FloridaDEVO FLORIDA XC MOUNTAIN BIKE JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT

 

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Date: Every Monday March - June and August - December Event Type: Skills Training (Introductory - Competitive) Location: Belleview, Florida Venue: Cross Florida Greenway, Main Santos Trailhead Registration Opens: 5:15pm Start Time: 5.30pm - 7:00pm Participation Requirements Bike - A mountain bike with gears and suspension is recommended Water - A bottle or hydro-pack of water that can be carried on the rides Shoes - Closed toe athletic shoes are required, cycling shoes recommended Helmet - A helmet rated for cycling sports is mandatory Gloves - Recommended but not required Cycling Apparel - Padded shorts or bibs will make the training more enjoyable PARENTS - MUST STAY UNTIL EVENT IS OVER unless child is self sufficient! Training INCLUDES
▪ Four different difficulty levels ▪ Instruction on Basic Bike Handling ▪ XC Mountain Bike Skills training ▪ Trail Rides ▪ Basic Bike Maintenance Education ▪ Basic Nutrition Education ▪ Advice on proper training habits ▪ Discounts at local bike shops ▪ Information on local race series ▪ Opportunities to gain college community service hours
Our Success Stories
Our success can be best measured by the smiles we see on the faces of the kids in our group. We have a huge number of medals and trophies in our trophy case but they all seem dull compared to the smile on the face of someone that has done their best . With that said, here are a few of our most notable achievements. - Multiple XC MTB state champions - Multiple USAC XC National podiums - Multiple USAC CX State Champions - Many, many more ……... More about our story But we’re not just about racing. We have just as many stories of kids learning to ride without training wheels, riding their first trail or completing their first Epic Trail Ride. Most importantly we have stories about the joys of families riding. We believe strongly that parents spending time with their children learning to do hard things will build a relationship that will last for years. The people we meet and the challenges we conquer are what shapes us and at Florida DEVO we take the opportunity to use those opportunities in a positive way.
REGISTRATION & Classes
CLASS AGES BIKE DIFFICULTY PRACTICE PER YEAR DONATE
Team Vortex

Race Prep

12+

Geared/Susp.

5/5

1.5-2 hrs

$25
Team Twister

Trail Riders

10+

Geared/Susp.

4/5

1.5-2 hrs

$25
Team Speedway

Skill Builders

8+

Geared

3/5

1-1.5 hrs

$25

Team Canopy

Learning to Ride

4+

Any

1/5

1 hr

$25

Please Note: Donations are suggested amounts. We do this as a service to the community but need your support to continue to operate. Please help with any amount. Children under 16 must be registered and arrive with and adult to sign them in, valid ID is required. Registration expires at the end of each spring session. We run two sessions per year (Spring starting in March and Fall starting in August) that last approximately 12 weeks. One registration is good for both sessions.

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F.A.Q.
  • WHAT KIND OF BIKE IS BEST?

    We recommend that you contact your child’s coach for a recommendation. You can save a lot of time and money by purchasing what your child will need the first time. Department store bikes are rarely able to handle the use our kids give them.

  • WHAT ARE MY DONATIONS USED FOR?

    There are expenses every week to provide this service to the community. We spend your money every week on training tools, USAC licensing, prizes for the kids, food for functions, bikes and parts for deserving kids, race entry fees, equipment and so much more. Every penny you donate goes to purchasing items for the kids. Because we are an all volunteer organization rest assured your money wont be wasted. Many times we will try to provide you with something for your donation (a shirt, bottle, jersey, drink, etc) but understand that our goal is to help kids learn to ride their bikes not retail products. We hope you will support our efforts to grow the cycling community,

  • HOW FAR WILL THEY RIDE?

    Distance is a factor of many things. The goal of each practice is to teach a skill. Some weeks they may only ride a mile or two and others they may ride 10-20 miles. Our coaches know the abilities of each group and will provide the best possible experience. You are welcome to ride along to see what your child is doing.

  • WHAT IF I GET HURT?

    While every precaution is taken to protect the children accidents happen. Cycling is an inherently dangerous sport, We are an all volunteer organization with no financial means. We highly recommend that you have medical insurance for your children and remember that you participate at your own risk.

  • DO YOU PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL TRAINING?

    Individual training is available from some of our coaches. Talk to your coach to get more information if you feel you need one on one training.

  • HOW CAN I HELP?

    We are always in need of assistant coaches, coaches, and parent assistants. You don't have to know how to teach or even ride well to help. From check in to following a group we have a lot of opportunities for everyone to get involved. If you can't physically help please donate what you can to help us grow Junior Mountain-biking.

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Junior Mountain Bike Development