​LEVEL 1

Shred Skills: Fundamentals of Flow

Build confidence and core MTB skills

For ages 7-10 and 10-13 | 5 or 6 hour camp

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​​Perfect for beginner and novice riders, this camp builds the essential skills every mountain biker needs for safe and enjoyable trail riding. We cover the fundamentals - body position, effective braking, balance, gear use, climbing and descending, cornering, and navigating obstacles - and spend plenty of time practising on the trail. Riders will be grouped by age and ability to ensure a fun and supportive experience with the right level of challenge.

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Who is this camp for?

• Kids who can ride a bike but may have little or no off-road experience

• Riders new to MTB skills coaching

• Those who’d benefit from reinforcing foundational techniques

• Confident riders who have not previously received tuition on technique - you don’t know what you don’t know!

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​Fundamentals of Flow Camp Dates:

7-10yrs

• Camp 1: Monday 28 September 2026, 8.30am-1.30pm

• Camp 2: Wednesday 7 October 2026, 8.30am-1.30pm

• Camp 3: Friday 9 October 2026, 8.30am-1.30pm

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10-13yrs​

• Camp 1: Tuesday 29 September 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

• Camp 2: Tuesday 6 October 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

• Camp 3: Monday 12 October 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

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LEVEL 2

Shred Skills: Flow Progression

Smarter skills and smoother lines to take your riding further!

​For ages 7-13 | 6 hour camp

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This camp is designed for riders who are ready to refine their technique and build flow on the trails. We’ll focus on body position, cornering, balance, trail awareness, line choice, and linking skills across varied terrain. Riders will challenge themselves at their own pace while having a blast riding with others at a similar level.

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​Who is this camp for?

• Kids aged 7-13 who’ve done at least one Level 1 session or have completed fundamental skills coaching with another organisation and are riding confidently on green and/or easier blue trails.

• Kids with the stamina for six hours of trail time (with breaks for snacks and lunch) and lots of fun!

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Please note: You’ll be asked to provide info about your child’s previous MTB skills coaching when registering. Feel free to contact us beforehand if you’re unsure whether this camp is the right fit.

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Flow Progression Camp Dates:

• Camp 1: Wednesday 30 September 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

• Camp 2: Friday 2 October 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

• Camp 3: Thursday 8 October 2026, 8.30am-2.30pm

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​LEVEL 3

Shred Skills: Intro to Jumps & Drops

Catch air with confidence - safely and in style
For ages 9-13 | 3 hour camp

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Air time made safer and more fun - progress your skills with jumps and drops! Learn the basics on our custom built ramp system to hit jumps and drops safely with proper technique to ensure safe landings. We'll also learn wheel lifts to hop the bike up and over obstacles and which are the fundamental skills for wheelies and manuals!

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​Who is this camp for?

• Riders who are proficient in fundamental skills, are riding confidently on blue graded trails, and are frothing to get their wheels off the ground.

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Intro to Jumps & Drops Camp Dates:

• Camp 1: Thursday 1 October 2026, 8.30-11.30am

• Camp 2: Friday 9 October 2026, 8.30-11.30am

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LEVEL 4

Shred Skills: Next Level Tech

Next level skills for confident riders ready to push their limits

For experienced riders ages 9-13 | 3 hour camp

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A camp for confident, skilled riders ready to elevate their technical ability. We’ll work on advanced cornering, steep roll-ins, technical climbing, wheel lifts to manage larger trail obstacles as well as how to read the trail like a pro! Riders will be encouraged to challenge themselves while staying safe and in control.

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Who is this camp for?

• Riders who are confidently riding blue and easier single black graded flow or tech trails and keen to progress on the rough, janky trails that we have so much of here in Sydney.

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Please note: You’ll be asked to provide info about your child’s riding experience when registering. Feel free to contact us beforehand if you’re unsure whether this camp is the right fit.

 

Next Level Tech Camp Dates:

• Camp 1: Thursday 1 October 2026, 12.30-3.30pm

• Camp 2: Friday 9 October 2026, 12.30-3.30pm

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Further Info for All Holiday Camps

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Location:

Manly Dam & surrounds, Sydney, NSW

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What to bring:

• A mechanically sound mountain bike with two working hand brakes (no back pedal/coaster brakes)

• Closed handlebar ends (grips intact or end plugs installed)

• Helmet (AS/NZS 2063 approved) and gloves (mandatory)

• Optional but recommended: elbow and knee pads

• A spare inner tube that fits your child’s bike tyre size

• Either a hydration pack to carry water, snack & spare tube, OR water bottle on the bike + small backpack

• Snacks, lunch (for 5+hrs camps), spare warm clothing and a rain jacket in a bag that can be left in a secure place and accessed when needed

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What We Provide:

• Small group coaching and individual attention

• Passionate, experienced MTB instructors

• A fun, supportive, and challenging outdoor experience

• Trail time, skill-building, games, and new friendships

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Registration Information:

• 3 Hour Camp Fee: $110

• 5 Hour Camp Fee: $145

• 6 Hour Camp Fee: $170

• Please note our refund policy

• We are an Active Kids provider. To use a voucher for your child's enrolment, select registration option 'Use Active Kids Voucher' and then email the voucher to info@chocolatefoot.com.au.

• Chocolate Foot is covered by its own Public Liability Insurance. You are responsible for your own Personal Injury Insurance and Ambulance Cover.

• Final information will be sent by email to all participants one week prior to the camp.