fitted helmet (snug is important), closed toe sneakers and athletic clothing that is safe to ride in and weather appropriate. Well fed and hydrated riders tend to have the most fun! Please bring a bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.

We look forward to seeing you soon!