Clinics
Stowe Mountain Bike Academy Clinics
Build Skills. Gain Confidence.
Whether it is your first time on a mountain bike, or you are an advanced rider, our coaches are here to help you reach your riding potential.
At all skill levels, our clinics promote a positive learning environment and help riders overcome mental barriers to tackle new terrain in a safe and efficient manner.
In addition to our skill clinics, our coaches work with cross country, enduro/down hill, gravel/road, and bike park style riding and features, and work regularly with teams and groups to design custom clinics and training programs.
For more information on custom programs, please email info@stowemtb.com.
Clinic Schedule: 2025
Current Clinics
Stowe Mountain Bike Academy Adult Clinic Series
Women's Beginner MTB Clinic
Looking to start the season off strong? Look no further than our Women's Beginner Clinics. Learn skills and techniques to take to the trail in a supportive environment with the goal of improving everyone's confidence on the bike. Some topics will include: bike setup, body position for comfort and control, best braking practices, and pressure control to help navigate
This will be a 3 week progressive series taking place May 14, 21 and 28 from 5:30-7:30pm at Cady Hill Lodge.
Cost is $225 for the 3 week series and is limited to 6 women for a more conducive learning environment.
Class Requirements
Bike in working condition
Helmet
Water
Link to Register: https://www.stowemtb.com/events
Kick Off Your Season Clinic
Start your season with some top notch instruction! Join SMBA’s Kick Off the Season clinic and get dialed on: bike setup, solid bike/body position, tips and practice for climbing, descending, and cornering, plus lots more!
This 3 week progressive series welcomes all riders at the beginner/intermediate level. Looking for something more? An intermediate/advanced series will follow in June.
Classes will take place May 14, 21 and 28 from 5:30-7:30pm at Cady Hill Lodge
Cost is $250 per rider and is limited to 6 riders.
Class Requirements
Bike in proper working condition
Helmet
Water
Link to Register: https://www.stowemtb.com/events
Bike Rentals
In partnership with Ranch Camp Bike Shop located in Stowe, we are able to offer rentals. All rental agreements are with Ranch Camp and must be picked up and returned to their location.
General Information
What’s provided in Clinics
Safe and fun learning experience.
Clinic course work tailored to suit the client(s) interests and ability level(s).
On-trail instruction/sessioning.
Access to SMBA learning features at Golden Eagle Resort.
Transportation for up to 11 persons and bikes via Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van and Trailer (if necessary)
Local knowledge of trails and trail etiquette.
A First Aid, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder certification and a well-stocked First Aid Kit.
CPR certified, Safesport certified and background-checked Coaches.
Knowledge of on-trail mountain bike repairs and the necessary toolkit for these repairs.
Radio, Cell and/or Garmin Satelite phone, emergency contact information and EAP’s based on ride location(s).
Required Equipment
Recently serviced mountain bike or demo mountain bike from a local bike shop.
Helmet.
Sunglasses, sunblock, bike gloves (as needed).
Hydration pack and/or water bottle.
Trail snacks.
Signed liability waiver.
Please share previous injuries or health concerns.
Policies
Policies and Guidelines
Please review the policies prior to attending our clinics. Email info@stowemtb.com with any questions
Register
General Registration Information
All registrations require a Mindbody account. Mindbody is a secure booking tool and database.
Mindbody questions? Please contact Shannon at shannon@stowemtb.com
Space in our progression program are limited BUT please add your rider to waitlist if your desired session is full. The waitlist will help us determine where to place additional coaching staff.
Mindbody Registrations Tips
You can access Mindbody selecting “My Account” the button above or from the link at the bottom of our webpage under the “Client Portal” section.
When creating a profile, enter your information then add your rider's information under Family Relationships in your profile so you can select them for the program. It is helpful if you complete all profile information (you may add your cell phone or email as the rider’s contact information). When printing attendance sheets, SMBA administrators will see the contact information in the rider’s profile.
When enrolling or booking an appointment, Add the Participant’s Name to the enrollment.
Waivers
Complete the waivers via the “sign our waiver” button at the bottom right of our webpage.
New waivers per participant are required each calendar year. If you have already completed waivers in the current calendar year you do not need to complete again when registering for additional programs for the same participant.
For 2023, your media consent is implied as a participant of any SMBA program or activity. If you do not wish to have your or your rider’s image used by SMBA, please send an email to info@stowemtb.com with the subject “No Media Consent.” For more information on our Media Consent Policy, click on the General Information tab.