BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Roots MTB - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Roots MTB X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Roots MTB REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230224T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230226T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20230126T150646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T150738Z UID:1365-1677225600-1677430800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Bicycle Instructor Certification Course Level 2 DESCRIPTION:LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE SKILLS INSTRUCTOR\nALL NEW CURRICULUM – DROPS AND JUMPS\nLength: A 3-day course that certifies an individual as an Intermediate Skills Instructor. \nDates: February 24-26\, 2023 (8 am-5 pm) \nCost: $675 USD (participants must be current with their $65 annual membership dues). \nThe online prework will take approximately 30 hours to complete\, including a quiz after each chapter. \nThis course reinforces stability and biomechanics\, teaching strategy\, site selection\, goal setting\, proper demonstrations\, keywords\, progressions\, and error detection for all the Level 2 Intermediate Skills. \nThis is not a skills course; all participants are required to meet the BICP Ride Standards for each skill. \nCompletion of the course\, in addition to passing a practical exam\, will qualify an individual to: \nInstruct individual or group mountain bike skills clinics professionally\, systematically\, and safely.\nAssess the level of each rider in their group through a Pre-Ride Assessment.\nAssess and diagnose common errors within each rider’s intermediate skills.\nPrepare and implement teaching plans\, progressions\, and goal planning for future skills clinics.\nMake responsible choices when instructing mountain bike skills clinics.\nCourse Topics: \nLevel 1 Fundamental Skills review\nCreating teaching plans\nSkills analysis\nEffective teaching\nError detection and correction\nSkill progressions\nLevel 2 Prerequisites: \nBICP Ride Leader Certification.\nCurrent First Aid & CPR certificate.\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended.\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience.\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry.\nAt least 18 yrs. Old.\nGood communication skills.\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely.\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments).\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking.\nIn order to pass the BICP Level 2 course\, participants must complete the online pre-course work (approximately 30 hours)\, demonstrate an understanding of the material\, and perform suitable teaching simulations. All pre-course work must be completed 1 week prior to attending the in-person certification course. \nThe certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues.\nThis certification holder must possess a current basic First Aid/CPR training certification.\nThe Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued.\nAn in-person recertification course is required every 4 years.\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES February 5\, 2023 \nHost Information: \nRoots Mountain Biking – Jay Thomas jaythomasmtb@gmail.com \nOutdoor Location Facility: \nHot Springs National Park\, AR \nWe respectfully acknowledge that this course will take place on the traditional territories of Osage and Caddo whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicycle-instructor-certification-course-level-2-2/ LOCATION:Hot Springs\, AR\, Hot Springs\, Arkansas\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221002T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220106T023129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T231113Z UID:798-1664560800-1664733600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Women's MTB Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Women’s MTB Retreat is our signature event. This event takes place over 2.5 days at Two Rivers Bike Park in Nixa\, MO. The event is open to women of all skill levels and experience.\nParticipants are divided up into small groups to train and ride with our award winning\, certified instructors. Each day consists of morning yoga followed by skills clinics\, group rides\, and we wrap up each day around the campfire. \nYour registration fee covers all the training\, shuttles\, camping fees\, and most of your food. (you are responsible for your own breakfast and coffee). \nLunch will be provided both Saturday and Sunday\, as well as dinner Saturday night. There will be gluten free and vegetarian options.\nPlease BYOB – the park does not allow any glass * \nCamping is available for registered participants only. It is very primitive\, no RVs or campers. Bathrooms are on site but no showers. No need to reserve a camping spot. Just show up and we have a designated camping spot for the group. \nHere is a quick list of things to bring; bike\, helmet\, riding gear\, hydration pack\, yoga mat\, extra shoes\, body armor\, snacks!