Trail Showdown Race Prep Clinics

trail specific coaching for riders looking to prepare for race day

The Trail Showdown Race Prep Clinic is designed for riders who want to improve their confidence, refine their skills, and gain experience on the race trail before race day.

Each clinic focuses on the specific trail being used for an upcoming Trail Showdown race and provides riders with the opportunity to learn the trail, practice key features, receive coaching feedback, and develop race strategies in a supportive group environment.

Participants also receive race registration for the corresponding Trail Showdown event and race-day coaching support prior to the start of the race.

2026 clinic schedule & prices

*All prices plus HST

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Who This Program Is For

The Trail Showdown Race Prep Clinic is designed for riders with previous mountain biking experience who are looking to improve their skills and prepare for race day.

Riders must be comfortable riding independently and confidently descending Horseshoe’s green downhill trails. Previous race experience is not required.

What’s Included

• 2-hour coaching session focused on the upcoming race trail (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
• Trail Showdown race registration for corresponding date
• Pre-race coaching and warm-up support on race day (1hr prior to race)
• Maximum 5:1 rider-to-instructor ratio

Coaching includes: trail inspection, line choice, cornering, braking, feature analysis, and race strategy.

Important Information

• Open to all ages
• Lift access is required and not included
• Rental equipment is not included
• Participants must provide their own bike and protective equipment
• Clinics operate rain or shine unless otherwise communicated

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