Ballyhoura Youth MTB Easter Camp

If you have any questions, big or small, please do not hesitate to contact Stevie Griffin - Regional Development Officer on stevie.griffin@cyclingireland.ie or 0861838059 - the booking system can be little overwhelming the first time using it.

SESSION SCHEDULE

Please book based on ability — not the time slot. Sessions are planned & designed based on ability.

Monday, 30th March – Enduro Day

09:00–12:00 — Enduro Intro / Intermediates (Ages 12–18)
Line choice, body position and tackling steeper/technical features.

Please book based on ability — not the time slot. This session is not suitable for complete beginners.

12:30–15:30 — Enduro Progression (Ages 12–18)
Speed control, line commitment, technical features and race-ready skills on Enduro-style trails.
For confident riders with experience on blue trails and working towards more technical riding.

Please book based on ability — not the time slot. This session is not suitable for complete beginners.

Tuesday, 31st March – Core Skills & Progression

09:00–12:00 — Beginners (Ages 10–18) - Limited Spaces
Perfect for riders new to MTB or coming from Cycle Right in school. Trail etiquette, braking, cornering & balance drills in a fun, relaxed setting.

12:30–15:30 — Intermediate Improvers (Ages 10–18) - Limited Spaces
Flow, cornering technique, gear use, and confident riding on green & blue trails.
Not suitable for complete beginners — riders should be comfortable riding trails and able to control speed and braking on descents.

Wednesday, 1st April – Core Skills & Progression

09:00–12:00 — Beginners (Ages 10–18) - Limited Spaces
Perfect for riders new to MTB or coming from Cycle Right in school. Trail etiquette, braking, cornering & balance drills in a fun, relaxed setting.

12:30–15:30 — Intermediate Improvers (Ages 10–18) - Limited Space
Flow, cornering technique, gear use, and confident riding on green & blue trails.
Not suitable for complete beginners — riders should be comfortable riding trails and able to control speed and braking on descents.

If a rental bike is required please email stevie.griffin@cyclingireland.ie

Cycling Ireland membership is required for attendance to the camp, but this will offer access to all the camps through-out 2026. Your child becoming a member gives us the ability to offer more fun camps like this!

Please note: If your child was a registered CI Member previously, please renew the membership prior to attempting to book the camp

NEW Membership can be added at the check-out phase of booking the camp

Please book one person at a time if adding membership - the system will go an error if attempting with more than one person.

If you have taken out membership already this year, you do not need to do it again, the system will look for your membership number so have it to had for completing the booking.

Any issues with booking please contact stevie.griffin@cyclingireland.ie

What to bring

Helmet (compulsory - we can lend one for any rentals) and gloves

MTB in good working order (please contact in advance if you require a rental bike)

Small backpack to carry essentials (non-negotiable)
This is MOUNTAIN biking — riders must carry their own extra layers with them on the trails. We have had kids get very cold without spare layers.

Essentials in the backpack (non-negotiable):

• Rain jacket / waterproof shell

• Warm layer (fleece and/or puffer to throw on)

• Drink & Snack

If you have any questions, big or small, please do not hesitate to contact Stevie Griffin - Regional Development Officer on stevie.griffin@cyclingireland.ie or 0861838059.

Upcoming Youth MTB Camps – 2026 (Save the Dates)

Ballyhoura Summer Youth MTB Camp #1

• Wednesday 8th – Friday 10th July

Ballyhoura Summer Youth MTB Camp #2

• Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th August