Bike Clinics & Camps
Snowmass Bike Park doesn't just boast a wide range of terrain, but it's also a working mountain bike center where riders of all abilities can take bike lessons and improve their skills.
Lift-accessed mountain biking can be intimidating, but with the help of our Snowmass Bike Park coaches, adventure meets accessibility, and every rider can discover their perfect trail.
Looking to level up so you can enjoy more rides down? Our coaches teach everything from first-time downhill mountain biking to cornering and jumping techniques while continuing to improve your bike handling skills. Our bike coaches will share the tips and tricks needed to master the beginner, intermediate, and advanced downhill mountain bike trails that Snowmass Bike Park has to offer.
Intro to Downhill Bike Clinic
$99
Riding Snowmass Bike Park may be slightly different than the mountain biking you are used to. There are manmade obstacles and features like jumps, wooden features, and drops. If you are not sure about your ability, go with a coach and experience the fun of the Snowmass Bike Park during a 3-hour Intro to Downhill Clinic.
Taught by our specially trained coaches, this introductory lesson is for first-time downhill mountain bikers looking to learn the basics of the sport. The lesson is taught on fun, beginner-friendly terrain and includes an introduction to the equipment, as well as, the essential components for downhill biking – stance, braking, and bike control.
This is class is for people 18 and older.
What to Expect
If you come from a road or a cross-country cycling background, you will want to take this bike clinic as there are subtle differences and nuances in downhill mountain biking. Our bike coaches will share the skills needed to master the beginner and the intermediate downhill mountain bike trails that Snowmass Bike Park has to offer. The bike clinic begins in the Snowmass Mountain Bike skills park and will progress to downhill trails. Riders must be at least 18 years of age and know how to ride a bike.
What's Included: Professional instruction and coaching. Lift access must be purchased separately.
Time: Morning Half Day: 10am-1pm or Afternoon Half Day: 1:30pm-4:30pm
Dates: Offered daily June 21 - September 2 and weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) September 6 - 29.
Location: Meet at the Four Mountain Sports in the Snowmass Base Village Plaza 15 minutes prior to your clinic start time dressed, with gear/bike and ready to go.
Recommended Gear:
- Helmets required for all participants. A full face helmet is required while riding intermediate terrain and higher or for any jumping skill progression. Half shell helmets may be worn on Beginner and Green rated trails. If you are unsure which helmet to wear we recommend a full face helmet.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
Note: If renting equipment, plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at least one hour before the bike clinic to pick up your bike and gear.
Waivers are required for all bike camp and clinic participants, waivers can be filled out through your Aspen Snowmass Account Portal.
Intermediate Downhill Skills Clinic
$99
Looking to build your descending skills? Take your riding to the next level and let our certified coaches build your confidence and skill base in a friendly environment. Our coaches will teach cornering and jumping techniques while continuing to improve your bike handling skills.
Our bike coaches will share the skills needed to master the beginner and the intermediate downhill mountain bike trails that Snowmass Bike Park has to offer.
This is class is for people 18 and older.
What to Expect
The Intermediate Downhill Skills Clinic begins in the Snowmass mountain bike skills park and will progress to downhill trails. Riders must be 18 years or older to participate in the Intermediate Downhill Skills Clinic and should have previous downhill experience.
What's Included: Professional instructions and coaching. Lift access must be purchased separately.
Time: 10am-1pm
Dates: Offered daily June 21 - September 2 and weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) September 6 - 29.
Location: Meet at the Four Mountain Sports in the Snowmass Base Village Plaza 15 minutes prior to the clinic start time dressed, with gear/bike and ready to go.
Recommended Gear:
- Helmets required for all participants. A full face helmet is required while riding intermediate terrain and higher or for any jumping skill progression. Half shell helmets may be worn on Beginner and Green rated trails. If you are unsure which helmet to wear we recommend a full face helmet.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
Note: If renting equipment, plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at least one hour before the bike clinic to pick up your bike and gear.
Waivers are required for all bike camp and clinic participants, waivers can be filled out through your Aspen Snowmass Account Portal.
Private Bike Lessons
Starting at $479
We will customize your private bike lesson to your interests and ability level so that you can make the most out of your time. Rates are for groups of 1 to 5 bikers. Recommended for ages 8 and above and all participants must know how to ride a bike.
What to Expect
What's Included: Private instruction and lift access. Bike rentals are not included, but can be rented from Four Mountain Sports.
Time: Full Day: 10am-4pm, Morning Half Day: 10am-1pm, Afternoon Half Day: 1:30pm-4:30pm
Dates: Offered daily June 21 - September 2 and weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) September 6 - 29.
Location: Meet at the Four Mountain Sports in the Snowmass Base Village 15 minutes prior to the lesson start time dressed, with gear/bike and ready to go.
