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Mountain Biking in SA

Parent/Teacher Information Night

Mountain biking is an incredible sport for kids, teenagers and adults that also offers a broad range of learning opportunities for students. Adelaide has one of the most accessible trail networks in the world, but it can be difficult for parents and teachers to know where to start, what opportunities are available and how the different clubs, races, programs and pathways fit together.

This free information night is designed to give parents and teachers a clear overview of mountain biking in South Australia, from beginner participation through to racing, clubs, school opportunities and rider development pathways.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday May 12, 2026
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Please arrive 10 – 15 minutes early
Venue: Glenunga Hub
70 Conyngham St, Glenunga SA 5064
Presented by: Tyson Schmidt
Cost: Free

Register Interest

Please register your interest below to reserve your seat. We will be in touch with any updated information closer to the event.

Note: We have added an option to join the session online for those unable to attend in person. We will email you a meeting link and will do our best to record the session, however our specialty is bikes (not live streaming) so we can’t make any guarantees the technology will behave itself… Best come in-person if you can!

    About the Presenter

    Tyson Schmidt has been actively involved in mountain biking in Adelaide for over 20 years. He is the founder of Head for the Hills Off Road Cycling and has been coaching in mountain biking since 2015. He has raced downhill at state and national level, managed and coached the Australian Downhill Junior World Championships team from 2017 to 2022 and served as President of Inside Line MTB Club from 2022 to 2024.

    Tyson is passionate about helping people get started in the sport, building clear pathways for riders and creating opportunities that support long-term participation.

    Gravity Girls DownDuro Recon

    We have teamed up with the Gravity Girls to deliver a special Recon Ride to help female riders prepare for the upcoming DownDuro event. The session will focus on building confidence on technical trails and helping riders understand and navigate some of the trickier sections of Fox Creek.

    Session Information

    This session is for riders who would like the opportunity to spend some time practising tricky sections of the Black trails at Fox Creek in a supportive group environment led by a professional coach. It is not intended for riders looking to gain a competitive advantage or sneak in extra practice before the race. Riders will:

    • Learn what skills to focus on to navigate specific features safely and consistently
    • Practice technical features on a closed trail, with no pressure from other riders
    • Develop a clear understanding of the trails so they can make an informed decision about whether they are ready to race

    Session Details

    Ages: 15+ (Women Only)
    Ability/Experience: Intermediate
    Session Date: March 28
    Session Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
    Venue: Fox Creek Bike Park
    Meeting Point: Upper Car Park
    Cost: $34

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