Clinics and Programs
Thredbo MTB offers clinics for riders of all levels. If you are looking to tweak your mountain biking skills, gain confidence riding the mountain or after tips on trying something new then the Thredbo MTB instructors have a clinic for you.
Clinics run daily from 21 November.
MTB Clinics (13+ yrs)
Beginner Clinic - Skills Park (Max4)
Recommended for first time mountain bikers to Thredbo. The beginner clinic utilises the village skills parks and valley floor trails with the aim of concentrating on the fundamentals of mountain biking. The clinic covers the neutral riding position, basic braking techniques, bike control and cornering. This clinic is a great introduction to mountain biking and will not use the chairlift gravity trails.
When: Daily at 10:00am
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
Intermediate Clinic - On Mountain (Max4)
The Intermediate clinic is perfect for those looking to improve their gravity riding skills on intermediate trails. The clinic covers the necessary skills to ride gravity trails safely including correct body position, heavy braking, advanced cornering, rollers, small jumps and drops. This clinic uses the Kosciuszko Flow Trail and Thredbo All-Mountain Trail.
When: Daily at 10:00am & 1:00pm
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
Advanced Clinic - On Mountain (Max4)
The Advanced clinic takes riders on the Kosciuszko Flow Trail and Cannonball Downhill Trail. It will give riders insight into correct line choices, aggressive riding positions and dynamic cornering. The group will also have the option to utilise the jump and skills parks to brush up on their jumping and drop skills. This is ideal for riders who are looking at getting into more technical terrain like rock gardens, drops and jumps. Riders should be comfortable on the Kosciuszko Flow Trail before undertaking this clinic.
When: Daily at 1:00pm
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
MTB Maintenance Workshop
These workshops are a great way to learn the essentials of servicing your bike to ensure it’s in the best possible shape to tackle the MTB Park. The workshop covers all the basics of bike maintenance including nut & bolt checks, brake adjustments, basic gear tuning, spoke tension, suspension setup, tube/tyre change and an overall safety check.
When: Saturdays at 1:30pm
Length: 30 minutes
Cost: $18
Junior Clinics (7 - 14 yrs)
Beginner - Skills Park (Max5)
This grass roots clinic breaks down the absolute beginner fundamental’s for junior riders. In a controlled area junior riders will learn the importance of balance, braking and body position. This clinic takes place in our kids skills park and green graded cross country trails within the resort.
When: Daily at 10:00am
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
Intermediate Clinic - On Mountain (Max5)
The intermediate junior skills session is for those who are looking to ride the Thredbo Gravity trails for the first time. The clinic will cover loading the chairlift, before riding & progressing on the blue graded gravity trails including the Kosciuszko Flow & Ricochet. Body position and braking are covered more in depth along with the introduction of cornering. Junior riders will have the chance to session sections with their instructor insuring optimal progression
When: Daily at 10:00am & 1:00pm
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
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Advanced Downhill Clinic - On Mountain (Max5)
Junior riders taking on the advanced clinic will have the skills required to comfortable ride the Blue graded trails within the bike park or have confidentially completed the Junior Intermediate clinic. Riders will be introduced to much more variable and technical terrain in a controlled environment with a high level instructor. Much more aggressive riding techniques will be introduced such as speed generation and obstacle absorption.
When: Daily at 1:00pm
Length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
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Private Clinics
Private Clinics (Max3)
If you are looking for a session geared around you and your outcomes, the more intensive 2.5hr private lessons are ideal. Guided by Thredbo MTB’s experienced instructors, riders focus on developing individual skills and techniques needed to ride Thredbo’s terrain. From cornering, to climbing, to rock drops and chutes, our instructors have all of the tips to improve your riding and make your mountain biking experience as enjoyable as possible. Riders seeking a more personalised teaching experience, at any level, will benefit from a private lesson tailored to the rider’s individual needs.
Length: 2.5 hours
When: 9:30am & 1:00pm
Cost: $199 for up to 3 people
Kids Programs
MTB Development Squad (Max5)
The 9-week MTB Development Squad is a fantastic way to challenge and inspire young mountain bikers in fun controlled environment utilising a variety of trails within the Thredbo MTB Park. Participants will be encouraged and given specific instruction to develop their confidence and skillset in a number of areas such as body position, braking, cornering and small jumps. Beginner, intermediate and advanced levels will be offered, however riders must have some prior off-road riding experience.
When: Every Sunday at 10am from 31 Jan – 28 March 2021.
Cost: $499
MTB School Holiday Camps (Max5)
The MTB School Holiday Camps are a great way for kids to develop their gravity skills in the Thredbo Mountain Bike Park. Catering for students 7 – 14 years, students will work on the MTB fundamentals, gravity specific riding techniques, pump track skills + some valuable bike setup and maintenance workshops.
- 5 Day Program = $599
- 10 Day Program = $999
- MTB Season Pass is not included in this price
Each camp runs for five days starting on a Monday:
- Week 1 | 7 – 11 December 2020
- Week 2 | 14 – 18 December 2020
- Week 3 | 11 – 15 January 2021
- Week 4 | 18 – 22 January 2021
Gravity Girls
Gravity Girls
Gravity Girls is a women’s specific mountain bike clinic designed to offer girls a non-intimidating introduction to downhill riding in Thredbo Resort. Thredbo MTB female instructors will give you tips and confidence to cruise the mountain. The clinic will suit riders of all abilities with the aim to progressively improve skills throughout the day.
Time: 9:30am – 3:00pm
When: Nov 29, Dec 20, Jan 13, Feb 14, March 21, April 14
Cost: $79 per clinic
*Lift access not included
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