\, sunblock\, bug spray and sunglasses. Keep a close eye on the weather though and pack accordingly\, we may be experiencing cooler temps than we’re used to! \nBelow is a rough schedule for the weekend: \nFriday September 30th\n3:00 – 6:00 Check in and camp set up\n6:00 – 8:00 Welcome Meeting (barn) \nSaturday October 1st\n8:00 – 9:00 Yoga with Monica Foltz\n9:30 – 12:30 Skills Clinics\n12:30 – 1:15 Lunch provided by Sunshine Bike Shop\n1:30 – 4:00 Groups rides\n5:00 – 6:00 Pumptrack Lesson\n5:00 – 6:00 Wheelies!!\n5:00 – 6:00 Dinner provided\n6:00 – 7:00 Gear talks w/ the Roots Team\n7:00 – 9:00 Camp Fire \nSunday October 2nd\n8:00 – 9:00 Yoga with Monica Foltz\n9:30 – 10:30 Warm up ride\n10:30 – 12:30 Advanced Skills – On Trail\n12:30 – 1:30 Lunch provided by Sunshine Bike Shop\n1:30 – 2:30 Advanced Skills – On Trail\n2:30 – Wrap up \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/womens-mtb-retreat-3/ LOCATION:Two Rivers Bike Park\, 5055 Two rivers Rd.\, highlandville\, 65669\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220216T205612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220217T215938Z UID:868-1660395600-1660413600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Roots MTB Clinics - ICC Challenge DESCRIPTION:Come join us at St. Louis’s premier XC MTB race the ICC Challenge. This year we’re joining the good folks of the ICC challenge to offer both adult and kids skills clinics on Saturday afternoon before race day. Let our award winning coaches take you and your family through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. \nHere is the schedule for the clinics. There are 2 adult clinics and 1 kids clinic \n1:00 – 3:00 Adult Session 1\nBody Poistioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nThe “Stomp”\nIntro to Cornering \n1:00 – 3:00 Kids Clinic\nBasic skills assessment\nWheel Lifts\nTrackstands\nCornering\nRoll Downs\nDrops \n4:00 – 6:00 Adult Session 2\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift\nCornering\nIntro to Drops \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/roots-mtb-clinic-icc-challenge/ LOCATION:Indian Camp Creek\, Foristell\, 63348\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220626T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220524T170115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T170402Z UID:1056-1656057600-1656262800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Bicycle Instructor Certification Course - Level 2 DESCRIPTION:Level 2 Certification – Intermediate Skills Instructor\nLength: A 3-day course \nTime: 8 am – 5 pm \nDates: Friday\, June 24 – Sunday\, June 26\, 2022 \nCost: $650.00 USD. All participants must be in good standing with annual dues. \nThe Level 2 course offers hands-on training\, students will receive comprehensive training on the fundamental elements of mountain biking. Level 2 participants will create a foundation for teaching mountain bike skills clinics including personal riding skills\, proper form\, systematic methods\, and terminology. \nLevel 2 Prerequisites: \nCurrent First Aid & CPR certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nBICP Level 1 Certification\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\nYou will be tested on the following: \nFundamental Skill\nIntermediate Skills\nSkill Description\nTeaching Points\nDemonstrations\nGroup Management\nError Detection and Corrections\nProgressions\nCommunication\nLeadership & Professional Conduct\nIn order to pass the BICP Level 2 course\, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material\, perform a suitable teaching simulation\, and pass a written test. Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate\, teach\, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections. \nLevel 2 Course Topics: \nFundamental Skill review\nSkills analysis\nEffective teaching\nError detection and correction\nSkill progressions\nCreating teaching plans\nThe certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues. \nThis certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid/CPR training certification. \nThe Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued. \nAn in-person recertification course is required every 4 years. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES June 1\, 2022\nHost Information: \nRoots Mountain Biking – rootsmountainbiking.com\nJay Thomas – Jaythomasmtb@gmail.com\nName & Address of Outdoor Facility: \nThe Railyard Bike Park\n299 E Cherry St\, Rogers\, AR 72756 \nLodging Options: \nCourtyard by Marriott\n4201 W. Green Acres Road\, Rogers\, AR 72758 \nBike Shops / Rentals: \nPhat Tire Bike Shop\n318 S 1st St\, Rogers\, AR 72756 \nWe respectfully acknowledge that this course will take place on the traditional territories of Osage and the Caddo whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. \nTicket Type Price Cart\nBICP L2 Certification – Rogers\, AR – June 24-26\, 2022 $650.00\nADD TO CART URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicycle-instructor-certification-course-level-2/ LOCATION:Railyard Bike Park\, Rogers\, AR END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220515T222941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220515T223010Z UID:1029-1655920800-1655928000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Roots MTB Clinics - KS DESCRIPTION:This 2 hour mountain bike skills clinic will cover the following essential riding skills: \nBody Poistioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nWheel Lifts\nBasic