Lessons & Camps
Photo by Scotty SherinDownhill Fundamental Session
All-inclusive bike park orientation
Lesson package especially designed for riders new to lift-accessed mountain biking. Includes one and a half hour Downhill Fundamental Session, an all-day chairlift pass, bike rental and safety gear.
Minimum Ability Level:
Comfortable with riding basics in urban and cross-country environments. Looking to learn the basics of downhill riding in beginner terrain.
Pricing
Downhill Fundamental Session: $185.00+HST
Participant’s must pre-register online no later than 24 hours in advance to preferred lesson time.
Lesson times available. Friday 1pm & 3pm
Saturday 10:30am & 12:30pm
Sunday 10:30am & 12:30pm (Holiday) Mondays 10:30am & 12:30pm
Limit two sessions per customer per season.
Nova Scotia law requires all cyclists to wear a properly fitted and securely fastened bicycle helmet that complies with regulations.
Bike Park Private Clinic
Unlock your flow with personalized coaching
Get tailored coaching from our Private Clinic designed around your skills, goals and riding style. This 4-hour clinic includes personalized coaching in the Skills Zone Progression Park, followed by practical application on our beginner and intermediate flow and tech trails.
Want to boost confidence and control? We'll focus on cornering, braking, and trail flow. Looking to tackle tougher terrain? We'll dial in body positioning, line choice, and technique through roots, rocks, and technical features.
Whether you're riding solo or with a group, your session is fully customized to help you progress faster and ride smarter.
MINIMUM ABILITY LEVEL
Beginner, able to load own bike on lift. Competent on a mountain bike and able to ride green mountain bike trails.
MINIMUM BIKE REQUIREMENTS
Mountain bike with disc brakes and front suspension.
Full Suspension Mountain bike recommended.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Helmet, knee pads, gloves.
Additional equipment suggested: Full-face helmet, elbow pads, chest protection.
Pricing
Private Bike Park Clinic: $289.00+HST
(includes up to 3 people)
(add fourth person for $100)
Lift ticket not included.
Enhance your experience with bike rental at a special rate. Reach out via email for a promo code with lesson booking.(bikeschool@skiwentworth.ca)
Participants must pre-register online no later than 24 hours in advance to preferred lesson time.
Lesson includes 4 hours of coaching with a 1 hour break for lunch (not included).
Lesson times available:
Friday 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-3:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm
(Holiday) 10:00am-3:00pm
Contact Wentworth Bike School for alternate lesson times or length for availability.
(bikeschool@skiwentworth.ca)
Step-Up Camp
Confidence. Skills. Fun. Just for kids
Step-Up camp is a multi-week program for kids ages 10-15 who want to level up their riding. Whether you’re just starting out or want to boost your skills, this camp is all about building confidence and foundational skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Held on Saturdays, Step-Up camp focuses on beginner-friendly techniques like body position, braking, cornering, and trail awareness. Riders will develop their skills each week through games, drills, and trail rides in our skills zone and bike park.
Perfect for newer riders who want to get comfortable on the trails, ride with more control, and have a blast doing it.
MINIMUM ABILITY LEVEL
Beginner, able to load own bike on lift. Competent on a mountain bike and confident on green mountain bike trails
MINIMUM BIKE REQUIREMENTS
Mountain bike with disc brakes and front suspension.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Full face helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, full finger gloves.
Chest protection recommended, bike specific shoes recommended. Flat soled, snug fitting.
Pricing
Step-Up Camp: $249.00+HST (3 day pack)
Participant must be age 10-15
Lift ticket not included.
Enhance your experience with bike rental at a special rate. Enhance your experience with bike rental at a special rate. Reach out via email for a promo code with lesson booking.(bikeschool@skiwentworth.ca)
A minimum of three participant registrations is required for camp to run.
Lesson includes 4 hours of coaching with a 1 hour break for lunch.
(Lunch not included, un-supervised)
3:1 Student:Coach ratio.
Camp days are not transferable. We’re unable to offer make-up sessions for missed days to keep groups consistent and coaching effective. Thanks for your understanding!
Lesson time:
Saturday’s 10:00am-3:00pm
Step-Up Camp 1: JULY 19, JULY 26, AUGUST 2
Step-Up Camp 2: AUGUST 9, AUGUST 16, AUGUST 23
Meet the Instructors
Join us this summer to learn proper biking techniques. Even experienced riders can pick up something from our expert instructors, Manuel Schuler (left) and Tom Hill (right).
Wentworth Mountain Bike Park
Your legal responsibility as a Mountain Bike Park participant is explained in the following notice, which you'll see posted around the park. It is necessary to read and fully understand the Exclusion of Liability.
Signage
Trail safety is everybody’s responsibility. Read the site signage carefully. All routes are designated by colour-coded trail markers at the start of each descent. You must read and understand the Understanding Bike Park Signage.
Etiquette
Trail etiquette keeps the bike park safer and more fun for everyone. You will likely encounter riders of varying abilities. Be sure to follow the Mountain Bike Responsibility Code carefully.
Equipment
Before riding, always inspect your equipment or have it checked by a qualified bike mechanic. For more information, review the Mountain Bike Checklist.