DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY - SPRING 2025
Elevate Your Riding to the Next Level!
SIGN-UP DEADLINE: TUESDAY MARCH 25TH
Welcome to the Development academy!
The Development Academy – Spring 2025 is designed for young riders aged 9-15 who are ready to elevate their skills and confidence on the bike. Tailored for those already comfortable on black terrain, this program refines technical ability, trail speed, and race readiness while fostering mental resilience and physical strength.
With expert coaches, personalized feedback, and Squamish’s iconic trails as your classroom, this program equips riders to tackle advanced features, build confidence, and achieve their goals—both on and off the bike. Whether aiming for race success or trail mastery, the Development Academy is your pathway to progression this spring.
Program Highlights!
Advanced Skill Development:
- Technical Mastery: Navigate black diamond trails with confidence, focusing on complex features such as advanced drops, jumps, and technical descents.
- Race Preparation: Engage in race simulations and develop strategies to enhance competitive performance.
- Trail Proficiency: Master challenging trails, emphasizing speed and control.
Holistic Training Approach:
- Physical Conditioning: Incorporate strength training, endurance exercises, and flexibility routines tailored for mountain biking.
- Mental Resilience: Develop focus, adaptability, and a growth mindset to tackle challenging terrains and competitive scenarios.
Personalized Coaching:
- Expert Instructors: Learn from PMBIA-certified coaches with extensive experience in advanced mountain biking and youth development.
- Individual Feedback: Benefit from a low coach-to-athlete ratio of 1:6, ensuring personalized attention and tailored progression plans.
Additional Benefits:
- Race Support: Access to coaching support during local races.
- Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in trail maintenance days and community events, fostering a sense of stewardship and camaraderie.
- Exclusive Gear: Receive a Squamish MTB Academy/Chromag training top and race jersey.
- Airhouse sessions
- Dirt Jump training
- Timed training/Race simulation
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age Range: Riders aged 9-15.
- Skill Level: Confident and consistent on black trails, with experience riding technical features such as drops, jumps, rock gardens, and steep descents.
- Fitness Level: Capable of riding for 3+ hours on technical terrain with minimal breaks.
- Technical Skills: Must be comfortable with intermediate to advanced skills, including gap jumps, high-speed cornering, technical climbs, manualing through features, and maintaining flow on challenging trails.
- Mindset: A strong desire to progress and take on challenges in a structured, focused training environment.
program overvIEw:
12 week program
Total Sessions | 24 sessions
(54 hours of intensive coaching)
ages 9-15
session times:
Two evenings per week
Tuesday & Thursday | 4:00-6:15pm
april | may | june
April 1st - June 19th 2025
registration:
Spaces are limited to maintain quality coaching and personalized attention. Secure your spot in the Development Academy – Spring 2025 today!
- Complete the Online Registration Form:
- Click the button below
- Select Your Payment Option: Pay in full or contact us to discuss payment plan options.
- Secure Your Spot: Spaces are limited—register now to join the Development Academy.
$1350
SIGN-UP DEADLINE: TUESDAY MARCH 25TH
Monthly Plan Available:
If you’d like to set up a monthly payment plan, please reach out—we can take care of the details.
