Youth Recreational
​/Pre-comp Cycling Programs

  • Fun
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  • Skill building
  • Fitness focused
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COVID-19 SPECIAL OFFER for Gear Programs!
Gear programs will not be run in 10 week camps, rather they will be offered on a monthly basis through to September 12th.
​$50/mth for 1 session/week, $80/mth for 2 sessions/week
 and 25% discount for ​siblings!
NCCH’s recreational program focuses on fundamental cycling skills and physical fitness aimed at beginners or for those interested in riding with a group at a recreational pace. Most recreational riders use mountain bikes (MTB). Outdoor rides are typically on grass, gravel and or wooded trails around the Ancaster Community Centre from April through to October with indoor training during the winter months at our CompuTrainer studio.
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For more information please visit our Member Welcome Guide and/or contact ​recruitmentdirector@ncch.ca
Learn to pedal and balance.
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Before your child begins to pedal, have them learn to ride a NCCH balance bike. Develop two-wheeled balance, coordination, and confidence. We ride fun mini-cyclocross courses and pathways.
​Typical age group 3-6 years
​Not offered at this time due to Covid 19, but stay tuned as things are constantly changing!
​$TBD
NCCH provides the balance bikes
Off season training.
Cyclefit Spring Training
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​​This program is to get youth fit and ready for the outdoor cycling season! Youth not only boost their strength, endurance and speed, they also develop cadence and gearing skills that are sometimes difficult to learn outside on uneven terrain.
Typical age group 7-12 years
Offered in early spring at our CompuTrainer studio* (March through to mid April)
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Training dates and times TBD.

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​​​​Any style of bike is acceptable for this program. A slick will need to be added to the back tire. NCCH provides the bikes if needed.​​​
Beginner cyclists.
1st Gear
See COVID-19 offer above!
​Learn basic bike skills (balance, braking, gearing, cornering), bike parts, basic bike maintenance and cycling safely. Have fun building friendships, skills, strength and endurance.​​​
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Typical age group 6-10 years
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Two 10 Week Session Options:
Session 1: April 15 to June 20
Session 2: July 8 to September 12
​Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
​Choose to attend Wednesday or Saturday classes or both:
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1 Class/wk: $TBD per session or 
2 Classes/wk: $TBD per session
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​Discounts available for siblings and advance registration - see NCCH Store.
​​​​Any style of bike is acceptable for this program. It needs to be in good working order as well as fit the cyclist allowing them to maintain control. 
Advanced beginner and recreational cyclist.
2nd Gear
See COVID-19 offer above!
​Continue further developing technical skills, agility, strength and endurance in a safe fun environment. Aim to be able to ride for 2 hours with moderate hills and moderate technical difficulty and able to complete basic maintenance on own bike.
Typical age group 7-12 years
Two 10 Week Session Options:
Session 1: April 15 to June 20
​​Session 2: July 8 to September 12
Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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Saturdays 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
​Choose to attend Wednesday or Saturday classes or both:

1 class/wk: $TBD per session or
 2 classes/wk: $TBD per session

Discounts available for siblings and advance registration - see NCCH Store.
​​​​Any style of bike is acceptable for this program. It needs to be in good working order as well as fit the cyclist allowing them to maintain control.
Explore new cycling courses and activities.
Mini Explorer Camp
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Each week your child will explore a different cycling activity including a  fun mini Cyclocross Race, gravel ride, orienteering etc.



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Prerequisite: Riding at 2nd Gear Level
September 19 to October 31


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​​Dates and times TBD.
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​Mountain (MTB) bike or cyclocross (CX) bike is acceptable.
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