Trail-Craft: Women in Motion

Foundations & Control

Objective: Build confidence, basic control skills, and camaraderie.

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Arrival & Registration

  • Check-in
  • Gear inspection & bike setup
  • Coffee, welcome snacks

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Welcome & Safety Briefing

  • Introduction to instructors
  • Off-road safety, hydration tips
  • Overview of training zones

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Bike Familiarization & Body Positioning

  • Standing vs. seated riding
  • Balancing drills
  • Controls and braking basics

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Basic Terrain Handling

  • Riding on gravel, dirt, and uneven terrain
  • Throttle and clutch control drills
  • Controlled descents and climbs

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Lunch Break & Peer Meetups

  • Healthy catered lunch
  • Open discussion: “Why We Ride”

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Cornering & Line Selection

  • Low-speed cornering techniques
  • Trail reading and entry/exit practice

3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Trail Ride & Real-World Practice Loop

  • Guided loop with instructors
  • On-trail feedback and coaching

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Cool Down & Q&A

  • Debrief session