YOUTH

Bike Classes & Camps 2011

Try out one of Cascade’s spring break and summer camps or classes. With options for the experienced and inexperienced as well as kids and teenagers, you’ll find some great opportunities to keep time off from school exciting and fun.

ONGOING: Classes
SPRING: Urban Riders & bike polo for teens
SUMMER: Road riding & bike safety for kids & teens
MOUNTAIN BIKING: Camps & classes for kids & teens
PROGRAMS for YOUTH AGENCIES
TRIPS FOR KIDS

Thanks to our 2009 Dirt Camp participants!

ONGOING

URBAN RIDERS: one-day class
Ages: 11-15
Cost: $50
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle or we can come to you

Whether you want to save the planet, get fit, save some cash, or get places fast, this Urban Riders class will keep you safe while you’re doing it. The first part of each class is for discussion about road rules, safety, and parking lot drills. During the second part of class we will practice navigating intersections, roadways and changing lanes. We will also work on practical skills like front wheel lifts. Bring a bike in good working order plus a helmet. Based on the League of American Bicyclists’ curriculum.

Funded by the Larry Kemp Memorial Fund, WSBA (WA State Bicycle Association).

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SPRING: After- school activities

DIRT RIDERS' CLUB
Ages: 9-14
Dates and locations:
Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah: Tuesdays

Session 1: May 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7
REGISTER HERE

Saint Edward State Park, Kenmore: Thursdays

Session 1: May 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9
REGISTER HERE

Time: 5-7 p.m.
Cost: $95

Let’s ride! We’ll start each session with skill builders then hit the trails, exploring twisting single track, rallying over roots and logs, and playing balance and agility games. One day will include trail building techniques. Come prepared with a functioning bike and helmet. Groups will split by age. This camp is co-sponsored by the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance.

BIKE POLO
Ages: 12-17
Dates: Wednesdays, May 11-June 8
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Cost: $95
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Want to play polo but don’t own a horse? Come try bike polo. Use mallets to hit the ball into a goal and score points for your team. We’ll supply the bikes and gear.

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SUMMER: Road riding and bike safety camps

WHEELIE FUN CAMP
Ages: 4-5 and 6-8
Dates:

Session 1: July 5 - 8
Session 2: Aug. 8 - 11
Session 3: Aug. 22 - 25

Time: noon - 3 p.m.
Cost: $120
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Ever thought of playing red-light, green-light and snail races on a bike? How about a treasure hunt, rock dodging and rides to the lake? This awesome camp is all fun and games. Kids will learn safety skills, become confident riders and have tons of fun. Bring a bike and helmet.

GROUP HEALTH BIKE CAMP: week-long camp
Ages: 9-12
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (varies by YMCA branch)
Cost: Varies

Dirt trails on mountain bikes, banked walls at the velodrome track and miles of scenic roadways are all part of this exciting camp. In addition to playing bike games and rolling over jumps on the freeride course, kids will learn to fix flat tires and basic safety rules. Bikes and helmets are provided. Register with Seattle YMCA. Sponsored by Group Health.

Day 1: Road Rules, Bike Safety Rodeo, Tour de Magnuson
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Day 2: Track Riding at the Group Health Velodrome
Location: Marymoor Park, Redmond

Day 3: Mountain Biking with Trips for Kids
Location: Saint Edward State Park, Kenmore

Day 4: Freeride Stunt Course, Fix-A-Flat, Tour de Magnuson
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Day 5: Ten-mile Road Ride on the Burke Gilman Trail
Location: Magnuson Park, Seattle

Dates	YMCA Branch	Registration
July 11-15	Northshore YMCA	Register at Northshore YMCA
July 18-22	Dale Turner YMCA	Register at Dale Turner YMCA
July 25-29	University YMCA*	Register at University YMCA
Aug. 1-5	University YMCA*	Register at University YMCA

* University YMCA camps are located at Building 406 ("The Brig") in Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle

Need help with registration? After clicking one of the above links, click on the red box that says "REGISTER HERE."

