The course consists of 5 free skills sessions in the Rec running every Saturday morning from the 6th Feb to the 6th March. Each session starts at 10am and finishes at 1pm. The courses are open for riders off all abilities. You don’t have to attend all five sessions although it’s recommended that you attend the first session if you are interest in coming on the others.

The course will show you practical bike maintenance techniques and develop your cycling skills. Looking at a range of skills from faster cornering, climbing and descending through to how to wheelie, bunny hop and jump. There will also be fun group activities and races. Everyone attending will receive a course certificate.

The course is made possible via a grant from Play Sport London and will be run in conjunction with top mountain bike skills instructors from Firecrest MTB and The Trax.

To apply and for more details please contact Daniel Mintz on 07990577206 daniel.mintz@ibikeride.com

www.thetrax.co.uk – the off road cycling club of Lordship Rec, Tottenham, North London.

To welcome in the new year The Trax off road cycling club of Lordship Rec are pleased to announce the launch of The Junior Trax off road cycling course for 10 to 16 year olds.
The course consists of 5 free skills sessions in the Rec running every Saturday morning from the 6th Feb to the 6th March. Each session starts at 10am and finishes at 1pm. The course is open for riders off all abilities.

You will learn practical bike maintenance skills and off road cycling techniques like good body position, braking, cornering, how to lift your front and back wheel as well as bunny hop over objects. There will also be fun group activities and races. At the end you will receive a course certificate.

To apply and for more details please contact Daniel Mintz on 07990577206 daniel.mintz@ibikeride.com

Please help us in spreading the word to friends and family locally. More than happy to post out posters and fliers.

A list of frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) about the course is below

Finally a very happy new year from all at The Trax  http://www.thetrax.co.uk

*FAQ’s*

Who runs the course?

• The course is offered and hosted by The Trax Off Road cycling club of Lordship Rec working with two experienced coaches from an organisation called Firecrest MTB and two coaching assistants from The Trax club directly.

Are the coaches qualified?

• The coaches are Ian Warby and John Holbrook who are both both CTC and first aid qualified. These coaches will be supported by two coaching assistants from the Trax club i.e. Mario Schmoltzi and Oliver Bergassi

What do we do on the course?

• A typical session will involve an introduction followed by a bike maintenance check to get your bike in top condition and pass on some core maintenance skills. Then a serious of skills sessions would take place like front and rear wheel lifts as well as bunnyhops, braking, trackstands and cornering at speed. There will also be quite a few fun races. The day will use the sections of the existing dirt BMX track, the field and hopefully the skate park. The course will build skills and confidence for off road cycling and is aimed as a fun group activity based course.

Is their a child protection policy in place?

• Yes as a British Cycling Affiliated club we adhere to the British Cycling child protection policy and all coaches are CRB checked.

How many can attend the course?

• Approximately 18 riders can enrol on the course. A maximum of 6 students to each coach / coaching assistant. Hurry and apply.

Are riders of all abilities welcome?

• Yes the course is accessible to all riders between 10 and 16 years of age including riders with disabilities

Do I have to attend all 5 sessions?

• No you can attend as many courses as you wish. Though to get the best from the course it is recommended to attend all 5 but this is not necessary.

What do I do to apply?

• Contact Daniel Mintz the chairperson of The Trax. Email him on daniel.mintz@ibikeride.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call him on 07990577206 and he will email you or mail you a registration form and answer any questions you have.

How much is the course?

• The course is made possible by a grant from Play Sport London. The course is free.

What if the course is full?

• We will add your name to the waiting list and call you if a place comes up? We will also keep you informed of any future sessions and activities (already in the planning).

What do I need to bring?

• Helmets are mandatory. Gloves, drink and snack recommended

What if I don’t own a bike or helmet?

• No promises but please still contact us and we will look to see if we can supply the equipment for the duration of the course sessions.

Any more questions just ask

I look forward to riding with you all in 2010

Daniel

Event: Club meeting followed by club local ride

When:  Saturday 9th January
10am -  Club Monthly meeting
12am -  Club local ride

Where: Lordship Rec @hut by the new playground.

Hi there. I am Daniel Mintz the Chairperson of The Trax. If you have not heard of us then The Trax is a new off road cycling club for the riders of Lordship Rec.

I wanted to send you on an invite to our first Trax club meeting and fun local off road ride of the new year. In this meeting we will define our 3 year plan and vision for the club as well as tie down our club constitution. Afterwards we head out on a local club ride which will be to either Trent Park or another park (please bring a helmet). You can turn up to either the meeting or just the ride or both.

The meeting is Saturday 9th January 10am – 12:00 at the Hut by the new playground in Lordship Rec. The ride sets off at midday and members and guests of all ages and experience are welcome. Drop us a line if you fancy coming along?

To join us on a ride there is a short guide below on how to go about it..

If you are not a member and over 18 and want to join us for a ride you will need to sign a Guest Entry Form.

If you are under 18 (aged 13-17) you will need to bring a Parental Consent Form and bring it with you already signed on the day.

If you are under 13 (aged 12 and under) you will need to bring the Parental Consent Form signed prior to the ride and will also need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the ride (parents very welcome too).

You can download the forms here http://www.thetrax.co.uk/index.php/Rides/the-trax-regular-rides.html or contact me and I can post one to you happily.

To become a member (currently free) just come to the site http://www.thetrax.co.uk/ and register.

We are a young and friendly club and meet regularly on Saturdays for local and away day rides (all posted on the website). As we grow we aim to offer more local club activities. Very soon in the next fortnight we will send out more info on the The New Junior Trax for under 16’s which launches on February 6th offering skills coaching, bike set up and activities for 10-16 year olds in the Rec. We are already taking applications if you are interested.

Have a wonderful holiday season and new year and I hope to see you on the 9th Jan for either the meeting at 10am or the ride at midday or both even

Happy cycling

Daniel
Daniel Mintz – Chairperson
The Trax Club
http://www.thetrax.co.uk/