After School Mountain Biking Program
Our After School Program teaches essential mountain biking skills in a supportive, fun environment. Riders will develop key skills, including trail safety and stewardship, trail scanning, bike and body positioning, braking, gear shifting, turning, cornering, wheel lifts, climbing and descending, ratcheting, and more!
Who Can Join?
This program is designed for kids aged 8+ who are comfortable riding a geared mountain bike on dirt trails. With a small group size of just 8 participants per session, each rider receives personalized coaching. Parents, feel free to drop off or stay and watch—it’s up to you!
Each participant also receives a swag bag with riding gear and exclusive discounts!
What to Bring:
To ensure a great experience, please have your rider arrive with:
- A recently serviced, geared mountain bike with 24″ or larger wheels.
- Double-check the chain, brakes, and tire pressure for optimal performance.
- A snug, properly fitted helmet for safety.
- Closed-toe sneakers and athletic, weather-appropriate clothing.
- A water bottle and a light snack for hydration and energy.
Well-fed and hydrated riders have the most fun, so please make sure your rider is ready!
Program Highlights:
In the second half of the program, riders will take on real trails, departing from the park into nearby trail networks. Starting with the basics, the program progresses to advanced skills, building confidence and skill so every bike-loving kid can ride like a pro! Expect high levels of flow and fun as they improve their technique and tear up the trails.
**No class on Monday, 3/31/25.
We can’t wait to see your rider on the trails!
The After School Program focuses on the essential skills needed to be a good mountain biker that includes: trail safety and stewardship, trail scanning, bike and body positioning, braking, gear shifting, turning and cornering, wheel lifts, proper climbing and descending, ratcheting and more!
This program is for kids 8+ years old that are comfortable riding a geared mountain bike on dirt trails and is limited to 8 participants each session. Parents you can drop off or hang out at your discretion. The event fee also includes a nifty swag bag with all sorts of riding gear and discounts!
Please come ready with a geared mountain bike that has 24″ or greater wheels, is recently serviced and well working. 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 water bottle and light snack.
Trail rides are incorporated into the 2nd half of the program leaving from the park into the nearby trail network.
This program starts with the basics and progresses to high level shredding that every bike loving kid needs! We guarantee you they will be ripping it up like no other, HIGH levels of FLOW and FUN to be had!
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com to inquire about the program. *
We look forward to seeing you!
After School Mountain Biking Program
Our After School Program teaches essential mountain biking skills in a supportive, fun environment. Riders will develop key skills, including trail safety and stewardship, trail scanning, bike and body positioning, braking, gear shifting, turning, cornering, wheel lifts, climbing and descending, ratcheting, and more!
Who Can Join?
This program is designed for kids aged 8+ who are comfortable riding a geared mountain bike on dirt trails. With a small group size of just 8 participants per session, each rider receives personalized coaching. Parents, feel free to drop off or stay and watch—it’s up to you!
Each participant also receives a swag bag with riding gear and exclusive discounts!
What to Bring:
To ensure a great experience, please have your rider arrive with:
- A recently serviced, geared mountain bike with 24″ or larger wheels.
- Double-check the chain, brakes, and tire pressure for optimal performance.
- A snug, properly fitted helmet for safety.
- Closed-toe sneakers and athletic, weather-appropriate clothing.
- A water bottle and a light snack for hydration and energy.
Well-fed and hydrated riders have the most fun, so please make sure your rider is ready!
Program Highlights:
In the second half of the program, riders will take on real trails, departing from the park into nearby trail networks. Starting with the basics, the program progresses to advanced skills, building confidence and skill so every bike-loving kid can ride like a pro! Expect high levels of flow and fun as they improve their technique and tear up the trails.
We can’t wait to see your rider on the trails!
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.
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please send an email to info@sprockidssd.com to inquire about the program*
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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.
