Intermediate MTB Coaching - Progression Session

If you’ve mastered mountain biking fundamentals and want to elevate your skills, our Intermediate Session is ideal. This course refines your technique, boosts confidence, and prepares you to navigate steeper, more technical terrain. Under expert guidance, you'll explore advanced skills on natural trails, finding comfort and control in more challenging conditions.

Key Details

• Duration: 6 hours of coaching
• Start Time: 9:00am, with riding beginning around 9:30am
• Group Size: 1-4 riders (additional pricing available for groups of 5-8)
• Location: Nevis Range, Laggan, or other convenient trail centres in Scotland

What to Expect

In this Progression Session, you’ll experience:

• Bike setup for optimal performance
• Refining body positioning habits for better balance and control
• Maintaining momentum and managing trail flow
• Efficient climbing techniques to handle inclines smoothly
• Tackling off-camber sections and improving grip on varied terrain
• Practicing with features and roll downs to increase skill versatility
• Building confidence to tackle new challenges, both on and off technical terrain

Your day will be a mix of tuition and race-style training, specifically aimed at preparing you for Enduro tracks within Scotland. Our coaches will guide you through each skill, providing personalised feedback and tips to help you progress.

Location

Our Progression Sessions typically take place at renowned trail centres like Nevis Range or Laggan. However, we are flexible and can arrange to meet you at a location that’s convenient for you. We’ll discuss the meeting point with you via email, providing clear directions and ensuring you’re well-prepared for the day ahead.

Prerequisites

This session is ideal for intermediate riders who are comfortable with the basics of mountain biking and are looking to enhance their skills on more challenging terrain. You should have a solid understanding of fundamental techniques and a good level of fitness, as the session involves continuous riding and technical challenges.

Not sure of the level? 

Our Level Guide, based on Forestry and Land Scotland’s trail grading, clarifies the difficulty of each course:

• Beginner (Green/Easy Trails): Flat, wide, smooth trails with gentle climbs and descents. Suitable for riders new to mountain biking, with basic skills and general fitness.
• Intermediate (Blue/Moderate Trails): Mix of single-track with moderate climbs, descents, and rollable features. Suitable for riders with basic off-road skills on standard mountain bikes.
• Advanced (Red/Difficult Trails): Challenging climbs, tricky descents, and larger technical features. For proficient riders with solid off-road skills and good fitness.
• Expert (Black/Severe Trails): Steep, demanding climbs and descents with numerous hazards. Suitable for expert riders with high fitness on quality mountain bikes.

Find the other levels by scrolling down! 

Why Choose Us?

We are passionate about helping riders progress and achieve their full potential. Here’s why you should choose us for your Progression Session:

• Expert Coaching: Our coaches are highly skilled and experienced, with a deep understanding of mountain biking techniques and a commitment to helping you improve.
• Personalised Attention: With a small group size, we ensure you receive the focused instruction and feedback you need to progress.
• Tailored Training: We customise each session to meet the needs of the group, ensuring that you get the most out of your coaching experience.
• Commitment to Quality: We’ve spent years perfecting our coaching sessions to deliver the best possible experience, combining technical skill development with an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere.

Join us for a Progression Session that will take your skills to the next level, boost your confidence, and prepare you for more challenging rides. Book your session today and start progressing with us!