[Friends] The Junior Trax cycling skills course - now open for entry!

[Daniel Mintz]

*What*: The Junior Trax off road cycling skills course
*Where*: Lordship Rec
*When*: Every Saturday 10am to 1pm from 6th Feb to 6th March
*How Much:* FREE

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 at 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 at ibikeride.com <mailto:daniel.mintz at 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
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