Welcome to Marmalade MTB’s Taster Rides – off-road sessions for young adventurers! We’re excited to open up the amazing world of mountain biking to the next generation, right here in the beautiful Surrey Hills.
Children aged from 9 to 14 are welcome. We then divide into a group of 9-11-year-olds, and a 12-14 group.
These specially designed 1.5 hour taster sessions are all about getting active, learning new skills, and having a blast on two wheels in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. This session is for children who are comfortable riding bikes on very easy trails, but are new to bumpy off-road terrain – but look out too for our sessions later in the day, ideal for youngsters with a little more off-road experience.
What to expect
Our friendly and professional Marmalade MTB guides lead small groups, ensuring everyone gets plenty of attention and encouragement. We’ll focus on building fundamental skills that build confidence and control on the bike, including:
- The ‘Ready Position’: Learn the core stance for balance and agility on varied terrain
- Effective braking: Master safe and controlled stopping, essential for any off-road adventure
- Reading the trail: Simple tips to help riders navigate bumps, roots, and turns with ease
- Each session is packed with adventure, exploration, and plenty of smiles as we discover the amazing woodland trails. We pride ourselves on creating a super relaxed and sociable atmosphere where young riders feel comfortable, confident, and ready to explore.
Qualified, experienced and fully insured guides
Your children will be in the safe and capable hands of our most experienced and fully qualified local guides/instructors with full first aid training and enhanced DBS checks, who know the Surrey Hills trails inside out.
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