The 2019 Tsalteshi Sprockets youth mountain bike program has exceeded its projected limits for enrollment with an abundance of youth registering for the 2019 summer bike series.
The Tsalteshi Sprokets program goal is developing life long cyclists while building self-confidence, having fun and playing outdoors.
Goals of Tsalteshi Sprockets:
Demonstrate improved bike handling and safe trail riding skills while gaining self-confidence
Practice proper trail etiquette and stewardship
Develop a love of physical fitness through the lifelong activity of cycling
Value a connection to nature by exploring outdoors
Create riding friendships and fond memories while having FUN!
Eligibility
Open to youth ages 8 – 16 years old who are proficient in basic road/sidewalk bicycle riding skills. (Must be turning 8 in 2019.)
Session Dates
• June 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 & 25
• July 9, 16, 23 & 30
• Lessons are from 6:15-7:30pm and start at the Bike Shack beside the Skyview Middle School Hockey Rink.
The program has enough volunteer, qualified coaches to be able to accept all of the youth riders who are registered for the 2019 Tsalteshi Trails Youth Mountain Bike Program! Program details can still be found on Tsalteshi’s website under Youth Bike. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to email at [email protected]
Tsalteshi Sprockets Parent Night
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. @ Soldotna Regional Sports Complex
Bring your registered riders, helmets and bikes (you only need to bring bikes that haven’t had a safety inspection completed at Beemun’s). This is the night to get informed about lesson logistics, complete the necessary paperwork and sign up for bike shack and substitute sweeper volunteer opportunities. Safe Kids will be onsite to provide helmet safety checks and helmets for purchase.
Photo courtesy of Tsalteshi Sprockets facebook page
