Ages 9 - 11

Get immersed in the thrill of mountain biking with our Berm Bandits camps, ranging in levels from Beginner (Level 1) to Strong Advance (Level 6). The adventure unfolds onsite in our Mountain Bike Park and offsite on the neighbouring Paskapoo Slopes. Within an action-packed learning environment, campers will conquer new terrain, refine their techniques, and build camaraderie.

 

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At A Glance - Summer Camp Times & Dates

Camp Schedule
  • Complimentary before care: 8am - 8:30am
  • Camp check-in: 8:30am - 9am
  • Camp activities: 9am - 4pm
  • Camp check-out: 4pm - 4:30pm
  • Complimentary aftercare: 4:30pm - 5pm
3-day camps
  • First day of camp: Wednesday
  • Available dates: July 2-4
4-day camps
  • First day of camp: Tuesday
  • Available dates: August 5-8
5-day camps
  • First day of camp: Monday
  • Available dates: July 7-11 / July 14-18 / July 21-25 / July 28-August 1 / August 11-15 / August 18-22 / August 25-29

 

Terms of Contract

IMPORTANT – WAIVERS REQUIRED

A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement(s) ("Waiver(s)") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps and, if applicable, rental of Equipment. If the applicable Waiver(s) are not completed, participation in the WinSport Program and access to WinSport’s facilities will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided.

The Waiver(s) will be available for completion during the sales process, and copies are available for preview below.

PLEASE READ THE WAIVER CAREFULLY! By signing, you will waive or give up certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence, breach of contract, or breach of the Occupiers’ Liability Act or claim compensation following an accident.

VIEW THE MOUNTAIN BIKE PROGRAMS & CAMPS WAIVER

 

 

VIEW THE MOUNTAIN BIKE EQUIPMENT RENTAL WAIVER

 

 

ENROLLMENT IS REVOCABLE WITHOUT REFUND IN THE EVENT OF MISCONDUCT. CANCELLATION OF ENROLLMENT AND REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO WINSPORT’S REFUND POLICY.

CODE OF CONDUCT - For the safety and enjoyment of all, Participants and users of WinSport’s facilities are required to follow the WinSport Code of Conduct

LESSONS, CAMPS AND PROGRAMS REFUND POLICY - Refund Policy

Berm Bandits Camp - Beginner (Level 1)

Explore the basics of mountain biking such as braking, body positioning, and turning to explore mountain bike trails for the first time. Our instructors will build riders' confidence to practice new skills on new trails.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on flat terrain, and some green trails and features.
  • Progressing to riding Green trails.

Feature Usage

  • Green features - Small:
    • Green berms
    • Roots, rocks, and variable trail conditions.

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on pavement.
  • Able to maintain balance and use both front and back brakes.
  • Little to no experience on mountain bike terrain.

Level Goals

  • Learn basic skills such as body positioning, gearing, and breaking.
  • Gain confidence stopping, steering, and changing direction.
  • Progress from primarily pavement-based terrain to Green mountain bike trails.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Knee pads 

Chairlift Usage

  • This group may access chairlift terrain by riding uphill, but will not use the chairlift.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $352.00 – $440.00 Proceed to store
Berm Bandits Camp - Novice (Level 2)

Progress your basic skills onto your first Blue trails, riding with more fluidity and control. Our instructors will begin introducing more advanced trails and techniques to support learning.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on Green trails and features.
  • Progressing to Blue trails and features.

Feature Usage

  • Green features - Small:
    • Jumps
    • Roots, rocks, and variable trail conditions.

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on some Green terrain.
  • Confident riding on uneven terrain.
  • Have ridden on trails without making frequent stops.
  • Capable of riding a 5 km cross-country loop, but little to no experience on Blue trails.

Level Goals

  • Continue progressing basic skills on more technical terrain.
  • Improve cornering, body positioning, and steering to ride more fluidly.
  • Progress from Green mountain bike trails to lower-level Blue ones.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Knee pads 

Chairlift Usage

  • This group will aim to access the chairlift on the fourth day of the camp.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $352.00 – $440.00 Proceed to store
Berm Bandits Camp - Intermediate (Level 3)

Learn the fundamental skills required to take on drops, jumps, and lift-accessible Blue terrain. Our instructors will teach more technical mountain biking to equip riders for more trails with higher levels of difficulty.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on all Green and Blue trails and features.
  • Progressing to riding more Blue trails and features.

Feature Usage

  • Blue features - Small:
    • Jumps
    • Steep terrain
    • Roots, rocks, and variable trail conditions.