Cornering \nPlease make sure to have your bike and body in good working order prior to the clinic. Also\, please have your bike set up with flat pedals. \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-roots-mtb-clinics-ks-2/ LOCATION:Lexington Lake De Soto\, KS\, 8850 Sunflower Rd\, De Soto\, KS\, 66018\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220515T222118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220515T222236Z UID:1028-1655834400-1655841600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Roots MTB Clinics - KS DESCRIPTION:This 2 hour skills clinic is open to all abilities and it will cover the following essential riding skills: \nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nWheel Lifts\nBasic Cornering \nPlease make sure to have your bike and body in good working order prior to the clinic. Also please have your bike set up with flat pedals. \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-roots-mtb-clinics-ks/ LOCATION:Lexington Lake De Soto\, KS\, 8850 Sunflower Rd\, De Soto\, KS\, 66018\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T165223Z UID:813-1655744400-1655751600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions - REGISTRATION CLOSED DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in June. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 June 6th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 June 13th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 June 20th\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions-6/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T165457Z UID:812-1655139600-1655146800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions - REGISTRATION CLOSED DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in June. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 June 6th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 June 13th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 June 20th\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift\nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions-5/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T031604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220206T215757Z UID:814-1654939800-1654959600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Bike Park Series - Steelville DESCRIPTION:The Bike Park Series presented by Roots MTB\nSteelville Bike Park – June 11th\nShepherd MTB Park – April 30th\nShepherd MTB Park – May 28th\nHowler Bike Park -TBD \nSchedule:\nMorning clinic session 9:30-12:00\nLunch 12:00 – 1:00\nAfternoon session 1:00-3:00 \nThe great state of Missouri is turning into a Midwest mountain bike destination and we want to show you around!\nWith several new bike parks opening up across the state\, the need for bike park related skills is on almost every rider’s minds.\nCome join our team of BICP certified instructors as we take you through a full day of skills clinics at one of these amazing new parks. These clinics will have a strong focus on technical trail riding along with some of the more advanced bike park skills like jumping\, drops\, and riding berms. We will cater each clinic to the design of each park.\nIf you are looking to focus on jumping\, berms\, and flowy terrain – register for Steelville\nIf you’re looking to learn how to carry speed through the rocks – register for Shepherd \n*Full face helmets and body armor are highly recommended \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-bike-park-series-steelville/ LOCATION:Steelville MTB Park\, 203 Industrial Dr.\, Steelville\, MO\, 65565\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T165348Z UID:811-1654534800-1654542000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions - REGISTRATION CLOSED DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in June. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 June 6th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 June 13th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 June 20th\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions-4/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T170217Z UID:810-1653325200-1653332400@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in May. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 May 9th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 May 16th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 May 23rd\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions-3/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220516T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T170120Z UID:809-1652720400-1652727600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in May. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 May 9th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 May 16th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 May 23rd\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions-2/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220511T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220511T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220315T204155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T113259Z UID:896-1652292000-1652297400@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Roots Level 2 Clinic DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 hour clinic will cover the following essential riding skills: \nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift\nCornering\nIntro to Drops \nTo register call 314-587-2812 URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/roots-level-2-clinic/ LOCATION:Drace Park\, 2310 Cedar Valley Rd.