Develop the technical skills of mountain biking that unlock more speed, control, stability and flow in a supportive group environment just for women. Our Technique Development for Women program builds on the foundations from Base Skills for Women, strengthening your fundamentals and teaching you dynamic techniques for tackling flowy trails and rough, rugged terrain with greater control.

Ability/Experience: Intermediate Pathway Level: Development Ages: 15+ (Women Only)

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Program Information

The Technique Development for Women program gives you the skills and techniques to stay in control of your bike across all types of terrain, helping you ride with complete authority and confidence.

This program is ideal if you:

  • Regularly ride intermediate trails with a solid foundation of control and stability and want to start developing dynamic bike handling skills; or
  • Have a solid grasp of technique for technical trails and want to sharpen your skills for more advanced riding

We focus on:

  • Rolling off and over obstacles with bike-body separation
  • Maintaining stability on rough terrain
  • Wheel lifts and bunny hops to clear larger trail features
  • Climbing techniques for control and efficiency up technical trails
  • Cornering with full control, flow and maximum exit speed
  • Riding Actively to generate and maintain speed and flow

Our coaches will adapt content and activities to suit the group’s experience, goals and energy, ensuring every rider is challenged and supported at the right level.

Please note:
Participants are expected to have some prior mountain biking experience and should be confident riding off-road on varied terrain. This program is best suited to riders who ride regularly and are looking to build on an existing skill base.

Program Details

Ages: 15+ (Women only)
Ability/Experience: Intermediate
Pathway Level: Development
Cost: $185pp *
Session Duration: 4 x 2 hours (approx)
Session Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Times subject to change
Venue: Craigburn Farm Trails, Sturt Gorge RP (map)
Meeting Point: Blackwood Football Club Car Park (map)
* Programs delivered at any location managed by National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia will have a mandatory visitor use fee added upon booking

Upcoming Programs

We generally run the Technique Development for Women program twice a year, during the nicer months of spring and autumn. Find upcoming program dates below:

Autumn 2026

Session 1February 8
Session 2February 22
Session 3March 8
Session 4March 22
ContingencyMarch 29

Spring 2026

Session 1August 30
Session 2September 13
Session 3September 27
Session 4October 11
ContingencyOctober 18

We reserve a contingency date in case a session needs to be postponed or rescheduled. A second contingency date may be added if necessary.

Refunds, discounts or credits unfortunately cannot be given for any missed sessions.

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What to Bring

  • Your bike and helmet in good working order
  • Appropriate clothing (enclosed shoes, comfortable sports clothing)
  • A water bottle (preferably one you can carry on your bike) or hydration backpack
  • Snacks
  • Any relevant medications
  • Weather dependent considerations (sunscreen, rain jacket, change of clothes etc.)

What Sort of Bike?

Riders will need a mountain bike in good working order, with functioning brakes and gears. BMX bikes and other single-speed styles aren’t suitable for this program. E-bikes are suitable as long as they are designed for off-road use. The ends of the handlebars must be covered with handlebar plugs for safety. If you’re unsure whether your bike is suitable, feel free to contact us.

Protective Gear

Riders are required to wear a helmet in good working order and are encouraged to consider any additional protective equipment, such as gloves and knee pads, that may help them feel comfortable and confident during the session. Additional protection, such as elbow pads or a full-face helmet, can provide extra assurance if you are planning to challenge yourself and may allow you to push your riding further without significantly increasing your risk of injury. Ultimately, riders are responsible for choosing the level of protection that best matches their skills, goals and comfort.

Meeting Point

Participants are asked to meet their coach at the Blackwood Football Club car park (map here) 10 minutes prior to the session’s start time.

Facilities

There are public toilets and drinking water available at this venue.

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To secure your place in the Technique Development for Women program, please select the program’s start date below, and then click the Book Now button.

Please Note: Our booking system will always show the next available date. Please double-check the session date before finalising your booking.

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