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please send an email to info@sprockidssd.com to inquire about the program*
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Our Fundamentals I Clinic is a fun, engaging way for young riders to develop essential off-road biking skills. Through structured drills, games, and exciting activities, riders will gain confidence and competence in essential biking techniques. Skills are taught in a playful, supportive environment using fun obstacles and games to reinforce learning.
Your Rider Will Learn:
- Bike Safety: Understanding bike safety checks, including the ABC (Air, Brakes, Chain) check.
- Helmet Fit: Proper helmet fitting and safety checks.
- Bike Components & Equipment: Familiarity with essential mountain bike components and equipment.
- Core Skills: Mastering the three mountain bike essentials, neutral and ready positions, bike body positioning, and effective separation.
- Gear Shifting & Braking: How to shift gears smoothly and brake effectively.
Who Can Join? This clinic is ideal for riders aged 7+ who feel comfortable riding their bikes off-road.
What to Bring:
- A recently serviced mountain bike with a 20″ or larger wheel size and working gears.
- A properly fitted helmet (snug fit is important).
- Closed-toe sneakers and athletic, weather-appropriate clothing.
- A bike-mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.
Well-fed and hydrated riders get the most out of our clinic, so please ensure your rider is fueled up!
Parents Can Participate! Join in and learn alongside your child! Just bring the same required equipment and reserve a ticket for yourself.
We’re excited to welcome you soon for a fantastic riding experience!
Our Fundamentals I Clinic is a fun, engaging way for young riders to develop essential off-road biking skills. Through structured drills, games, and exciting activities, riders will gain confidence and competence in essential biking techniques. Skills are taught in a playful, supportive environment using fun obstacles and games to reinforce learning.
Your Rider Will Learn:
- Bike Safety: Understanding bike safety checks, including the ABC (Air, Brakes, Chain) check.
- Helmet Fit: Proper helmet fitting and safety checks.
- Bike Components & Equipment: Familiarity with essential mountain bike components and equipment.
- Core Skills: Mastering the three mountain bike essentials, neutral and ready positions, bike body positioning, and effective separation.
- Gear Shifting & Braking: How to shift gears smoothly and brake effectively.
Who Can Join? This clinic is ideal for riders aged 7+ who feel comfortable riding their bikes off-road.
What to Bring:
- A recently serviced mountain bike with a 20″ or larger wheel size and working gears.
- A properly fitted helmet (snug fit is important).
- Closed-toe sneakers and athletic, weather-appropriate clothing.
- A bike-mounted water bottle or hydration pack and a light snack.
Well-fed and hydrated riders get the most out of our clinic, so please ensure your rider is fueled up!
Parents Can Participate! Join in and learn alongside your child! Just bring the same required equipment and reserve a ticket for yourself.
We’re excited to welcome you soon for a fantastic riding experience!
Join us with your young riders to explore the local trail system at dusk in some festive wear and decorations! Wear your favorite holiday gear, and/or decorate your bike (anything safe to ride with)! This is a beginner Sprockids Family Ride. Our guides will lead the adventure around Lake Hodges exploring the area’s fun and flowy single track!
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+.
PARENTS: This is an event for you to ride alongside your young shredder, please book a ticket for yourself as well.
EQUIPMENT: Geared mountain bike with hand brakes and 24″ wheel or greater, weather appropriate clothing and closed toed shoes, bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack, snack and a fun positive attitude! Also, don’t forget the charged lights!
If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider and their ability level PLEASE reach out!
* *Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please send an email to info@sprockidssd.com to inquire about the program**
We look forward to riding with you!
Grab your lights and join us for an evening exploring the Lake Hodges Trails. This is an INTERMEDIATE ride and participants should be familiar and comfortable riding on single track trails during the daytime to participate. This ride is open to riders 8+. Expect to ride 6-8 miles on trails with varying terrain.
We are excited to announce that adults can participate alongside your youth rider. The same skill, equipment and bike requirements stated above apply for adults. You must also reserve a spot for yourself to join in on the ride.