\, Town and Country\, MO\, 63131\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T030007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T170012Z UID:808-1652115600-1652122800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Monday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This is a series of skills clinics taking place on select Mondays in May. Join our instructor Laura as she takes riders through all the fundamnetal skills of mountain biking. Each session is designed to build on the next. These sessions will consist of some skills work followed by a short ride when applicable.\nHere is a schedule of what skills are being covered on each date. \nSession 1 May 9th\nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nIntro to Cornering \nSession 2 May 16th\nCornering\nClimbing\nSwitchbacks \nSession 3 May 23rd\nWheel Lifts\nFront Wheel Lift\nRear Wheel Lift\nLevel Lift \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-monday-skills-sessions/ LOCATION:Creve Coeur Park\, Bootleggers Run Trailhead\, Maryland Heights\, MO\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220504T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220504T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220315T203822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T112958Z UID:895-1651687200-1651692600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Roots Level 1 Clinic Women's Only DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 hour clinic will cover the following essential riding skills:\nBody positioning\nBike and Body Separation\nBraking\nThe “Stomp”\nIntro to Cornering \nTo register call 314-587-2812 URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/roots-level-1-clinic-womens-only/ LOCATION:Drace Park\, 2310 Cedar Valley Rd.\, Town and Country\, MO\, 63131\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220117T024718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T210804Z UID:805-1651311000-1651330800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Bike Park Series - Shepherd Mountain DESCRIPTION:The Bike Park Series presented by Roots MTB\nSteelville Bike Park – June 11th\nShepherd MTB Park – April 30th\nShepherd MTB Park – May 28th\nHowler Bike Park -TBD \nSchedule:\nMorning clinic session 9:30-12:00\nLunch 12:00 – 1:00\nAfternoon session 1:00-3:00 \nThe great state of Missouri is turning into a Midwest mountain bike destination and we want to show you around!\nWith several new bike parks opening up across the state\, the need for bike park related skills is on almost every rider’s minds.\nCome join our team of BICP certified instructors as we take you through a full day of skills clinics at one of these amazing new parks. These clinics will have a strong focus on technical trail riding along with some of the more advanced bike park skills like jumping\, drops\, and riding berms. We will cater each clinic to the design of each park.\nIf you are looking to focus on jumping\, berms\, and flowy terrain – register for Steelville\nIf you’re looking to learn how to carry speed through the rocks – register for Shepherd \n*Full face helmets and body armor are highly recommended \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-bike-park-series-shepherd-mountain/ LOCATION:Shepherd MTB Park\, 240 E. Russell Street\, Ironton\, MO\, 63650\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220207T234242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220423T113131Z UID:851-1651082400-1651087800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Roots Level 1 Clinic DESCRIPTION:This 1.5 hour clinic will cover the following essential riding skills: \nBody Positioning\nBike and Body Seperation\nBraking\nThe “Stomp”\nIntro to Cornering \nTo register call 314-587-2812 URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/roots-level-1-clinic/ LOCATION:Drace Park\, 2310 Cedar Valley Rd.\, Town and Country\, MO\, 63131\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220106T021935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T021948Z UID:797-1649404800-1649610000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:BICP Level 1 Instructor Course DESCRIPTION:Level 1 Certification – Fundamental Skills Instructor  (PRIVATE COURSE) \nLength: A 3-day course \nTime: 8 am – 5 pm \nDates: Friday\, April 8 – Sunday\, April 10\, 2022 \nCost: $650 USD\, including the cost of the online Ride Leader course. \n(Current BICP Ride Leaders should contact administration for subsidized pricing prior to registering) \nIn order to pass the BICP Level 1 course\, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material\, perform a suitable teaching simulation\, and pass a written test. Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate\, teach\, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections. \nThe Level 1 course offers hands-on training\, students will receive comprehensive training on the fundamental elements of mountain biking. Level 1 participants will create a foundation for teaching mountain bike skills clinics including personal riding skills\, proper form\, systematic methods\, and terminology. \nLevel 1 Prerequisites: \n\nCurrent First Aid & CPR certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nBICP Ride Leader Certification\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\n\nCourse topics: \n\nInstructor Best Practices\nSkills Analysis\nIntroduction to Instruction\nFundamental Skills\n\nThe certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues. \nThis certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid / CPR training certification. \nThe Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued. \nAn in-person recertification course is required every 4 years. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES  March 15\, 2022\nHost Information: \nFriends of Arkansas Singletrack\nBeth Anne Holloway\nbethanne@thgnwa.com \nName & Address of the Outdoor Facility:\nTBD ( Slaughter Pen Trails) \nLodging Options:\n \nThe Bike Inn Bentonville– 3400 S Walton Blvd\, Bentonville\, AR 72712 \nBike Shop:\nPhat Tire -125 West Central Ave. Bentonville\, AR 72712 \nMojo Cycling -1100 North Walton Blvd\, Bentonville\, AR 72712 URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicp-level-1-instructor-course-2/ LOCATION:Bentonville\, AR\, Bentonville\, AR\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20220106T021330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T021345Z UID:796-1641718800-1641733200@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:BICP Level 2 Prep Course DESCRIPTION:Length: (4 hours) This course includes skills demonstrations and skills progressions you will need to be comfortable with the Level 2 Certification Course. \nCost: $200 USD \nDate: Sunday\, January 9\, 2022. \nTime: 9am – 1pm \nOur Expectations: We expect to see that as a rider you have mastered the Fundamental Elements and can demonstrate and teach ANY of the Level 1 skills with proper demonstrations and progressions performed using PLATFORM/FLAT PEDALS. \nLevel 2 Pre-requisites: \n\nCurrent BICP Level 1 Certification\n40 hours of experience assisting or leading an MTB skills clinic or instructional ride\nProficiency in performing the riding skills you will learn to teach\nAbility to confidently demonstrate and master all basic level skills on flat pedals\nOpen-minded towards new teaching techniques and terminology\nCurrent First Aid & CPR Certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\n\nLevel 2 Course Skills: \n\nReview of Level 1 Fundamental Skills\nTrackstand\nFront Wheel-Lift\nRear Wheel-Lift\nLevel Lift\n¼ Punch Front Wheel-Lift\nManual Front Wheel-Lift\nAdvanced Braking\nSteep Descending\nRoll Down Lunge\nHigh-Speed Cornering\n\nThe course Instructor will give brief demonstrations of most of the skills listed and allow time for the participants to practice and receive feedback. \n\n\nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES January 2\, 2022.\nHost Information: \nJay Thomas \nRoots MTB \nName & Address of Outdoor Facility: \nEureka Mountain Bike Park – 1 Coffee Park Lane Eureka\, MO 63025\nInclement Weather: N/A \nLodging Options: \nHampton Inn St. Louis Southwest – 9 Lambert Drury Dr\, Valley Park\, MO 63088 \nBike Shops / Rentals: \nMountain Bike Shed – 54 Legends Pkwy Suite 153\, Eureka\, MO 63025 \n  URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicp-level-2-prep-course/ LOCATION:The Eureka MTB Park\, 1 Coffee Park Ln\, Eureka\, MO\, 63025\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211010T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210816T172440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T172454Z UID:663-1633680000-1633885200@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:BICP Level 1 Instructor Course DESCRIPTION:Level 1 Certification – Fundamental Skills Instructor \nLength: A 3-day course \nTime: 8 am – 5 pm \nDates: Friday\, October 8\, 2021 – Sunday\, October 10\, 2021 \nCost: $650 USD\, includes the cost of the online Ride Leader course. \n(Current BICP Ride Leaders should contact administration for subsidized pricing prior to registering) \nIn order to pass the BICP Level 1 course\, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material\, perform a suitable teaching simulation\, and pass a written test. Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate\, teach\, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections. \nThe Level 1 course offers hands-on training\, students will receive comprehensive training on the fundamental elements of mountain biking. Level 1 participants will create a foundation for teaching mountain bike skills clinics including personal riding skills\, proper form\, systematic methods\, and terminology. \nCompletion of the course\, in addition to passing a practical exam\, will qualify an individual to: \nInstruct individual or group mountain bike skills clinics in a professional\, systematic\, and safe manner\nAssess the level of each rider in their group through a pre-ride observation session\nAssess and diagnose common errors within each rider’s fundamental skills\nPrepare and implement teaching plans\, progressions\, and goal planning for future skills clinics\nMake responsible choices when instructing mountain bike skills clinics\nLevel 1 Prerequisites: \nCurrent First Aid & CPR certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification strongly recommended\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nBICP Ride Leader Certification\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\nCourse topics: \nInstructor Best Practices\nSkills Analysis\nIntroduction to Instruction\nFundamental Skills\nThe certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues. \nThis certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid / CPR training certification. \nThe Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued. \nAn in-person recertification course is required every 4 years. