Private Mountain Bike Lessons · Kamloops
One-on-one coaching built around you, from kids ready to lose the training wheels to adults who want more confidence on bigger trails.
Personalized Coaching
A private lesson means your coach's full attention on your goals. No waiting for the group and no drills you don't need. You work on what matters to you, at your pace.
We coach riders from age 5 to adult, from first pedal strokes to jumps and technical trail.
Lessons usually happen at Juniper or Dufferin in Kamloops, and we pick the spot based on what you're working on.
Who It's For
Ready to ditch the training wheels? It's our most requested lesson.
Haven't ridden in years, or never ridden a trail? That's a great place to start.
You already ride and want to feel steadier and more in control on the trails.
Ready to work on jumps, drops, technical features or trail flow.
Learn to Ride · Ages 5 and Up
Being there when a kid realizes they're riding by themselves never gets old.
We take a patient, step-by-step approach to balance, pedalling and braking until your kid can ride without help. One lesson is a good start. Three is where it usually clicks, which is why we recommend the 3-lesson package.
Single Lesson
$50
30 minutes · 1:1
★ Best Value
$120
3 lessons · saves $30
Lesson packages are valid for 12 months. Kids 3 to 5 can start on two wheels in our spring Balance Bikes and Mini Mini Grom's programs.
Book a Learn-to-Ride LessonLesson Formats
Standard lessons are 1 hour. Bring a friend or a small group to split the cost, and everyone still gets real coaching.
Just You
$110
1 hour · 1 rider
Your coach's full attention for the whole hour. The session is built around your goals and how you ride, so every minute counts.
Bring a Friend
$155
1 hour · 2 riders · $77.50 each
Ride with a friend, partner or your kid. It works best when you're at a similar level and want to work on similar things.
Bring the Crew
From $195
1 hour · 3 to 5 riders
Bring your riding crew for a session built around the group's goals and level. The price depends on how many riders you bring.
Prices are in Canadian dollars.
Our lead mountain bike coaches hold PMBIA or GSMBC Level 1 certification at minimum. Every AIL coach also completes our own training, and lead coaches hold first aid.
Stacey Gagnon and Andrea Hamer both hold GSMBC Level 2. Meet the team.
Skills and Progression
Tell us what you're after and we'll build the lesson around it. Here's some of what we cover.
Balance, pedalling, braking and starting on their own, from training wheels to riding solo.
Stance, weight shifts and staying in control on changing terrain. Almost everything else builds on this.
Two skills most riders underrate. Get them right and the rest of the trail gets a lot easier.
Picking lines, managing speed and riding relaxed instead of tense.
Drops, rock rolls, roots and steep sections, worked through one step at a time.
For riders ready to leave the ground. Technique first, then confidence, then sending it.
Good to Know
No bike? No problem. Let us know when you book and we'll have the right size ready. Tell us if you need a helmet too.
Rentals depend on sizes and scheduling, so book ahead to make sure we have one for you.
Full details are on our cancellation policy page.
Questions
We coach riders 5 and up, including adults. For kids 3 to 5, our spring Balance Bikes and Mini Mini Grom's programs are a better fit.
No. You can rent a bike from us for $20. Let us know when you book so we can have the right size ready, and tell us if you need a helmet too.
For the fastest progress, go private. If you have a friend or partner at a similar level, semi-private is great value. For a group of 3 to 5, book a small group lesson. If you're not sure, tell us in the form and we'll help you choose.
Every kid is different, but the 3-lesson package is where we see the most kids start riding on their own. One lesson is a good start, and three is where it usually clicks.
Yes. Our lead mountain bike coaches hold PMBIA or GSMBC Level 1 certification at minimum, and lead coaches hold first aid. Every AIL coach also completes our own training.
Usually at Juniper or Dufferin in Kamloops. We'll confirm the spot when you book, based on what you want to work on.
We ride in most weather. If conditions aren't safe, we'll contact you ahead of time to reschedule.
Cancel 48 hours or more before your lesson for a full refund or a free reschedule. Cancellations under 48 hours and no-shows aren't refunded. Lesson packages are valid for 12 months. Full details are on our cancellation policy page.
Yes. We've coached adults at every level, including complete beginners. Your coach will start where you are and go at your pace.
Yes. Book a semi-private lesson. It works best when you're both working on similar skills.
Yes. Our gift certificates work for any AIL program, including private lessons, and they don't expire.
A lesson makes a great gift. Our gift certificates work for any AIL program and never expire.
Get a Gift CertificateWant more time on the bike? Check out spring youth biking, summer camps and bike birthday parties.
Let's Ride
Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you within 72 hours to confirm your date and sort out the details.
Your waiver comes once your lesson is confirmed.