URBAN RIDERS CAMP
Ages: 12-16
Dates and locations:

Session 1: June 27 - July 1, Magnuson Park, Seattle
Session 2: August 8 - 12, Old Firehouse Teen Center, Redmond

Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Cost: $325 (Redmond Camp) or $250 (Magnuson Camp)

Explore the neighborhood by bike, spend a day at the Marymoor Velodrome, play bike polo with a local expert and ride out to an organic farm. Each day will include a “bike-able” activity as well as a few safety tips and some simple bike maintenance to keep your wheels in action! Bring a bike, a helmet, and lunch. Velodrome Track Riding (Redmond Camp)

Bike Polo
Street Skills Course
Velodrome – Track Riding (Redmond Camp)
Adventure rides to various parks
Tour de Theo Chocolate Factory (Magnuson Camp)
Bike Maintenance: Fixing Flat Tires

Registration:

Magnuson Camp: Register online

Redmond Camp: Register by calling Redmond Parks and Recreation at 425-556-2300

BIKES, BOATS, AND BEACH: week-long camp
Ages: 12-16
Dates: Aug. 22-26
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $250
Location: Magnuson Park

Come ride the wind with Sail Sandpoint, raft the rugged waters of Lake WA with Seattle Raft and Kayak, scale thrilling climbing walls with the Mountaineers, and learn some bike skills, followed by an urban ride with the Cascade Bicycle Club. The first day of camp, we’ll have a barbecue and float test where campers get to know each other before a week of adventure! The rest of the week, campers will explore the surrounding area of Magnuson Park and Lake Washington on bikes, sail boats, kayaks, and climbing. Bring sunscreen. Must be able to pass a float test. Bikes and helmets supplied. Register by calling the Magnuson Community Center at (206) 684-7026.

MOUNTAIN BIKING: Spring & summer camps (co-sponsored by Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance)

WHEELIE FUN DIRT CAMP
Ages: 6-8
Dates: 4 days

Session 1: July 5-8
Session 2: August 22-25

Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah
Cost: $120

Two wheel bikes roll through the park in search of treasure, race through the pump track and experience a little trail riding. Wheelie Fun riders will learn what it takes to be safe on the trails while having tons of fun. Campers must be able to ride a 2-wheel bike. Bring a bike and helmet.Parents must bring kids up to the Clearing inside the park and pick them up there too (10 minute walk).

DIRT CAMP: week-long camp
Ages: 9 - 14 (Kenmore & Issaquah)
Dates and locations:

Session 1: June 27-July 1, Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah
Session 2: July 11-15, Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah
Session 3: July 25-29, Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah
Session 4: August 1-5, Saint Edward State Park, Kenmore
Session 5: August 15-19, Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah

Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Cost: $250

Roots, rocks, jumps, and drops are just some of the skills we will work on in this camp. Each day starts off with skill builders and ends with long trail rides. Added this year will be trail building techniques. Guest pro riders will drop in and talk about what it takes to get to the top. We’ll do a hands on fix-a-flat class and play lots of bike games. Be sure to come prepared with a functional bike, a helmet and lunch. Early drop-off is available at 9 a.m. for $5 per day, until 9:45am. Camp includes:

The basics – gearing up, braking, shifting and body position
Balance – bridges and slow races
Uphill and downhill – faster and safer
Obstacles – logs, roots and rocks
Drops and jumps – between 1/2 ft - 2 ft high (higher for more advanced groups)
Maintenance – fix-a-flat
Trail building – working on projects in the park

GIRLS' DIRT CAMP
Ages: 10-14
Dates: August 8-12
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah
Cost: $250

Ride like a girl, and be proud of it! With the supportive guidance of our female coaches, you will master riding skills, fix flat tires with ease, and have tons of fun riding trails. Plus special guest appearances from local pro women riders. Bring a mountain bike, a helmet, and lunch. Early drop-off is available starting at 9am for $5 per day, until 9:45am.

