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Beginners mountain biking course

Rivington Pike beginners mountain biking course

Discover some of the finest mountain biking in the north at the home of the 2002 Commonwealth Games mountain bike route. Rivington is almost a mini Lake District tucked away in the moorland and valleys near Manchester.

With its natural beauty, first class facilities and trails to suit everyone, it's little wonder why this venue was chosen to host the 2002 Commonwealth Games Mountain Bike and Road Bike Championships.

Our Rivington Pike beginners mountain biking course covers:

Pre-ride safety checks
Bike position and pedalling techniques
Correct braking skills and effective use of gears
Techniques of ascending and descending
Cornering techniques and drop offs

Rivington Pike beginners mountain biking course

LOCATION
Rivington Park Independent School and Nursery
Knowle House, Rivington Lane
Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire BL6 7RX

Leave the M61 at Junction 6 and follow signs for Horwich. Stay on the main road through the town until you get to the roundabout with the Crown pub on the right. Go straight ahead at the roundabout and take the right turn immediately after onto Lever Park Avenue. After passing Rivington and Blackrod High School on the right hand side, Rivington Park Independent School is signposted 100 yards further on the right hand side, opposite a public car parking area. Parking is available in the school grounds.

HOW TO BOOK
To book simply choose your course date from the list on the right hand side and then book online below. If you have any questions, then please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Any well serviced mountain bike with off road tyres will be adequate but front suspension would be an advantage. Please note we do not hire bikes. All participants must provide their own mountain bikes, which must be in good working order. It is strongly recommended that the bike be fully serviced by a competent person prior to the course. Please note: a reasonable level of fitness is required to ensure maximum enjoyment of the day. If you are unsure of your fitness levels please contact us, we are always happy to help.

Prices
£50.00 per person

Duration
One day
Start time: 10am
Finish time: 4pm (approx)

What's included
One days mountain biking instruction at the location specified. All instructors MIAS level two qualified. Skill level: Beginners

What's not included
- Insurance
- Accommodation
- Drinks during the ride and afterwards
- Café meals during the ride
- Bike hire

Dates
July 3rd 2010
July 17th 2010
August 7th 2010
August 14th 2010
September 11th 2010
September 18th 2010
October 2nd 2010
October 16th 2010
November 6th 2010
November 20th 2010

Further dates to be announced
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