EQUIPEMENT: Geared mountain bike with at least 24” wheels and hand breaks, charged and working front bike light, weather and time appropriate clothing, closed toed shoes, water and a snack.
BIKE LIGHTS: A bike light that is mounted to the rider’s helmet or handle bars is also required for this ride. The bike light should be at least 900 lumens. We have a few lights that can be borrowed for the ride, if you need a light please email info@sprockidssd.com prior to registering.
Night rides are a great way to explore local trails and we are looking forward to an adventure filled evening!
* 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 seeing you out on the trail!
Bring your young riders out to explore the area and trails around Lake Hodges! This is an intermediate Sprockids Adventure open to riders age 8+. Our guides will start at the historic Sike’s Adobe and ride into the surrounding trail system exploring the area’s vast fun and flowy trails and open space areas.
This is the “Adventure in Your Own Backyard Adventure Ride.” From Sike’s we will push off west along the North Shore Trail System and make our way out to the Lake Hodges Dam. It’s a mix of fun, flowy trails and a few technical bits all with exceptional views and good times. Total mileage will be about 16 miles and under 1,000 ft elevation gain.
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 trails. We will be providing lunch after the ride, please pack trail snacks.
This event is departing from the parking area near Sike’s Adobe.
EQUIPMENT: A geared mountain bike that has a wheel size of 24″ or greater, is recently serviced and well working. Don’t forget to double check the chain, brakes and tire air pressure. Weather appropriate clothing and closed toed shoes, bike mounted water bottle or hydration pack, snack and a fun positive attitude!
Parents, you are encouraged to participate in our rides alongside your child. The same skill, equipment, and bike requirements stated above apply for parents and you must also book yourself a ticket.
If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider and their ability level PLEASE reach out!
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com for more information.*
Join us with your young riders as we explore the varied and diverse trail systems around Lake Hodges! This is an intermediate Sprockids Trail Rides Program.
Participants for this ride should be comfortable riding off-road on undulating terrain, previous trail riding experience is recommended. Expect to pedal around 5 miles for the early rides, growing into 12 mile rides by the final meeting.
PARENTS: This is an event for you, if desired, to ride alongside your young shredder at no additional cost. Please only book for your child but, let us know in the comments box if you plan to ride.
EQUIPMENT: Please come ready with a geared mountain bike that has 24″ or greater wheels, is recently serviced and well working. 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 water bottle and light snack.
If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider and their ability level PLEASE reach out.
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com to inquire about the program. *
We look forward to riding with you!
Riding a bike is SO MUCH FUN and we want to help everyone enjoy this amazing, lifelong, outdoor activity! This two hour clinic provides a step-by-step process on how to confidently ride a bike. Through engaging activities teaching and reinforcing skills we’ll have everyone rolling in no time! Our friendly professional coaching staff in combination with a small coach to rider class ratio will help to overcome fears and teach important skills. Learning the skills of paddling and wiggling will get every rider on the way to confidently start and stop, understand how to maneuver bikes around obstacles, and much more! Our fun, unique, and proven instruction methods will help everyone experience the joy of riding a bike!
Participants for this clinic should arrive with their own bike without training wheels. Rider should be able to sit on the seat with their feet flat on the ground. The event is open to everyone age 4+. For riders 4-12 years old, an accompanying adult may be needed to support their rider throughout the clinic. Also, don’t forget hydration (water bottle or hydration pack) and a small snack.
PARENTS: Mom and Dad, do you need help learning to ride a bike as well? Great news, we will teach you alongside your child! Please sign yourself up as well.
EQUIPMENT: Weather appropriate clothing and closed toed shoes, hydration (water bottle or hydration pack), a small snack, and a fun positive attitude!
If you have questions regarding if this clinic is appropriate for your rider please reach out!
We look forward to riding with you!
* Scholarships are available for families that would like to participate at a reduced rate, please email info@sprockidssd.com for more information.*
