Freewheel MTB Academy
Note: We are unable to offer lessons at this time as we can not properly offer these services while maintaining an effective physical distance.
A lesson with a certified instructor, tailored to your specific needs, is the best way to gain confidence and unlock new skills. Whether you’re sampling the sport for the first time or striving to conquer elusive trail features, our lessons have you covered. From basic skills to get you rolling safely in the forest to bunnyhopping logs with ease.
Learning is more fun when it’s shared, so grab some friends and turn your progression session into a semi-private lesson. (Group size 2-5 adults)
| Duration | Private Lessons | Semi-Private Lessons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour Intro | $70 | $45 (per person) |
| 2 Hour | $110 | $70 (per person) |
Women’s Learn To Mountain Bike Course (June) $150
Join Freewheel’s Trek Women’s Advocate Team for a weekend of learning how to mountain bike. PMBI certified instructors Mari Evans and Melanie Poel tackle the core riding skills of shifting, braking, climbing, descending, cornering, and clearing small obstacles.
Day 1 – We spend the morning at a local park developing bike handling skills and the afternoon learning about basic bike maintenance, and women’s specific cycling topics.
Day 2 – We take our new mountain biking skills into the real world on the trails at Christie Lake Conservation Area.
- Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm (lunch included)
- Sunday 9:00am – 12:30pm
Cost: $150
Stop by the shop or call to register! 905-628-5126
Learn To Ride (Adult) $70
Whether you have never ridden a bicycle or it has been a very long time, this lesson is just what you need to get rolling. Your 1 hour lesson will cover a bicycle safety check, mounting and dismounting the bike, starting and stopping safely, using the controls and hand signals. All of this is taught in a safe and inviting learning environment.
Learning is more fun when it’s shared, so bring a friend for $30.
Requirements:
Helmets – Required for all lessons. Must be cycling specific and less than 5 years old.
Mountain Bikes – All bikes must be an appropriate trail bike in good working order. (Sorry but for your safety: no department store bikes!)
About the Instructor(s):
Melanie Poel had been leading rides for Freewheel Cycle for 5 seasons. Her passion for instructing is so strong that in 2017 she decided to make it her profession, gaining certification by the Professional Mountain Bike Instructors Association and fully embracing the cycling world. She now works full time at Freewheel Cycle and is happily pursuing her passion for instructing. Mel Poel is also a Trek Women’s Advocate, Hamilton Burlington Mountain Bike Association executive, a novice indoor climber and delightfully terrible cross country skier.
