Frequently Asked Questions
Weeknight Classes
How do I know which weeknight school or class is right for me (Dirt, Tech, or Shred)?
To get the most out of your class, you should be comfortably executing the skills and fitness requirements listed for each level. We recommend looking at three factors: Skills & Techniques, Fitness, and Trail Ratings.
Rate Your Skill Level Here
School of Dirt: Beginner
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The "Glazed" or "Chocolate Dipped" Rider
- Who it’s for: Riders in their first or second year of trail riding who are still figuring out the basics.
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The Goal: Mastering fundamental skills to build a strong, safe foundation on the bike.
School of Tech: Intermediate
- The "Vanilla Sprinkles" or "Boston Cream" Rider
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Who it’s for: Riders in their third or fourth year who feel stuck on a "plateau." You are comfortable on blue trails and want to start dabbling in black diamonds.
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The Goal: Refining fundamentals and applying them to more advanced techniques and maneuvers.
Shred School: Advanced
- The "Jelly" or "Maple Bacon" Rider
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Who it’s for: Advanced riders comfortable on all green and blue trails and ready to conquer black trails with steep terrain and challenging obstacles.
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The Goal: Adding speed, style, and flow to your riding while conquering technical features.
Still not sure which class is the right fit?
Skip the guesswork and roll with confidence. Take our Mountain Bike Skill Quiz to get a personalized recommendation based on your current riding ability and goals.
Which indoor class should I join?
Our indoor sessions at Joyride 150 are designed to keep your skills sharp and your progress moving, regardless of the season. We offer two distinct paths:
Groundwork: Beginner
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The "Glazed" or "Chocolate Dipped" Rider
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Who it’s for: Riders in their first or second year of trail riding who are still figuring out the basics.
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The Goal: Mastering fundamental skills to build a strong, safe foundation on the bike.
Level Up: Intermediate+
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The "Vanilla Sprinkles," "Boston Cream," or "Jelly" Rider
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Who it’s for: Riders in a minimum of their third or fourth year or more who feel stuck on a "plateau." You are comfortable on blue trails and want to start dabbling in black diamonds.
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The Goal: Refining fundamentals and applying them to advanced maneuvers with a specialized focus on learning how to jump and handle features with confidence.
Note: Program registration includes your coaching fee. Please check your confirmation email regarding Joyride 150 park entry fees and waivers.
I have something specific I would like to work on - which class should I book?
If you have specific goals that do not match any of the schools' outlines (Dirt, Tech, or Shred), then Private Lessons is the best way to go.
What is the average age of participants in your weeknight classes?
On average, students in our classes are in their 30s-50s and the groups are all co-ed.
Where do you host your weeknight classes?
School of Dirt: Durham Forest Main Tract Main Parking or E.T. Seton Park (Don Valley)
School of Tech: Durham Forest Main Tract Main Parking or E.T. Seton Park (Don Valley)
School of Shred: Trail Hub (Uxbridge)
Groundwork & Level Up: Indoors at Joyride 150 Indoor Bike Park (150 Bullock Dr., Markham)
What if I can't make it to all the classes? Do you offer a credit or can I join another class or event?
We cannot pro-rate, refund, or provide make-up sessions for individual missed classes within a program. Ensure you can commit to the full schedule before joining. Please refer to our Cancellation Policies.
What if it's calling for rain? Do you can cancel the class? How is it made up?
Classes run rain or shine. We believe some of the best skills are learned when the dirt is tacky or the conditions are challenging. Please come prepared with full rain gear, warm layers, a towel, and a dry change of clothes for afterward. However, safety is our top priority.
Cancellation Criteria: A class will be delayed or rescheduled if the forecast by 3:00 PM on the day of class predicts:
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Thunder and lightning.
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Heavy, persistent downpours that compromise trail safety.
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Sustained high winds (exceeding 50 km/h) or dangerous gusts.
Communication: If a change is made, all participants will be notified via text and email no later than 3:30 PM. If you do not hear from us, assume class is proceeding as scheduled.
Make-up Date: In the event of a weather-related cancellation, a make-up class will be held the week following the final regularly scheduled class.
Please refer to our Weather Policies.
Payment, Gift Certificates, Discounts & Cancellations
I have a gift certificate - how do I redeem it?
Begin by selecting the lesson or class and proceed to book. You'll complete the contact info, be prompted to read and complete our policies page, registration form, and Liability Waiver & Release. When you continue to the "Payment" Page, look for the box that says "Package, gift or coupon code" and enter your gift card number there.
I have a discount code - how do I redeem it?
Begin by selecting the lesson or class and proceed to book. You'll complete the contact info, be prompted to read and complete our policies page, registration form, and Liability Waiver & Release. When you continue to the "Payment" Page, look for the box that says "Package, gift or coupon code" and enter your discount code there.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
Please refer to our Cancellation & Refund Policies page.
Preparation & Equipment
What do I need to bring / what equipment do I need?
Please refer to our "How to Prepare" page for a checklist to prepare for your lesson or event.
Do you rent or provide bikes?
We do not rent or provide bikes or equipment. Participants must supply their own mountain bikes in good working order. Our host location, Trail Hub has rental bikes available in their Bike Shop. Please click here to learn more about their rentals and reserving one.
Can I use my e-bike?
E-Bikes are permitted so long as the trail system permits them. We ask that you respect the pace and spacing in the group. Please note that our Group Experiences are designed specifically for standard mountain bikes. If there is something specific you would like to work on related to your e-bike, we suggest booking a Private Experience Package.
Private Lessons
Whom do you teach? I heard you only teach women.
We do not exclusively teach women. We teach all riders age eighteen (18) and older. All skill levels, from beginner to advanced, are encouraged.
Where do you run your lessons?
We host our Private Lessons at Trail Hub (south of Uxbridge with direct trail access to Durham Forest and Dagmar North).
What will we cover in a Private Lesson?
We customize every lesson based on the registration form you complete at booking. We will also adapt based on our initial rider & equipment assessment during our pre-lesson chat and the warm-up for each lesson.
How should I spread out my lessons if booking more than 1?
The best way to see progression in your riding is to spread your lessons out about 2 -4 weeks apart. This way, you will have the opportunity to get out and ride and practice what was covered in the previous lesson and check back in again before any bad habits might have a chance to form.
How many lessons should I book?
Lessons are best structured when we can stick to 1-2 main goals per lesson. The more goals and skills you'd like to learn or better, the more lessons you should book.
Weather Policies
Weather - What if it rains or calls for rain or bad weather?
Please refer to our Weather Policies page.
Attendance
What if I can't make it to my lesson, class or event/clinic?
Please refer to our cancellation policies (based on the Experience you signed up for) on our Booking Policies Page.