LEARN TO PEDAL
Few of life’s milestones are as memorable as learning to ride a bike. But all too often the process to get there is full of anxiety, unnecessary struggle, and tears. At Buddy Pegs children love every stage of learning to ride thanks to our incredible Buddy Pegs certified coaches who weave our unique Learn to Pedal curriculum into play-based challenges and games. Students learn the fundamentals of balancing a bike without pedals (no training wheels) thanks to our no-pedal glide method of teaching. This helps develop the muscle memory and confidence needed to pedal independently. Once the class is pedaling and braking safely it’s time to roll out and learn how to ride safely in a group, alongside other trail users. Each participant will expand his/her cycling knowledge, skills, and distance. The series culminates with a destination ride and bicycle parade (parents welcome).
Perfect for kids who are not yet pedaling on two wheels (without the aid of training wheels). Even though some children start the week nervous, most campers will be pedaling confidently on their own by day two thanks to our compassionate, patient, and FUN coaches. This camp is run by certified Buddy Pegs Coaches who will ensure all kids individually progress in their skills and double their excitement for biking throughout the week! The week concludes with an all camp bike parade to show off and celebrate each child’s new biking skills. Powered by Buddy Pegs Learn To Ride, the leader in youth cycling education.
Ages: (5-10 yo)
BICYCLE ADVENTURE CAMP
Perfect for kids who are ready to have some two wheeled fun, crank out bike adventures and improve safe riding skills on wide multi-use trails and low traffic neighborhood streets. Riding adventures away from base camp will be a highlight with distances varying by ability level each day (children grouped by ability level)! Bike skills taught include: brake modulation, emergency braking, steering in control, riding in a group, riding up and down hills, traffic safety, and yielding to other trail users. Super fun on-the-bike and off-the-bike games and craft activities round out the week.. This camp is all about safety and fun on two wheels! Note: Training wheels are not allowed. Children on training wheels should sign up for our Learn To Pedal camp - bike rentals available.
20” bicycle wheel size or bigger is required.
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Sign Up Levels:
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A Group: Adventure riders interested in riding consistently for the duration of a camp day with exact distances varying by day. (main focus is on riding with less crafts and game time)
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B Group: Intermediate riders comfortable riding 3-5 miles within a camp day. (An equal blend of games, crafts, and bike rides)
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C Group: Beginner riders comfortable riding 1-2 miles within a camp day. (Frequent riding with a greater emphasis on games and crafts than other groups)
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Bike Rental Yes/No
Ages: (5-10 yo)
MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP
Ready to rock? Ready to roll! This summer, your child can hit the trail with Mountain Bike Camps powered by Buddy Pegs Learn To Ride, the leader in youth cycling education. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced trail riders. Off-road bike skills and activities include: brake modulation using front and back brakes, steering in control, looking ahead, bike body separation, ready position, riding in a group, front wheel lifts, climbing and descending safely, and yielding to other trail users. Off-the-bike activities include bike cleaning and maintenance, bike safety checks, and bike themed games and crafts. This week-long camp is run by certified Buddy Pegs bike coaches who are known for their patient, compassionate, and fun teaching style. Children will be grouped by ability level based on the Buddy Pegs Paw Rating System. Note: multi speed bikes with hand brakes and knobby tires required - bike rentals available.
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3 Paw Riders (beginner MTB)
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Already comfortable riding uphill and downhill on paved pathways. Ready to begin riding on beginner rated off-road trails with moderate confidence.
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4 Paw Riders (intermediate MTB)
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Already riding confidently on smooth, beginner mountain bike trails and some intermediate rated singletrack trails. Moderately comfortable with short off-road climbs and descents, gear selection, cornering on small berms, and navigating rolling terrain with small roots and rocks. Confident with both slowing and stopping unexpectedly.
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5 Paw Riders (advanced MTB)
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Already riding confidently on intermediate rated singletrack trails. Confident on most off-road climbs and descents. Able to stay safe and in control over a variety of intermediate terrain and some advanced trails. Comfortable lifting front wheel over small objects, consistently using proper gear selection, and can ride off-road for 5+ miles comfortably.
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Ages: (5-10 yo)