A Forest-First Primer: Women-Only Intro to Mountain Biking in Kelowna

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A Forest-First Primer: Women-Only Intro to Mountain Biking in Kelowna

A focused 90–120 minute group lesson at Myra-Bellevue that teaches bike setup, body position, braking and gear timing for women and beginners.

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A Forest-First Primer: Women-Only Intro to Mountain Biking in Kelowna.

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Location
Kelowna
Operator
School of MTB
Category
Bike Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Jump into mountain biking with a friendly, supportive intro session run by School of MTB in Kelowna. In 90 to 120 minutes the Group Intro to MTB Session I (Women only) breaks down bike setup, control and safety so forest trails feel approachable and fun.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PLACE

Myra-Bellevue — an approachable forest playground

The session is based at Myra-Bellevue (Crawford) — Stewart Road East, using nearby forest trails and practice areas to introduce new riders to trail riding in a low-pressure setting.

THE SKILLS

Foundational bike handling and setup

Instruction zeroes in on the core pillars—bike setup (saddle and suspension), neutral body position, braking control and gear timing—so beginners understand the 'whys' behind safer, more confident riding.

THE FORMAT

Short, supportive women-only group lesson

Offered as a shared-group lesson with women-only and co-ed options, sessions run once to twice weekly and are tailored to group size; there is no minimum required.

What the day feels like

What the session feels like

This 90–120 minute deep dive is paced for beginners: focused instruction on setup and control is applied immediately on approachable Myra-Bellevue trails so participants leave more confident and safer on the dirt.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this session suits—and who might want something else.

1
Beginner womenIdeal for women who are new to mountain biking and want focused instruction on fundamentals in a supportive, women-only setting.
2
Solo participantsSuitable for riders coming on their own—the program has no minimum and will run even with one participant.
3
Riders wanting skill-focused coachingBuilt for people who want structured, short-format coaching on bike setup, body position, braking and gear timing rather than long guided rides.
4
Not for long-distance or advanced technical trainingNot ideal for those seeking extended endurance rides or advanced technical clinics—the session is a 1.5–2 hour introduction tailored to fundamentals.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Offered once to twice weekly; the lesson runs 1.5 to 2 hours (90–120 minutes) and is tailored to group size—select your date at checkout.

Meeting & Location

Meet at Myra-Bellevue (Crawford) — Stewart Road East for the session.

What to Bring

The program emphasizes bike setup (saddle and suspension) and handling; come prepared to work on your bike and its setup during the session.

Booking & Format

Shared group lessons are offered as women-only or co-ed options and are run by School of MTB; there is no minimum participant requirement.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the session?

The Intro to MTB session runs 90 to 120 minutes (1.5 to 2 hours), tailored to group size.

Is this session women-only?

Yes—this listing is for women-only sessions; the operator also offers co-ed group lessons.

Where does the session meet?

Meet at Myra-Bellevue (Crawford) — Stewart Road East.

Do I need a minimum number of people to run the session?

No—there is no minimum required; the operator will run the lesson even with one participant.

What will I learn during the session?

Coaches teach bike setup (saddle and suspension), neutral body position, braking control and gear timing so beginners can ride forest trails more safely and confidently.