With the school holidays fast approaching, Giba Gorge has lined up some great opportunities for kids and adults to get to grips with the basics of BMX and mountain biking.
With the holidays fast approaching, here’s a quick run-down of upcoming MTB training clinics that will be on offer at Giba Gorge. These will be specifically aimed at beginners and novices and will accommodate all ages, depending on the dates.
BMX Clinic at Giba Gorge
With so many new girls getting into BMX and with so many others enquiring, we thought it was time to put on a girls only clinic for all level of riders, most importantly for new comers to the sport. This is an amazing opportunity to get introduced to the sport of BMX by the current number 1 BMX World Champion Teagan O’Keeffe.
Teagan is currently training in Switzerland in preparation for the Olympics, but is excited to be coming home and is really looking forward to being able to share her experience and BMX knowledge with our local girls. So grab a friend and a bike and join us at Giba Gorge for a morning of getting to grips with BMX racing. Should you not have a bike and would like to attend, please call Jeandre at KT Cycles (Bike shop in Giba) for a hire bike.
Not to be left out, the boys will be doing the same thing, but with Tyrone Johns aka TJ. TJ has a wealth of experience as well as a world number behind his name and is currently coaching various riders from novice through to experts and elites. Please feel free to join TJ at the track on the same day for introduction and intermediate lessons. You have watched the riders shoot out the start gate, now its your chance!
Date: Wednesday the 14th December
Time: 09:00 – 13:00
Cost: R100.00 (Includes Gate entrance to the park)
RSVP: Jason@gibagorge.co.za
Contact: Jason (Giba) 0833079046 / Jeandre (KT Cycles -bike hire) 083792 5962
Queensburgh BMX Fun Day and camp out
With the BMX season behind us the Queensburgh BMX Club have decided to have a fun day at the track for all their club members as well as anyone else who would be interested in coming down to see what BMX is all about. If you or your child has expressed an interest in BMX, this is a fantastic opportunity to take part in. Please feel free to join us at the track, meet some of the club members and have a fun day on your bike. Racing season starts February 2012, so now would be a good time to find out about signing yourself or your kid up at the club for the 2012 season!
For directions or questions give Eugene a call on 0824670187. For club enquiries, for the fun day, call Tim on 0827713081.
To get to the track, take Brentwood Road and then a right into Marlton, the track is at the bottom of Marlton on the right hand side.
Date: 10th December
Cost: Free
• 8am-9am Open track and warm up
• 9am-10;30am Bunny hop and longest manual competition
• 10:30am-11:30am pump lap race( no chains)
• 12pm -1pm lunch
• 1pm-2pm Family Race (MTB or BMX)
• 2pm-3pm Pit Bike race
• 3:15pm Main Event – Parents race
So parents, come prepared, we all know the kids want to see some action!!! There will also be a jumping castle.
MTB Coaching at Giba Gorge
Space on these clinics is limited, so please be sure to book yours or your child’s spot early.
Fee: R200.00 per person per day, limited to a class of 20 people.
Light snacks will be provided at the end of the session.
Beginners: Bike set up, safety, straight line riding, braking, riding skills and other basics.
Novice: Bike set up, safety, braking, gear selection, climbing, descending, riding skills
Intermediate: Bike set up, safety, bike maintenance, switchbacks, bike balance position, pedal position and other skills.
Dates:
Mon 12 Dec (Age 8-13, Category Beginners, Time 9am-12am)
Tues 13 Dec (Age 8-13, Category Novice, Time 9am-12am)
Wed 14 Dec (Age 8-13, Category Intermediate, Time 9am-12am)
Thur 15 Dec (Age All ages, Category Beginners, Time 9am-12am)
Fri 16 Dec (Age All ages, Category Novice, Time 9am-12am)
Sat 17 Dec (Night ride and sleep over at the Giba tented accommodation) R140 per person
All coaching is by CSA certified coaches. Giba’s MTB team youth riders, who have been achieving many podium positions, will also be on hand to assist.
To book, contact jason@gibagorge.co.za or call 0833079046. For more information about Giba Gorge, visit the website.