BUILD CONFIDENT RIDERS.
Our aim is to develop robust, high performing individuals through the medium of mountain biking.
From beginner to advanced and expert, we have a program that works for you!
January school holidays: 2-, 4- and 5-day Gravity programmes, plus our four-day Race Development programme at Cardrona and Coronet Peak. Term 1 also brings a dedicated 10-week Race Development programme for U13–U19 riders.
Gravity-Focused MTB Programmes
Programs are run with the intention of taking riding up a notch for riders that are gravity inclined.
Designed for Level 3+ riders who are ready to progress on faster, steeper and more technical trail features in a focused coaching environment.
Coaching develops body position, braking, cornering, line choice and the confidence to apply these skills consistently on the trail.
Focused Gravity Progression
Two coaching days to work on key gravity-riding skills and take your riding up a notch.
Or view the 2-day booking calendar here
More Days. More Progression.
Extended gravity coaching across consecutive days gives riders more time to practise, apply feedback and build confidence. Select your preferred January week below.
The booking page displays the applicable dates, programme duration and price for your selected week.
4-Day Peak Performance Race Development
Four days. Two mountains. One repeatable race strategy. Two days of focused skill development at Cardrona Alpine Resort, followed by two days of methodical race preparation and timed training at Coronet Peak.
Purposeful practice. Repeatable race pace.
Designed for motivated junior downhill and enduro riders who want to refine their technical skills and understand how to prepare for races with a process they can use again and again.
The first two days allow coaches to identify each rider’s strengths, comfort zones and areas for improvement. Days three and four then turn that insight into a structured approach to track analysis, practice and race-day execution.
Skill Development
Two full days focused on skill development at Cardrona, away from the busy queues in Queenstown. We’ll work on understanding bike setup, refining range of movement and developing an appropriate riding stance across a variety of terrain.
We’ll also squeeze in a few jump laps to top off two full days of development and riding. For our coaches, this is an opportunity to understand what each rider is capable of and identify the performance factors to work on over Days 3 and 4.
Race Preparation & Timed Training
Day 3: Learn a repeatable race strategy, from track walk and line choice to identifying problem sections. We’ll begin with a combination of walking and riding the downhill track, assessing full lines before focusing practice on the sections that need refining.
Day 4: Morning practice includes four full-track runs, with two used to test variations in line choice. In the afternoon, riders complete two timed race runs, with their fastest run counting as the final result.
Your Personal Performance Report
After the programme, each rider receives a full report of their progress, covering both mental and physical performance. We’ll identify strengths, areas for further development and the skills and strategies to carry into future races.
Choose your January race week.
Both blocks follow the same four-day coaching progression. Select your preferred dates to view availability and pricing in FareHarbor.
11–14 January 2027
Days 1–2 Cardrona · Days 3–4 Coronet Peak
Book Week 1 ↗18–21 January 2027
Days 1–2 Cardrona · Days 3–4 Coronet Peak
Book Week 2 ↗Race Development for U13–U19
A structured 10-week programme for riders working towards the April Secondary School Championships in Bluff. Purposeful coaching combines skill development, timed training and performance coaching in small groups of no more than four riders.
Methodical coaching for race-day readiness.
Each session is designed to support riders as they progress toward championship racing, with deliberate practice, timed efforts and performance-focused feedback.
View Term 1 Race Development dates & bookings
Choose the weekday group that matches the rider’s racing category. Places are limited to four riders per group.
After-School Term Lessons
For riders who want regular skill development beyond the holidays. Our eight-week after-school lessons develop technique, confidence and consistency, with groups matched to rider ability.
Term: After School - MTB Progression
An 8-week after-school progression program for young riders building confidence, control and consistency on the trail. Small groups are coached by Highly qualified PMBIA instructors, with locations matched to each rider's level.
- Monday: Level 3–4
- Tuesday: Level 2–4
- Wednesday: Level 1–2
- Thursday: Level 3–4
- Friday: Level 2–4
Groups are strictly matched to ability so we can deliver the best possible learning outcomes and progression for the students so please fill in as much info when booking.
Sessions run 4-7pm at Seven Mile Reserve, Queenstown Bike Park and Coronet Peak, or 4-6:30pm at Wynyard Jump Park. Lift passes, rental gear and transport are not included.
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Find Your Riding Level
When booking a private lesson, school holiday program or junior development program, use our Level 1–4 system to identify where a rider currently fits and the type of progression they can expect.
Level 1 – Foundational
For riders who have not mountain biked before but are already confident and stable on a bicycle. Riders should be able to stand with level pedals, use both brakes smoothly and come to a controlled stop without their feet wobbling.
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Level 2 – Early Trail Riding
For riders who have started exploring mountain bike trails independently and can ride easier green and blue trails, such as Hammies, Hot Rod or Morning Glory, with relative ease.
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Level 3 – Intermediate
For intermediate and strong-intermediate riders who are comfortable on Grade 3 and Grade 4 trails and are beginning to explore easier black trails.
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Level 4 – Advanced
For experienced riders who are comfortable on Grade 5 trails and are beginning to venture into Grade 6 terrain. Riding should feel intuitive on familiar trails and remain consistent when the rider is challenged.
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Requirements
Bike
- A full-suspension mountain bike for Level 2 and above.
- Mandatory safety check from a local bike shop.
Protective Gear
- Helmet and protective gear.
- Full face helmet, knee pads and body/chest protection for lift access areas.
Locations
- Seven Mile Reserve
- Wynyard Jump Park
- Queenstown Bike Park
- Coronet Peak