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES September 15\, 2021 \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicp-level-1-instructor-course/ LOCATION:Bentonville\, AR\, Bentonville\, AR\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210924T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210926T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20201020T154700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T165956Z UID:465-1632506400-1632679200@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Women's MTB Retreat DESCRIPTION:Details TBD – Must be 18 or older to register \nFriday Sept 24th \n3:00 – 6:00 Check in and camp set up \n6:00 – 8:00 Welcome Meeting (barn) \n  \nSaturday Sept 25th \n8:30 – 9:30 Yoga with Monica Foltz \n10:00 – 12:30 Skills Clinics \n12:30 – 1:15 Lunch provided by Sunshine Bike Shop \n1:30 – 4:00 Groups rides \n4:00 – 6:00 Dinner on your own \n6:00 – 7:00 Gear talks w/ the Roots Team \n7:00 – 9:00 Movie night! \n  \nSunday Sept 26th \n8:30 – 9:30 Yoga with Monica Foltz \n10:00 – 12:30 Skills Clinics – On Trail \n12:30 – 1:30 Lunch provided by Sunshine Bike Shop \n1:30 – 2:30 Wrap up and raffle! \n  \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/womens-mtb-retreat-2/ LOCATION:Two Rivers Bike Park\, 5055 Two rivers Rd.\, highlandville\, 65669\, United States CATEGORIES:Clinics ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210912T170000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210816T170730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T171328Z UID:659-1631260800-1631466000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:BICP Level 3 Instructor Course DESCRIPTION:Level 3 Certification Advanced Skills Instructor\nLength: A 3-day course \nTime: 8 am – 5 pm \nDates: Friday\, September 10 -Sunday\, September 12\, 2021 \nCost: $650 USD\, all participants must be in good standing with their annual membership dues. \nIn order to pass the BICP course\, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material\, perform a suitable teaching simulation\, and pass a written test. Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate\, teach\, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections. \nInstructors will take their experiences from teaching the Level 1 and 2 curriculum and expand on their demonstrations\, skills analysis\, and progressions\, strategies\, and methods to enhance high-quality\, reputable instructors. \nThe Level 3 course requires an expert level of personal riding ability. All pre-requisites for this course will be strictly enforced with no exceptions. \nCompletion of the course\, in addition to passing a practical exam\, will qualify an individual to: \nInstruct individual or group mountain bike skills clinics in a professional\, systematic\, and safe manner\nAssess the level of each rider in their group through a pre-ride observation session\nAssess and diagnose common errors within each rider’s fundamental skills\nPrepare and implement teaching plans\, progressions\, and goal planning for future skills clinics\nMake responsible choices when instructing mountain bike skills clinics\nAssist BICP instructors at clinics\, camps\, and events\nLevel 3 Pre-requisites: \nCurrent BICP Level 2 Certification\n40 hours of experience assisting or leading an MTB skills clinic or instructional ride\nMeet or exceed our BICP LEVEL 3 RIDING STANDARDS\nProficiency in performing the riding skills you will learn to teach\nAbility to confidently demonstrate and master all basic level skills on flat pedals\nOpen-minded towards new teaching techniques and terminology\nCurrent First Aid & CPR Certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended\nFive or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\n Level 3 Course Skills: \nFundamental Skills review\nIntermediate Skills review\nNorth Shore Dismount\nAdvanced Rear Wheel Lifts (Puddle Stomp & Nose Manual Turn)\nBunny Hop\nLevel Lift to the Side\nLunge Drop\nStomp Drop\nPumping\nBasic Jumping\nThe certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues.\nThe certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid / CPR training certification.\nThe Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued.\nAn in-person\, recertification course is required every 4 years. \n Although this course is not to be taken as a personal skills training event\, participants will end up honing their skills on the bike and gaining additional knowledge about mountain biking. