{"title":"After School programs","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"montcrest-school-after-school-mtb-program","title":"Montcrest School - After School MTB Program","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"220\" data-start=\"126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"220\" data-start=\"180\"\u003eIn Partnership with Montcrest School\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"403\" data-start=\"222\"\u003eWe’re thrilled to launch a brand new partnership between \u003cstrong data-end=\"303\" data-start=\"279\"\u003eBateman’s MTB School\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"308\"\u003eMontcrest School\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing expert coaching and trail adventures to Grades 6 to 8 this fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"605\" data-start=\"405\"\u003eThis 8-week after-school mountain biking program is designed to help intermediate riders build confidence, develop core skills, and explore Toronto’s Don Valley Trails in a fun and supportive setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"787\" data-start=\"607\"\u003eLed by our \u003cstrong data-end=\"651\" data-start=\"618\"\u003ePMBIA-certified coaching team\u003c\/strong\u003e, the program combines structured skill development with trail rides and hands-on workshops to keep kids learning and engaged each week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"789\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"817\" data-start=\"798\"\u003eProgram Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"835\" data-start=\"820\"\u003eDay \u0026amp; Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mondays, 3:30 to 5:30 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"953\" data-start=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"875\" data-start=\"865\"\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 8 to October 27 (8 weeks)\u003cbr data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"911\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"951\" data-start=\"916\"\u003eNo session on Thanksgiving Monday\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"994\" data-start=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"975\" data-start=\"956\"\u003eStart Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montcrest School\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1019\" data-start=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1017\" data-start=\"997\"\u003eFinish Locations: \u003c\/strong\u003eWeeks 1 and 2: Montcrest (Riverdale Park sessions), Weeks 3 to 8: Bateman’s Trail Shop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1122\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1144\" data-start=\"1128\"\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1167\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1158\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eGrades:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1201\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1186\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1206\"\u003eRiders should have some prior trail riding experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003eWe’ll begin with core skills and progress to more advanced trail features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1363\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1363\" data-start=\"1350\"\u003eRain Plan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1364\"\u003eIf weather interrupts riding, we’ll hold fun indoor sessions such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1438\"\u003eBasic bike maintenance and tuning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1511\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eTrailside repairs and riding tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1540\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003eOther hands-on workshops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1545\" data-start=\"1542\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1551\"\u003eEquipment Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1642\" data-start=\"1578\"\u003eEach rider must have a well-equipped mountain bike, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1696\" data-start=\"1645\"\u003eWorking brakes (disc brakes strongly recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1730\" data-start=\"1699\"\u003eTrail-ready gearing and tires\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1767\" data-start=\"1733\"\u003eAt least a front suspension fork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1819\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003eGrippy pedals (flat pedals with pins preferred)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1838\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003eA working bell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1840\"\u003eNot sure if your child’s bike is suitable? Reach out. We're happy to help!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1919\" data-start=\"1916\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003eCost \u0026amp; Registration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2002\" data-start=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1951\"\u003eProgram Fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $600 for the full 8-week session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2005\"\u003eLimited spots available. Register early to secure your place!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"2081\"\u003eAbout Bateman’s MTB School\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2369\" data-start=\"2112\"\u003eBateman’s MTB School offers lessons, guided rides, and youth development programs in Toronto’s Don Valley. 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