Camp Information
Cost
$450
per week
Ages
9-17
all skill levels
Hours
9am-3pm
Mon-Fri
Locations
Cane Ridge Park
Cedar Hill Park
2026 Dates:
Space is limited to 18 campers per week.
| Level | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 101 – Beginner | June 8-12 | Cane Ridge Park |
| 202 – Intermediate | June 15-19 | Cedar Hill Park |
| 303 – Advanced | June 22-26 | Cane Ridge Park |
| 101 – Beginner | July 6-10 | Cedar Hill Park |
Registration is processed through our partner Active.com — it’s quick and secure.
Information
Campers must provide their own bike, helmet and required safety gear.
Time: Monday-Friday, Drop-off between 8:30 and 9:00 am, Pick-up between 3:00 and 3:30 pm.
Ages: 9-17
Price: $450
$80 of your camp fee goes directly to support the park system!
What to Bring:
- Mountain Bike with pre-camp maintenance check
- Helmet (full-face strongly recommended)
- Tire tube fitted to your bike
- Lunch
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Reusable water bottle
We also recommend gloves, body armor, knee pads, elbow pads, and shin guards.
About the Sessions
Mountain Bike Camp
101
Who: For riders ages 9-13 with an interest in Mountain biking and have done less than 10 trail rides. Mountain bike trails are dirt paths with obstacles such as rocks, roots, and hills.
Campers will learn the basics of riding their mountain bike through skills development sessions, then drills, and finally: on the trails. The camps are full of cycling activities that keep things fun and challenging. Campers will also get to participate in traditional camp activities too like crafts, games, and nature education.
Camp kicks off with a pre-ride bike check and set-up, and rider evaluation so the instructors can ensure each rider is safe and put in the proper riding group according to their comfort and skill level. This gives campers a chance to learn more about their bike and how it functions. Once campers are properly fitted on their mountain bikes, we teach fundamentals of bike control, body position, riding speed and overall cycling techniques. All of these skills are essential to give campers a chance to get accustomed to the terrain.
Mountain Bike Camp
202
Who: Riders ages 11-16 with some experience in Mountain biking (Has done more than 10 rides and comfortable on green level trails).
Riders continue transitioning from basics of riding and maintaining their mountain bike to an intermediate level. The camps are full of cycling activities from skill drills, practice trials, short courses and trail rides that keep things fun and challenging. Safety first – so camp begins with rider and equipment assessments and skill checks.
Once campers have demonstrated their safe riding skills and competency on beginner techniques, we teach bike navigation, riding speed, body positioning, cornering, pumping, and braking skills which are essential to intermediate trail riding. The camp day will include skill development sessions, drills, and practices to ensure every rider will be ready and safe on the trails. Intermediate riders will spend most of the week on Green level trails and may graduate to Blue level when the riding group has demonstrated confidence and competency to level up.
Mountain Bike Camp
303
Who: Mountain Bike riders with more than a year of experience and who are confident on Blue/intermediate level trails
Riders will complete a skill check and a bike set up session to ensure all riders are ready to be safe. While this group is experienced, there are still opportunities to learn and develop more skills from training with our professional instructor and coach. Camp Days will include skill drills, time trials, and practice sessions, along with trail rides on a variety of trail levels. Campers will ride in buddy pairs and the group will go as fast as the slowest rider to ensure we stay together and safe. Most time will be spent on Blue level trails and learning to gain confidence on Black level trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
What levels are offered, and how do I know which one is right for my child?
We offer three levels — 101 (Beginner), 202 (Intermediate), and 303 (Advanced). Your camper should already be comfortable riding a bike on pavement before enrolling. Skill and rider ability are evaluated at the start of camp, so when in doubt, start at 101.
What ages are accepted?
Mountain Bike Camp is open to campers ages 9–15.
Does my child need their own mountain bike?
Yes. A properly fitted mountain bike in good working condition is required. If you need help finding one, contact us and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Is there a bike inspection requirement?
Yes — all bikes must pass a safety check before the first day. Our partner RIDE615 Bicycle Shop offers free inspections for camp participants. Check the Mountain Bike Camp Parent Guide for specifics.
What does camp cost, and what does that include?
Camp is $450 per week. $80 of that goes directly to support Nashville Area Parks — the system that maintains the trails your camper will ride.
How do I register?
Registration is handled through our partner Active Network — it’s secure and takes just a few minutes. Click here to register for Mountain Bike Camp.
What if a session is full?
Sessions fill quickly. If your preferred session is full, you can sign up for the waitlist in Active via the registration link or check availability in other sessions. If spots open up, they are offered in order of waitlist signup.
What is the refund policy?
Our cancellation and refund policy is the same for all camps. You can review it here.
Leadership Academy’s Mountain Bike Camp is permitted by Nashville Metro Parks.
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