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES September 1\, 2021 \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicp-level-3-instructor-course/ LOCATION:Kiillington Mountain Resort\, 4763 Killington Rd\, 05751\, Killington\, VT\, 05751\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T140000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210816T171825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210816T171835Z UID:662-1631181600-1631196000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:BICP Level 3 Skills Prep Clinic DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER 9\, 2021 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM KILLINGTON\, VT\nLevel 3 Skills Prep Clinic – Advanced Skills Instructor \nLength: (4 hours) This course includes skills demonstrations and skills progressions you will need to be comfortable with the Level 3 Certification Course. \nCost: $200 USD \nDate: Thursday\, September 9\, 2021. \nTime: 10am – 2pm \nOur Expectations: We expect to see that as a rider you have mastered the Fundamental Elements and can demonstrate and teach ANY of the Level 1 & 2 skills on your first attempt along with proper error detection and correction using positive critique. We will expect that you are comfortable and fluent with all current keywords and teaching points along with proper demonstrations and progressions performed using PLATFORM/FLAT PEDALS. \nLevel 3 Pre-requisites: \nCurrent BICP Level 2 Certification\n40 hours of experience assisting or leading an MTB skills clinic or instructional ride\nProficiency in performing the riding skills you will learn to teach\nAbility to confidently demonstrate and master all basic level skills on flat pedals\nOpen-minded towards new teaching techniques and terminology\nCurrent First Aid & CPR Certificate\nWilderness First Aid certification is strongly recommended\nThree or more years of mountain bike experience\nVolunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry\nAt least 18 yrs. old\nGood communication skills\nA strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely\nAbility to perform basic trailside repairs (flat tires\, broken chains\, and shift adjustments)\nFluent in the English language including reading and speaking\n Level 3 Course Skills: \nFundamental Skills review\nIntermediate Skills review\nNorth Shore Dismount\nAdvanced Rear Wheel Lifts ( Puddle Stomp & Nose Manual Turn)\nBunny Hop\nLevel Lift to the Side\nNose Turn Manual\nLunge Drop\nStomp Drop\nPumping\nJumping\n* All participants must be in good standing with their membership dues prior to attending this event * \nThe course Instructor will give brief demonstrations of most of the skills listed and allow time for the participants to practice and receive feedback. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES September 1\, 2021. \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/bicp-level-3-skills-prep-clinic/ LOCATION:Kiillington Mountain Resort\, 4763 Killington Rd\, 05751\, Killington\, VT\, 05751\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210607T201405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T185808Z UID:605-1629223200-1629230400@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Roots Tuesday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This 3 week series is geared toward beginner and intermediate level mountain bikers. Beginner riders will learn the essential skills needed to establish a solid foundation for mountain biking. Intermediate riders will learn how to polish up your basics as well as change some bad habits in riding technique.\nEach week we will learn different skills in a controlled environment.\nHere is the schedule: \nTuesday August 3rd\nBody Position\, Bike and Body Separation\, Braking\, Intro to Cornering \nTuesday August 10th\nCornering – high speed\, Cornering Switchbacks \nTuesday August 17th\nWheel Lifts: Front Wheel Lift\, Rear Wheel Lift\, Level Lift\nCost is $50 per session \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-roots-tuesday-skills-sessions-4/ LOCATION:Lexington Lake De Soto\, KS\, 8850 Sunflower Rd\, De Soto\, KS\, 66018\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210207T204943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T185711Z UID:553-1628618400-1628625600@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Roots Tuesday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This 3 week series is geared toward beginner and intermediate level mountain bikers. Beginner riders will learn the essential skills needed to establish a solid foundation for mountain biking. Intermediate riders will learn how to polish up your basics as well as change some bad habits in riding technique.\nEach week we will learn different skills in a controlled environment.\nHere is the schedule: \nTuesday August 3rd\nBody Position\, Bike and Body Separation\, Braking\, Intro to Cornering \nTuesday August 10th\nCornering – high speed\, Cornering Switchbacks \nTuesday August 17th\nWheel Lifts: Front Wheel Lift\, Rear Wheel Lift\, Level Lift\nCost is $50 per session \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-roots-tuesday-skills-sessions-3/ LOCATION:Lexington Lake Park\, De Soto\, KS ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210803T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210803T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210207T204759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T190016Z UID:552-1628013600-1628020800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Roots Tuesday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This 3 week series is geared toward beginner and intermediate level mountain bikers. Beginner riders will learn the essential skills needed to establish a solid foundation for mountain biking. Intermediate riders will learn how to polish up your basics as well as change some bad habits in riding technique.