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Three Days to PMBIA Level 1: Learn to Teach Mountain Biking with Confidence in Queenstown
A hands-on, three-day intermediate instructor certification that combines riding, teaching theory and safety workshops to prepare coaches for cross‑country and downhill instruction.
Three Days to PMBIA Level 1: Learn to Teach Mountain Biking with Confidence in Queenstown.
Set against Queenstown’s concentrated playground of trails, the PMBIA Level 1 is a focused, three‑day workshop that teaches candidates how to plan, demonstrate and deliver safe, effective and enjoyable mountain‑bike lessons for both cross‑country and downhill contexts.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A recognised global PMBIA certification
The course leads to a PMBIA Level 1 credential, a recognised qualification for mountain‑bike instructors and guides.
Teaching skills as a discipline
Beyond bike handling, the syllabus emphasises lesson planning, demonstration and group‑leading techniques so coaching becomes a distinct skill set.
Hands‑on feedback and broad terrain coverage
Each day blends riding practice, practice‑teaching and personalised feedback, covering both cross‑country and downhill instruction to improve riding consistency and maneuver technique.
What the day feels like
What the three days feel like
Expect an intensive, workshop‑style flow: riding skills sessions interleaved with teaching theory, supervised practice‑teaching and continuous personal feedback, plus stand‑alone workshops on bike set‑up, risk management and first aid to round out the instructor skill set.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who should wait
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a three‑day course; sessions are scheduled across consecutive days.
Participants meet at the Codgers Reserve parking area, adjacent to Brook Street.
A modern, correctly fitting helmet and knee pads are mandatory; gloves and elbow pads are strongly recommended. Full‑face helmets are permitted but not required. Class 1 e‑bikes are normally not permitted unless pre‑approved.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the PMBIA Level 1 course?
The PMBIA Level 1 course runs for three days.
Where do participants meet on the first day?
The meeting location is Codgers Reserve parking area, adjacent to Brook Street.
What protective gear is required?
A modern helmet that fits correctly and knee pads are mandatory; gloves and elbow pads are strongly recommended. Full‑face helmets are permitted but not required.
Do I need prior riding ability to join?
Candidates should be comfortable riding technical green, blue and black trails and be able to consistently perform foundation manoeuvres; the course is aimed at intermediate riders.
Are e‑bikes allowed on the course?
Class 1 e‑bikes are normally not permitted unless pre‑approved to accommodate a candidate.
What will the three days cover?
Each day combines riding skills, teaching theory, practice‑teaching and personal feedback, plus workshops on bike set‑up, risk management and first aid.