The Kids Module can be used in a variety of ways by any level of certified PMBIA Instructor... this module packs a punch and can bring value to your craft of teaching mountain biking, no matter how experienced you are!

Instructors looking to learn more tools and techniques to teach kids mountain bike programs, and how to adapt to different age groups.

Instructors learning how to teach and guide kids on real mountain bike trails.

Instructors looking to add further teaching skills and concepts, in preparation for the PMBI Level 2 or 3 Certifications.

The Kids Module is also a mandatory component of the Level 3 Modular Certification Process.

WHY TAKE THIS MODULE

Learn more about teaching kids. If you’re a Level 1 or 2 instructor and plan to teach kids programs a lot, this training module is ideal.
Improve the safety of your lessons. Learn more about guiding kids on suitable terrain, given their age, size and physical capabilities.
Make your lessons more fun! There’s lots more to teaching kids than simply “playing games”. If they are riding bikes and improving, they’ll be having fun. Learn to deliver the best lessons in the optimal way for each age group, so your kids keep coming back for more!
Develop your teaching skills for all types of riders! The 1-day module provides continued training and development to help instructors refine the delivery of any lesson, regardless of the student type.
Prepare for the Level 2 or complete your Level 3 Certification: The Kids module introduces some new concepts featured in the Level 2 Certification and acts as a mandatory component of the modular Level 3 Certification. Instructors can take this module at any point following their Level 1 Certification.

PREREQUISITES

PMBIA Level 1 Certification is mandatory
Current PMBIA Membership. Membership is not included in the cost of the Kids module and must be purchased separately.
A genuine passion or interest in working with kids in the outdoors
Confident riding at trail speed on technical, intermediate terrain, including green, blue and “light” black trails.
A minimum of 36 months mountain biking experience.
40hr Wilderness First Aid Certification, or equivalent, strongly recommended (but not required to take the course)
The minimum age for the L1 Kids Teaching Module is 15 years old. However, the PMBIA does recommend instructors younger than 17, work with an assistant coach of age to help deal with any personal, first aid or emergency situations, should they arise.