Recommended Gear:
- Helmets required for all participants. A full face helmet is required while riding intermediate terrain and higher or for any jumping skill progression. Half shell helmets may be worn on Beginner and Green rated trails. If you are unsure which helmet to wear we recommend a full face helmet.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
Note: If renting a bike, plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at least one hour before the Private Lesson to get your bike and gear.
Waivers are required for all bike camp and clinic participants, waivers can be filled out through your Aspen Snowmass Account Portal.
Bike Locals Clinic
Starting at $75
Snowmass Bike Park doesn't just boast fantastic terrain, but it's also a working mountain bike center where riders of all abilities can take lessons and improve their capabilities. Clinics range from downhill to cross-country and everything in-between and are broken out by skill level and desired disciplines. So, if you're looking to improve your trail riding or climbing skills, we've got you covered. Step up your know-how with a Bike Locals Clinic, available for ages 18 and older. View clinic times below.
Clinic Dates, Times, & Types
- Saturday June 22, 10am-1pm - Co Ed Skills Clinic
- Sunday June 30, 10am-1pm - Co Ed Skills Clinic
- Tuesday July 9, 4:30-7:30pm - Co Ed Skills Clinic
- Saturday July 20, 10am-1pm - Women's Skills Clinic
- Sunday July 28, 10am-1pm- Co Ed Skills Clinic
- Saturday August 10, 10am-1pm - Co Ed Skills Clinic
- Sunday August 18, 10am-1pm - Women's Skills Clinic
- Saturday September 7, 10am-1pm - Co Ed Skills Clinic
What to Expect
What's Included: Coaching instruction and lift access. Bike rentals are not included, but can be rented from Four Mountain Sports.
Location: Meet at the Four Mountain Sports in the Snowmass Base Village 15 minutes prior to the lesson start time dressed, with gear/bike and ready to go.
Recommended Gear:
- Helmets required for all participants. A full face helmet is required while riding intermediate terrain and higher or for any jumping skill progression. Half shell helmets may be worn on Beginner and Green rated trails. If you are unsure which helmet to wear we recommend a full face helmet.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
Note: If renting a bike, plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at least one hour before the clinic to get your bike and gear.
Waivers are required for all bike camp and clinic participants, waivers can be filled out through your Aspen Snowmass Account Portal.
Kids & Teens Downhill Bike Camp
What to Expect
What's Included: Instruction, lift access, and full-day supervision
Time: 9:30am-3pm
Dates: Available Monday-Friday, June 24 - August 23.
Location: Meet in Snowmass Base Village Plaza outside of the Treehouse Kids' Adventure Center 15 minutes prior to the start of the Clinic. Please arrive dressed, with gear/bike and ready to go.
Recommended Gear:
- Helmets required for all participants. A full face helmet is required while riding intermediate terrain and higher or for any jumping skill progression. Half shell helmets may be worn on Beginner and Green rated trails. If you are unsure which helmet to wear we recommend a full face helmet.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
- Snacks
Note: If renting equipment, plan on arriving at Four Mountain Sports at least thirty minutes before the clinic to pick up your bike and gear.
Waivers are required for all bike camp and clinic participants, waivers can be filled out through your Aspen Snowmass Account Portal.
3-Day Kids Mountain Bike Camps
What to Expect
Camp Description: The small group ratios will allow these riders to progress with both their biking skills development and confidence all while exploring their surroundings. We will have fun discovering all the places we can go on our bikes!
Time: 9am-3pm
Dates: Camps run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, June 3 - August 5
Location: Base of Two Creeks, Snowmass Village
Recommended Gear:
- A half shell helmet is required for all participants.
- Helmets are available to purchase or for rent at Snowmass Base Village - Four Mountain Sports.
- Eye Protection (sunglasses or goggles)
- Closed Toe Shoes
- Full Finger Gloves
- Moisture Wicking Tops (try to stay away from tank tops)
- Shorts or Leggings
- Chamois - Padded Bike Shorts
- Sunscreen / Lip Balm
- Layers for Rainy or Cooler Weather
- Hydration Pack or Water Bottle
- Snacks
Adult Bike Park Package
Conquer the Snowmass Bike Park with an Adult Rental & Clinic Package. Package includes a 3-hour downhill clinic of your choice, a full-day adult downhill/enduro bike rental from Four Mountain Sports, and a 1-Day Bike Park Ticket.
Select Your Bike Rental
Make the most of your day in the bike park with a standard or demo bike rental. Full package not valid with kids bike rentals.
$99 Lift Ticket & Clinic Combo
Add on a $99 Snowmass Bike Park Lift Ticket & Clinic Combo. Simply choose between our Intro to Downhill Clinic Package or Intermediate Downhill Skills Clinic Package.
Customize Your Day
Not looking for a clinic? Book just your bike rental or add on a bike park lift ticket for just $61.