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on most Green terrain.
  • Experienced shifting gears, riding both uphill and downhill on rocky, rooted, and bumpy terrain.
  • Capable of riding a 7-9 km cross-country loop, but little to no experience on lift-accessed terrain.

Level Goals

  • Further develop basic skills to improve your speed on trails.
  • Learn the basics of drops, jumps, and line selection.
  • Expand the number of Green and Blue trails you can comfortably ride.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Knee pads

Chairlift Usage

  • This group will aim to access the chairlift on the third day of the camp.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $368.00 – $460.00 Proceed to view dates
Berm Bandits Camp - Strong Intermediate (Level 4)

Increase riding speed on technical trails, including your initial Black trail. Instructors will focus on refining riders' skills to ride faster, more fluidly, and with more confidence.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on Green and Blue trails and features.
  • Progressing to riding confidently on Blue trails and features.
  • Introduction to Black trails and features.

Feature Usage

  • Blue features - Small/Medium:
    • Jumps
    • Drops
    • Steep terrain
    • Roots, rocks, and variable trail conditions.

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on Blue trails.
  • Confident riding at faster speeds and maintaining momentum.
  • Moderate experience on lift-accessed terrain and capable of riding a 9-11 km cross-country loop.

Level Goals

  • Develop your skills to experience larger drops, jumps, and more technical trails at a safe speed.
  • Progress your skills, line selection, body positioning, and cornering to access Black terrain.
  • Complete all Blue trails and progress to Black terrain.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Full-face helmet (strongly recommended for Mountain Bike Level 4 and required to access Black trails).
  • Other protection such as a neck brace, body armour, gloves, elbow pads, and long sleeves.
  • Knee pads 

Chairlift Usage

  • This group will aim to access the chairlift on the second day of the camp.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $368.00 – $460.00 Proceed to store
Berm Bandits Camp - Advanced (Level 5)

Conquer advanced trails including Black features and Black trails with speed and confidence. Instructors will focus on skill proficiency and campers' feedback to progress their riding to allow for bigger jumps, drops, and trail speeds.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on Green and Blue trails and features.
  • Progressing to Black trails and features.

Feature Usage

  • Black features - Medium/Large:
    • Jumps
    • Drops
    • Wall rides
    • Steep terrain
    • Roots, rocks, variable trail conditions

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on most Blue terrain, working towards riding Black terrain.
  • Confident picking a line and riding difficult technical trail sections, steep terrain, narrow pathways, moderate drops, and 5-7 ft. jumps.
  • Highly experienced on lift-accessed terrain and capable of riding a 12-15 km cross-country loop.

Level Goals

  • Jump higher, drop bigger, and ride with greater speed, control, and fluidity.
  • Develop strong technique and technical skills to unlock the entire WinSport Bike Park.
  • Ride every trail available, including our most advanced terrain.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Bike with rear suspension and dropper post.
  • Other protection such as a neck brace, body armour, gloves, elbow pads, and long sleeves.
  • Knee pads 

Chairlift Usage

  • This group will aim to access the chairlift on the second day of the camp.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $384.00 – $480.00 Proceed to store
Berm Bandits Camp - Strong Advanced (Level 6)

Elevate riding techniques through focused instruction and feedback. Master skills to ride every trail at the highest level with confidence, flow, and speed.

Trail Usage

  • Comfortable on all Green, Blue and Black trails and features.
  • Progressing to riding all trails at the highest level.

Feature Usage

  • Black features - Large:
    • Jumps
    • Drops
    • Steep terrain
    • Wall Rides
    • Roots, rocks, and variable trail conditions.

Prerequisites

  • Comfortable riding on some Black terrain.
  • Confident riding at high speeds, and capable of riding all features on any Black terrain.
  • Capable of clearing medium drops and jumps 12-15 ft. jumps with proper technique.
  • Frequently rides lift-accessed terrain and capable of riding a 15-20 km cross-country loop.

Level Goals

  • Perfect riding techniques to ride the most difficult terrain at the highest level and speed.
  • Master skills and take fitness to the next level with our most experienced instructors.
  • Ride every trail confidently with the highest levels of speed, flow, and control.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Bike with rear suspension and dropper post.
  • Other protection such as a neck brace, body armour, gloves, elbow pads, and long sleeves.
  • Knee pads

Chairlift Usage

  • This group will aim to access the chairlift on the second day of the camp.

Inclusions

  • Access to the WinSport Bike Park during programming.

Add-Ons

  • Rentals
Age Available Days Time Dates Price
9-11 SuMoTuWeThFrSa 9:00am - 4:00pm Proceed to view date options $384.00 – $480.00 Proceed to store