Group Bike park Lesson
Book a Group Mountain Bike Lesson to kickstart or enhance your mountain biking skills! These lessons provide a fantastic opportunity to learn how to mountain bike alongside others in The Basin Gravity Park.
GROUP LESSON PACKAGES
Discover the thrill of off-road cycling in our Group Mountain Biking lessons! Perfect for beginners, these classes cover essential skills such as bike handling, gear shifting, braking techniques, and basic trail navigation. Starting with bike setup and fit, our experienced instructors will guide you through practical exercises to build confidence on the trails. Get ready to pedal into adventure and explore the great outdoors on two wheels!
Group Bike Park Lesson Package – $159
Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 am.
- 90-minute Mountain Bike School lesson. One full-day lift ticket. One full-day bike rental (full suspension mountain bike), helmet + pads
- Riders must be at least 13 years old to participate in Mountain Bike School
- Please check in at the Retail Shop 30 minutes prior to your lesson for bike rental
- Check in at the JR Simplot Ticket office to redeem your lift ticket
Group Bike Park Lesson + Lift Ticket – $99
Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 am.
- Lesson + Lift Ticket: 90-minute Mountain Bike School lesson. One full-day lift ticket
- Riders must be at least 13 years old to participate in Mountain Bike School
- Check in at the Retail Shop to redeem your lift ticket
Group Bike Park Lesson – $59
Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 am.
- Lesson Only includes: 90-minute Mountain Bike School lesson – Lift Access is NOT included.
- Riders must be at least 13 years old to participate in Mountain Bike School. Guest height and weight are required for purchase
Important Information
- Riders must be at least 13 years old to participate in Bike School Group Lessons
- Helmets are required
- Elbow & knee pads are highly recommended and included in all rental packages
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled session time
- Please check in at the Retail Shop located on the JR Simplot Plaza next to the Ticket Office
- Student to instructor ratio – 5:1
Booking
Lesson Breakdown
Bike Outfit
Learn about the proper bike attire to keep you comfortable and protected during your ride. From clothing to equipment gear such as knee pads, helmets, goggles, etc.
Bike Park Rules and Operations
- Understanding signage – Learning how to interpret trail signs so you keep both yourself and others safe in the bike park
- Lift loading and unloading – Learning the proper ways to load not only yourself on the chairlift but also your bike
- Trail etiquette – Learning what to do and what not to do while you’re enjoying the trails
Bike Park Riding Fundamentals
- Body Position – Learning both the “neutral” and “ready” positions on the bike helping you respond to changes in terrain
- Braking – Learning proper braking technique is a fundamental skill that enhance every aspect of your riding
- Descending – Learning how to descend is an essential skill for park riding
- Cornering – Learning some tips and tricks for safe and effective cornering taking your riding to the next level
Cancellation Policy
All session fees are non-refundable. Any changes to session reservations must be made 48 hours in advance of the session. Contact us as soon as possible if you cannot attend due to an illness or injury. A Bogus Basin Credit will only be issued for medical conditions & relocations. We do not offer make-ups for missed sessions. No-shows will forfeit session fees. All sessions and equipment are subject to availability.
About Bogus Basin Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is a 501(C)(3) organization dedicated to engaging the community to provide accessible, affordable, and fun year-round mountain recreation and education. Opened in 1942, Bogus Basin offers 2,600 acres of daytime skiable terrain, and 165 acres for night skiing; eleven lifts and three people-mover carpets; an 800-foot tubing hill. The Nordic Center offers 37 kilometers of groomed trails. Environmental education and community outreach programs serve over 20,000 individuals annually, primarily youth. Summer activities include the Glade Runner, a 4,251 foot mountain coaster, The Mine Shaft Challenge course, mountain biking, events, hiking and chairlift service for hike and bike transport. Bogus Basin is located 16.5 miles north of Boise, Idaho and operates under a special use permit with the Boise National Forest. www.bogusbasin.org