The basics – gearing up, braking, shifting and body position
Balance – bridges, and slow races
Uphill and downhill – faster and safer
Obstacles – logs, roots and rocks
Drops and jumps – small to medium size (1/2 ft-2 ft high)
Maintenance – fix-a-flat
Trail building – working on projects in the park

DIRT RIDERS' CLUB
Ages: 9-14
Dates and locations:

Duthie Hill Park, Issaquah: Tuesdays

Session 1: June 28, July 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 2: August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Time: 5-7 p.m.
Cost: $95

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PROGRAMS for YOUTH AGENCIES / PARTIES

BIKE SKILLS & THRILLS
Ages: 11 and under
Time: 2-3 hours
Cost: $195
Location: We come to you.
Minimum: 5 kids, Maximum: 75 kids

A great way to get the kids in your summer program excited about riding along with the tools to do it safely! We start out with a twenty-minute safety talk including ‘Melon Drop’ and interactive safety tips. Then we run a bike rodeo including skills like looking back for cars, rock dodge, slalom and slow racing. You provide the kids, bikes and helmets four volunteers to assist with the course, and a playground or closed parking lot to ride around in.

URBAN RIDERS: 1-day road-riding class
Ages: 11-15
Time: four-hour class
Cost: $50 per student (5 student min, 12 max)
Location: Magnuson Park or we can come to you

Whether you want to save the planet, get fit, save some cash, or get places fast, this Urban Riders class will keep you safe while you’re doing it. The first part of each class is for discussion about road rules, safety, and parking lot drills. During the second part of class we will practice navigating intersections, roadways and changing lanes.We will also work on practical skills like front wheel lifts and fixing flat tires. Bring a bike in good working order plus a helmet. Based on the League of American Bicyclists’ curriculum.

FAMILY BIKE SKILLS
Ages: 8-11 with parent
Time: 2 hrs
Cost: $20 per person
Location: At your location
Minimum: 8 people, Maximum: 20 people

Family Bike Skills is a two hour course designed to give families the skills for safe and fun road riding. Children will learn proper road rules and techniques in a safe environment alongside parents. Parents will learn to further support their child’s riding education.

Bring bikes in good working order and helmets.

To schedule one of the above programs for your agency or party, contact Robin Randels, Classes Coordinator, robin.randels@cascadebicycleclub.org, (206) 446-7457

TRIPS FOR KIDS SEATTLE: day trips
Ages: 10-17
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $100 for a group of 10 kids plus staff
Location: Saint Edward State Park, Kenmore

Mountain bike programs and environmental awareness for kids who wouldn’t otherwise have these opportunities. Kids learn trail etiquette, rules of riding, bike skills and an appreciation for the environment. Bikes, helmets, gloves, Clif Bars, and full water bottles are supplied. At the end of each ride, we reflect on the day and share what we have learned. Agencies can sign up groups by contacting us. Visit the Trips for Kids website for more information.

THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS: Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance, Larry Kemp Memorial Fund/ WSBA (WA State Bicycle Association), Trips for Kids Seattle, Clif Bar, Seattle YMCA, Cycle U, , MVA (Marymoor Velodrome Association), Magnuson Community Center.

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Registration Information

Email kat.sweet@cascadebicycleclub.org or call 206-957-0651 with questions.

Scholarships

Scholarships available based on need. For more information email kat.sweet@cascadebicycleclub.org or call 206-957-0651.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received at least five business days before the camp start date (i.e., no later than 4:30 p.m. the Monday before start date) to receive a refund, minus a $25 cancellation fee. Cancellations received after that time will be refunded 50% of the registration fee.

Contact Information

For more information email kat.sweet@cascadebicycleclub.org or call 206-957-0651.