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FIRST HIT ACADEMY
FIRST HIT ACADEMY
Downhill curriculum is tailored for kids aged 7-12 who are interested in getting into gravity riding or downhill racing - we often split the groups in First Hit to keep it at the right level for all.
Course Details
Price: $195.00
Age: 7 - 12
Duration: 2 hours
Capacity: 5 riders
Rider experience: Beginner
Type of trails: Open fields to green & blue graded trails
4 x consecutive mornings of coaching
Introduction to Mountain Biking
- Overview of different types of mountain biking disciplines, focusing on downhill riding.
- Introduction to mountain bike anatomy and safety gear.
- Basic bike handling skills: starting, stopping, turning, and shifting gears.
- Introduction to basic trail etiquette and safety rules.
Week 2: Fundamentals of Downhill Riding
- Body positioning and balance on the bike: centered stance, weight distribution, and using knees and elbows as suspension.
- Basic bike control exercises on flat terrain: braking technique, cornering, and body movement.
- Practice riding over small obstacles like rocks and roots to develop bike handling skills.
Introduction to Downhill Trails
- Introduction to downhill trail features: berms, jumps, drops, rollers, and technical sections.
- Understanding trail markings and signage.
- Practice riding on beginner-level downhill trails with gradual descents and minimal obstacles.
Building Confidence on Downhill Trails
- Techniques for descending steeper terrain: controlled braking, maintaining speed, and line choice.
- Introduction to pumping terrain features for speed and flow.
- Progressive skill drills on more challenging downhill trails under supervision.
Developing Jumping Skills
- Introduction to jumping technique: preloading, takeoff, and landing.
- Start with small tabletop jumps and gradually progress to gap jumps.
- Emphasis on safety and proper landing techniques.
Advanced Downhill Skills
- Fine-tuning cornering technique for high-speed turns.
- Techniques for navigating technical terrain: rock gardens, off-camber sections, and steep chutes.
- Introduction to advanced trail features like wooden bridges and wall rides.
Race Preparation
- Overview of downhill racing formats and rules.
- Practice race runs on designated downhill trails.
- Introduction to timed runs and race strategy.
Race Simulation and Review
- Simulated downhill race day experience with timed runs and mock competition.
- Review of individual performance and areas for improvement.
- Discussion on sportsmanship and respecting fellow riders on the trail.
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