\nEach week we will learn different skills in a controlled environment. \nHere is the schedule: \nTuesday August 3rd\nBody Position\, Bike and Body Separation\, Braking\, Intro to Cornering \nTuesday August 10th\nCornering – high speed\, Cornering Switchbacks \nTuesday August 17th\nWheel Lifts: Front Wheel Lift\, Rear Wheel Lift\, Level Lift\nCost is $50 per session \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-tuesday-skills-sessions-2/ LOCATION:De Soto\, KS\, KS ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210623T152053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T152942Z UID:619-1626282000-1626292800@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Level Up! DESCRIPTION:Level Up! Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Join Laura & Annie as they show you how to rail berms\, ride drops\, and get up technical terrain in this 3 hour Intermediate level clinic. \nPrerequisite recommended: solid foundational skills and/or having completed a prior Roots MTB skills clinic. \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/level-up/ LOCATION:Glencoe City Park\, 225 Grand Ave\, Wildwood\, MO\, 63038\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210626T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210627T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210511T021113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T021422Z UID:573-1624699800-1624795200@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Flow Clinics DESCRIPTION:Come join award winning instructor Jay Thomas as he’ll be offering 3 clinics over a day and a half at Mt Trashmore in Cedar Rapids. Here is the clinic schedule:\nSaturday 6/26 9:30 – 12:00 Level 2 Clinic\nSaturday 6/26 1:00 – 3:30 Level 3 Clinic\nSunday 6/27 9:30 – 12:00 Level 3 Clinic\nThe Level 2 Clinic is great for seasoned riders looking to break some bad habits and build on some new skills.\nThe Level 3 Clinic is good for Advanced riders who are comfortable on the flow trail at Mt. Trashmore\, but would like to practice more advanced skills like pumping\, bunny hops\, and basic jumping.\nCost is $75 per session.\n\n\nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-flow-clinics/ LOCATION:Beverly Park\, 2281 37th Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210624T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210624T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210411T205318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T161637Z UID:563-1624555800-1624563000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:Roots MTB Social Skills DESCRIPTION:You know how you’re always thinking if I only did some regular skills practice…\nJoin us on Thursday evenings in June for some mountain bike skills practice followed by socializing!\nInstructors Laura & Annie will present a few skills each week in a controlled environment to start the session followed by practice and feedback. The last part of the session will be more informal practice\, trails\, games\, socializing\, and BYOB if desired to get a jump start on the weekend!\nSkills will be suitable for beginner riders but anyone is welcome to join in!\nEvent Location: Castlewood State Park 5:30-7:30 PM\n6/3/21 Session 1: Basics of climbing and descending\n6/10/21 Session 2: Switchbacks\n6/17/21 Session 3: Descending skills 201\n6/24/21 Session 4: Clearing obstacles on the trail\n  \nRegister Now! URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/roots-mtb-social-skills-4/ LOCATION:Castlewood State Park\, 1401 Kifer Creek Rd\, Ballwin\, MO\, 63021\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T200000 DTSTAMP:20260503T131749 CREATED:20210207T204531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T192709Z UID:551-1624384800-1624392000@rootsmountainbiking.com SUMMARY:The Tuesday Skills Sessions DESCRIPTION:This 3 week series is geared toward beginner and intermediate level mountain bikers. Beginner riders will learn the essential skills needed to establish a solid foundation for mountain biking. Intermediate riders will learn how to polish up your basics as well as change some bad habits in riding technique.\nEach week we will learn different skills in a controlled environment\, then we’ll take those skills to the trail to practice.\nHere is the schedule: \nTuesday June 8th\nBody Position\, Bike and Body Separation\, Braking\, Intro to Cornering \nTuesday June 15th\nCornering – high speed\, Cornering Switchbacks \nTuesday June 22nd\nWheel Lifts: Front Wheel Lift\, Rear Wheel Lift\, Level Lift\nCost is $50 per session URL:https://rootsmountainbiking.com/event/the-tuesday-skills-sessions/ LOCATION:De Soto\, KS\, KS ORGANIZER;CN="Roots Mountain Biking":MAILTO:jaythomasmtb@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR