Mountain Biking Camp Lead

Overview:

The Learn to Ride / Mountain Biking Camp Lead is responsible for designing and delivering safe, developmentally appropriate cycling instruction for campers ranging from first-time riders (ages 4–6) to intermediate and teen mountain biking participants. This role requires deep knowledge of cycling fundamentals, trail etiquette, bike handling, and youth coaching. The Lead ensures all sessions are fun, progressive, and safety-focused while supervising counselors and managing group flow on both indoor and outdoor riding areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach beginners how to balance, pedal, steer, brake, and ride safely using age-appropriate methods

Lead progressively challenging riding sessions for older campers, including basic trail skills, climbing/descending, cornering, and bike control

Design or adapt daily lesson plans based on preset themes and skill goals

Demonstrate proper helmet use, bike fitting, and equipment safety checks

Lead small and large groups on beginner-friendly riding loops, skills zones, and controlled trail sections

Maintain a safe riding environment and enforce all gear, spacing, and speed rules

Support campers who are nervous, struggling, or learning at different paces

Train counselors on spotting, rider supervision, and proper instructional cues Manage all cycling equipment (balance bikes, youth bikes, helmets, cones, ramps, etc.)Facilitate camper confidence-building activities and daily skills challenges

Communicate clearly with Camp Leads, Office Admin, and families (as needed) about camper progress or concerns

Create a positive, structured, and encouraging environment for all riders

Qualifications:

Strong background in cycling instruction, mountain biking, youth coaching, or outdoor recreation

Experience teaching beginners, including young children ages 4–6

Knowledge of bike safety, basic maintenance, trail etiquette, and rider progression

Ability to lead groups confidently in both controlled environments and beginner trail settings

Patient, energetic, and skilled at breaking skills into clear, simple steps

Prior youth-program, outdoor education, or camp leadership experience preferred
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