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Mountain Biking Lessons & Camps at Fernie Alpine Resort

Looking to improve your mountain biking skills or try downhill riding for the first time?

Fernie Alpine Resort’s Summer Adventure School offers private lessons, skill-building clinics, and multi-day camps led by expert coaches. Whether you’re new to the sport or an experienced rider, we offer programs designed to enhance your confidence and technique.

📞 Contact the Summer Sports School to book:
Phone: 250-423-2406
Email: camps@skifernie.com

DISCOVER MOUNTAIN BIKING PACKAGE

Experience the thrill of downhill biking with a 3-hour session that includes:

  • 3 hours of Professional Coaching

  • 3-hour Downhill Mountain Bike Rental

  • 3-hour Lift Ticket

Who is it for?

  • Novice riders (Level 1)

  • Private groups only (max. 7 participants)

  • Ages 8+ (ages 6 & 7 available by special booking)

Booking:

1 guest -   Adult $369 / Child $319
Each additional guest - Adult $169 / Child $109

Package includes 3-hour lesson, lift ticket & bike rental
Option to upgrade to full-day rental available in person

MOUNTAIN BIKE PRIVATE LESSONS

Take your riding to the next level with private sessions for beginners to advanced riders. Tailored coaching ensures rapid progress.

Available Options:

  • Half-Day Private Lesson

  • Full-Day Private Lesson

  • Half-Day Package (Lift + Lesson + Rental) for Levels 2–4

  • Full-Day Package (Lift + Lesson + Rental) for Levels 2–4

Details:

  • Max. 7 participants, private groups only

  • Ages 8+ (6 & 7 by request)

Booking:

3 Hours (lesson only)

1 Guest - $279

Each additional guest (up to 7 guests) - $79

Times - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm or 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Please note - Lift ticket is required (participants receive 15% discount)

Rentals are available at a 15% discount.

5 Hours (lesson only)

1 Guest - $449

Each additional guest (up to 7 guests) - $89

Time - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Please note - Lift ticket is required (participants receive 15% discount)

Rentals are available at a 15% discount.

3 Hours

1 Guest - Adult $442 / Child $365

Each additional guest (up to 7 guests) - Adult $242 / Child $175

Package includes 3-hour lesson, lift ticket & bike rental.

Option to upgrade to a full-day rental available.

5 Hours

1 Guest - Adult $673 / Child $549

Each additional guest - Adult $273 / Child $189

Package includes full-day lesson, lift ticket & bike rental.

CLINICS & CAMPS

ADULT DOWNHILL CLINICS

Designed for riders 17 and older, our clinics focus on building technical skills, improving control, and increasing confidence.

2026 Clinic Dates:

  • July 11 – Intro to Downhill Mountain Biking (Level 1 + 2)

  • July 18 – Coasting: Berms + Turns (Level 3)

  • July 21 – Women's Progression Night (Level 3)

  • July 25 – Roots, Rocks + Drops (Level 3)

  • August 1 – Intro to Downhill Mountain Biking (Level 1 + 2)

  • August 8 – Coasting: Berms + Turns (Level 3)

  • August 15 – Roots, Rocks + Drops (Level 3)

  • August 18 – Women's Progression Night (Level 3)

Clinic Info:

  • Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (4 hours instruction + 1-hour lunch break)

  • Price: $159 per person (includes lift ticket + coaching)

  • Discounted rentals available

  • Max 7 participants (min 3)

Women's Progression Night Info (July 21 & August 18):

  • Time: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm (3 hours instruction)

  • Price: $123 per person (includes lift ticket + coaching)

Booking:

KIDS & YOUTH FREERIDE CAMPS

Our 2-day downhill mountain biking camps are designed for children aged 8–16, helping them build confidence while tackling Fernie’s world-class terrain.

Details:

  • Ages: 8–12 (Kids) & 13–16 (Youth)

  • 2026 Dates:

    • Kids (Beginner/Intermediate): July 6 - 7, July 20 - 21, August 3 - 4, August 17 - 18

    • Youth (Beginner/Intermediate): July 13 - 14, July 27 - 28, August 10 - 11, August 24 - 25

  • Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

  • Price: $339 + GST (includes 2-day lift ticket)

  • Safety: Disc-brake mountain bikes required, helmets/pads mandatory

  • Discount: 15% off rental bikes

Booking:

MOUNTAIN BIKE ABILITY CHART



LEVEL 1

Novice

You are new to mountain biking or cross country biking, and have basic bike handling skills and are comfortable and in control of your bike on paved surfaces.



LEVEL 2

Beginner

You have tried mountain biking or cross country biking before, riding off-road rocky terrain with limited experience, riding green runs.



LEVEL 3

Intermediate

You are comfortable on your mountain bike and have been riding single track trails and most blue runs with confidence. You can control bike speed and direction most of the time and have been riding for at least 2 years.



LEVEL 4

Advanced

You have already developed strong riding skills and have a minimum of 3 years of mountain biking experience. You ride blue and most black run with confidence, like technical descends, obstacles and fast-paced riding.

CANCELLATION POLICY

The following refund/cancellation policies apply:

• 24 hours before lesson start time – Rebooking of lessons or a full refund, less a $29 admin fee.

• Within 24 hours of the lesson start time – Rebooking of lesson ($29 admin fee), no refund.

• No-show for lessons – No refund and No rebooking of lessons.

The following refund/cancellation policies apply:

  • 7+ days before camp start: Full refund or rebooking minus a $29 administration fee
  • Within 7 days of camp start: No refunds

 A minimum of 4 participants is required for the camp to run. If this minimum is not met, a full refund will be issued.

OTHER SUMMER ACTIVITIES

Explore what other activities we have to offer this summer!

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