Vermont Standard
5/31/19
New Mountain Bike Camps and daily lesson programs offer opportunities for progression
KILLINGTON — Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America and a POWDR company, announces a full lineup of instructional programs that will solidify Killington as the go-to destination for mountain bike skill progression. New intermediate and advanced level group and private lessons will be available daily and camps for all ages are available during select dates all taught on Killington’s trails, which are designed for easy progression.
“Not only was our Bike Park built with progression in mind, but our new instructional programs will give riders of all abilities the skills and support they need to level up,” says Joey Carey, youth sports manager at Killington
Resort. “Bringing the community together with events like the Bike Bum series and programs like Divas of Dirt has been vital in progressing the sport and participation here at The Beast.”
The lineup of camps and programs for 2019 offers something for everyone to get on-hill coaching with programs just for ladies, an adult only weekend camp and four weeks of youth camp which feature an overnight option too. Three key events are also scheduled for the Bike Park with Vermont Bike and Brew returning June 21-23 featuring organized rides, live music and local Vermont brews while racers will get their chance to podium at the Maxxis Eastern States Cup East Coast Box Showdown August 3-4. The popular Killington Mountain Bike Club Bike Bum Series is slated to return with races taking place Wednesdays June 19-August 28.
Adult Downhill Mountain Biking Camps and Programs
Divas of Dirt Gravity Bike Camp — July 12-14 Divas of Dirt, led by Pro Downhill/Enduro Racer Amy Alton, developed a women-only camp focused on strengthening fundamentals, improving skills and boosting confidence. The Divas of Dirt have been fostering a vibrant community of female mountain bikers since 2016 with Friday night free group rides.
“I’m thrilled to build off the popular Divas of Dirt Friday rides and offer this new ladies-only camp,” says Amy Alton, professional downhill/enduro mountain bike racer. “It’s my goal to nurture a progressive atmosphere for women to enjoy all the bike park has to offer. Whether looking to hone skills, explore new terrain, or just chill with like-minded women, riders will enjoy this camp regardless of ability level.”
Divas of Dirt Gravity
Camp is for female riders ages 16+ and includes coach Ali Zimmer, with 15 years of experience; Ella Skalwold, 2017 Canadian Cup winner; and Clarissa Finks, pro Enduro racer.
Divas of Dirt Friday Sessions — Bi-weekly July 12-October 4 The female mountain bike community comes together with group rides and happy hour sessions every other Friday all summer long. Participation is free with your own bike and a valid bike park ticket or pass. Discounted tickets and rentals are available.
Adult Downhill Mountain Bike Camp — August 9-11 The adult camp (18+) in August is perfect for all ability levels, including first time downhill riders. Coaches will cover the fundamentals including position, balance, pressure control, direction and more.
Youth Downhill Mountain Biking Camps
For kids, three and five day camps are offered midweek throughout July with overnight options available for ages 7-17. In addition to mountain bike related activities, camps also feature time at our Adventure Center including the WreckTangle, high ropes course and more. “Mountain Bike camp at Killington will be an opportunity for young riders to come and progress their skills from any starting point,” says Joey Carey, youth sports manager at Killington Resort. “Whether you’re a top end competitor, or new to our sport, camp is going to be a blast.”
Youth Bike Park Camp
Session 1: July 8-12 Session 2: July 15-19 Session 3: July 22-26 Session 4: July 29-August 2 For more information about mountain biking programs, rentals and lift tickets, please visitkillington. com/bikepark.
New Mountain Bike Camps and daily lesson programs offer opportunities for progression
KILLINGTON — Vermont’s Killington Resort, the largest mountain resort in Eastern North America and a POWDR company, announces a full lineup of instructional programs that will solidify Killington as the go-to destination for mountain bike skill progression. New intermediate and advanced level group and private lessons will be available daily and camps for all ages are available during select dates all taught on Killington’s trails, which are designed for easy progression.
“Not only was our Bike Park built with progression in mind, but our new instructional programs will give riders of all abilities the skills and support they need to level up,” says Joey Carey, youth sports manager at Killington
Resort. “Bringing the community together with events like the Bike Bum series and programs like Divas of Dirt has been vital in progressing the sport and participation here at The Beast.”
The lineup of camps and programs for 2019 offers something for everyone to get on-hill coaching with programs just for ladies, an adult only weekend camp and four weeks of youth camp which feature an overnight option too. Three key events are also scheduled for the Bike Park with Vermont Bike and Brew returning June 21-23 featuring organized rides, live music and local Vermont brews while racers will get their chance to podium at the Maxxis Eastern States Cup East Coast Box Showdown August 3-4. The popular Killington Mountain Bike Club Bike Bum Series is slated to return with races taking place Wednesdays June 19-August 28.
Adult Downhill Mountain Biking Camps and Programs
Divas of Dirt Gravity Bike Camp — July 12-14 Divas of Dirt, led by Pro Downhill/Enduro Racer Amy Alton, developed a women-only camp focused on strengthening fundamentals, improving skills and boosting confidence. The Divas of Dirt have been fostering a vibrant community of female mountain bikers since 2016 with Friday night free group rides.
“I’m thrilled to build off the popular Divas of Dirt Friday rides and offer this new ladies-only camp,” says Amy Alton, professional downhill/enduro mountain bike racer. “It’s my goal to nurture a progressive atmosphere for women to enjoy all the bike park has to offer. Whether looking to hone skills, explore new terrain, or just chill with like-minded women, riders will enjoy this camp regardless of ability level.”
Divas of Dirt Gravity
Camp is for female riders ages 16+ and includes coach Ali Zimmer, with 15 years of experience; Ella Skalwold, 2017 Canadian Cup winner; and Clarissa Finks, pro Enduro racer.
Divas of Dirt Friday Sessions — Bi-weekly July 12-October 4 The female mountain bike community comes together with group rides and happy hour sessions every other Friday all summer long. Participation is free with your own bike and a valid bike park ticket or pass. Discounted tickets and rentals are available.
Adult Downhill Mountain Bike Camp — August 9-11 The adult camp (18+) in August is perfect for all ability levels, including first time downhill riders. Coaches will cover the fundamentals including position, balance, pressure control, direction and more.
Youth Downhill Mountain Biking Camps
For kids, three and five day camps are offered midweek throughout July with overnight options available for ages 7-17. In addition to mountain bike related activities, camps also feature time at our Adventure Center including the WreckTangle, high ropes course and more. “Mountain Bike camp at Killington will be an opportunity for young riders to come and progress their skills from any starting point,” says Joey Carey, youth sports manager at Killington Resort. “Whether you’re a top end competitor, or new to our sport, camp is going to be a blast.”
Youth Bike Park Camp
Session 1: July 8-12 Session 2: July 15-19 Session 3: July 22-26 Session 4: July 29-August 2 For more information about mountain biking programs, rentals and lift tickets, please visitkillington. com/bikepark.
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