Rapid City
Department of Parks and Recreation

Mountain Biking Classes

Rapid City Parks and Recreation along with the Black Hills Mountain Biking Association is offering a great way to increase your fitness, get started riding single track trails, or refresh your skills in the mountain biking area.

In the beginner class you will master the skills you'll need to ride safely on single track trails. In the intermediate class we go beyond the single track; we'll teach you how to manage the technical stuff, how to ride over rocks, roots and logs. The best way to build a solid skill base is to practice the skills and drills you'll learn on the trail.

Throughout all the classes, our instructors will guide you through some of the local trail systems and provide you with the knowledge you'll need to find your way around. Below is an overview of the available classes. The Mountain Bike Skills Classes are limited to a small number of participants, so sign up early.

Women's Mountain Bike Class
These classes are geared toward women of every age. The first class location will be Wilderness Park, then various locations to be annoucned. Maximum class size is 10. Beginning and Intermediate levels are available at a cost of $80. Please see the Program Guide for registration code, dates and times, or call the Recreation Office at 394-4168 for more information.

Kids Mountain Bike Class
These classes are geared for ages 10-15. The first class location will be Wildenress Par, then various locations to be announced. Maximum class size is 10. Beginner ands Intermediate levels are available. Please see the Program Guide for registration code, dates and times, or call the Recreation Office at 394-4168 for more information.

Walk and Bike for LIfe Summit - May 22, 2008
This "Walk/Bike for Life" Summit brings together experts from different parts of the world to discuss how we can implement change for the better. Whether you're an elected official, planner, architect, developer, public employee or an ordinary citizen, this summit is for you. The speaker sessions are held at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn from 1:30 - 4:30 pm. After the Summit plan to attend the WALK and BIKE FOR LIFE RALLY at Founders Park from 4:30 - 7:00 pm for a 1K, 5K, or 10K walk/bike/run, informational booths, food, fun and prizes. Let's show Rapid City how much we care for our trails. Plan on attending! There is no cost to you thanks to our sponsors. For more information and schedule of events please contact the Recreation Office at 394-4168 and ask for Kristy.