Temecula ~ After School Program

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.

 Thursdays: 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6

Don’t forget to include your rider’s t-shirt and glove size at checkout!

We can’t wait to see your rider on the trails!

Vail Lake ~ Cornering Fundamentals Clinic

Sprockids San Diego Cornering Fundamentals Clinic
Join us for the Sprockids Cornering Fundamentals Clinic, where riders will learn to safely and confidently corner their bikes through flat and berm turns!! Set in a park environment, this clinic offers a progressive approach to cornering with drills, games, and fun activities to master the fundamentals of cornering on two wheels.

What We’ll Cover:

  • Safety Basics: Reviewing bike safety, including the ABC (Air, Brakes, Chain) check, and ensuring proper helmet fit.
  • Core Skills Refresher: Reinforcing the three mountain biking essentials, neutral and ready positions, and body positioning.

Participants should have a solid understanding of these foundational skills, as they will build upon them in this clinic.

Your Rider Will Learn:

  • Control Techniques: Steering vs leaning, body rotation, directional focus.
  • Body Position: Mastering a low, centered and pedals level position for maximum traction.
  • Pressure Control: Learning how to control pressure to weight and unweight the bike.
  • Cornering Mechanics: Practicing proper body mechanics through entry, apex and exit of a corner.

Who Can Join?
This clinic is designed for intermediate to advanced riders aged 8+ with confident bike handling skills. Previous completion of a Sprockids Fundamentals I & II clinic or our After School Program is recommended. If your rider is new to Sprockids and you’re unsure if this clinic is a fit, please contact us to discuss.

What to Bring:
Please ensure your rider arrives prepared with the following:

  • A recently serviced mountain bike.
    • Double-check the chain, brakes, and tire air pressure to ensure everything is in top working order.
  • A snug, properly fitted helmet for safety.
  • Closed-toe sneakers and athletic, weather-appropriate clothing.
  • A water bottle and a light snack for breaks.

Well-fed and hydrated riders enjoy the clinic the most, so please make sure your rider is ready!

We’re excited to help your rider soar to new heights—see you soon!