Working with a coach one-on-one or in a small group fast tracks your learning. We're here to help you ride smoother, safer, & with more confidence!
Performance Private Lessons
Performance Private Lessons are ideal for experienced riders. Whether you’re training for a competition or just looking for that extra push, you’ll improve under the guidance of NR owner & head coach Patrick. Years of experience paired with top level industry training, we’re here to take your riding to the next level.
Performance Private Lessons offer:
- Coaching from a PMBIA Level 4 Professional Coach
- Goal setting and custom lesson plans
- Biomechanical analysis & video
- Blending of skills & tactics to improve your riding
- Guiding, mechanical support, on trail first aid & more
- Access to follow up and support after your lesson
Intermediate - Advanced - Pro
- 12 years of coaching experience
- PMBIA Lvl 4 Instructor
- PMBIA Course Conductor
- BSc. Sports Management
- NCCP Trained
- Wilderness First Aid
- Enduro - DH
- Racing & Performance Coach
Patrick has been coaching and guiding on the bike since 2011. Consistently committed to education and training, he's crafted himself into a master coach and communicator over the years. He loves sharing his knowledge and passion with riders of all backgrounds, and finds success in their achievements both big and small.
From World Cup tracks to local trails, if you're looking for top level coaching and instruction he's your guy.
Classic Private Lessons
Classic Private Lessons is your fast track to improving your riding and skills. These lessons are built for any rider with one or more seasons of riding experience. Your instructor will work with you to identify your goals, build up your existing skills, and progress your technique all while discovering new trails and having fun. Let’s get you riding with more confidence, flow, and stoke.
Standard Private Lessons offer:
- PMBIA Level 2 or 3 Instructor
- Technique analysis
- Video feedback
- Goal oriented teaching
- Blending of skills to improve your riding
- Guiding, mechanical support, on trail first aid & more
2-Hour Private
$175.00
Private Lesson Inquiry Form
Meet Ethan:
- PMBIA Level 3 Coach
- 4 Seasons with Nolan Riding
- Wilderness First Aid
- BA. Psychology
Ethan is a dirt jumper from Calgary. Since his move to BC, he has been expanding his riding and instructing scope beyond dirt jumping and into trail riding. His methodical process to instructing wastes no time in delivering the exact feedback you need to improve upon a skill. If you want to improve your riding foundations or learn to ride jumps and drops, Ethan is the instructor for you.
Meet Misha:
- PMBIA Level 3 Coach
- Wilderness First Aid Responder
- 5 Seasons with Nolan Riding
Misha loves to play on the bike. Aside from offering great instruction, Misha will help build your enthusiasm by jumping and playing on the trail. If you want to brush up on foundational skills and begin to build your journey into flow and style, Misha is the instructor for you.
Meet: Connor
- PMBIA Level 2 Tech
- PMBIA Level 2 Air
- PMBIA Kids Module
- 6 Seasons with Nolan Riding
- Wilderness First Aid
- Enduro Racer
- Free Rider
- BSc. Kinesiology Student
"The Prodigy " - Connor has made his way through all our programs & our race team, and is one of our most experienced instructors. Connor has a knack for connecting with all types of people as a strong communicator with a smooth and effective teaching style. If you are looking to round out all aspects of your riding while having a good time with a personable coach, Connor is the instructor for you.
Meet Diego:
- PMBI Lvl 2
- Wilderness First Aid
- XC Racer
- Engineer
- Bilingual - Spanish
Diego made his way from Mexico to Canada and found a calling to instruct and guide with NR. He is an XC and Cyclocross racer who loves the technical terrain BC has to offer. Combining a super personable presence with a patient and considerate teaching style, Diego loves working with beginner to intermediate riders. If you want to improve your riding basics while having a blast, Diego is the instructor for you.
Meet Emily:
- PMBI Lvl 2 Tech
- Wilderness First Aid
- High Performance Athlete
Emily is a passionate coach who loves sharing her enthusiasm for the sport with riders of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to racers. With a focus on fun and growth, she brings excitement to each lesson. If you are looking for a personable coach who always brings the stoke, Emily is the instructor for you.
Beginner Private Lessons
Beginner Private Lessons are designed for any rider new to mountain biking and those wanting to cover the basics. A great way to start your journey into mountain biking, beginner lessons focus on the foundational and introductory skills, as we explore the trail networks. Our coaches will get you riding with more control and confidence.
Beginner Private Lessons offer:
- PMBIA Level 1 or 2 Coaching
- Guiding, mechanical support, on trail first aid
- Beginner skills instruction
- Beginner trail loop recommendations
*Bike rentals are available. Please contact us for more information
2-Hour Private
$150.00
Private Lesson Inquiry Form
Meet Diego:
- PMBI Lvl 2
- Wilderness First Aid
- XC Racer
- Engineer
- Bilingual - Spanish
Diego made his way from Mexico to Canada and found a calling to instruct and guide with NR. He is an XC and Cyclocross racer who loves the technical terrain BC has to offer. Combining a super personable presence with a patient and considerate teaching style, Diego loves working with beginner to intermediate riders. If you want to improve your riding basics while having a blast, Diego is the instructor for you.
Meet Emily:
- PMBI Lvl 2 Tech
- Wilderness First Aid
- High Performance Athlete
Emily is a passionate coach who loves sharing her enthusiasm for the sport with riders of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to racers. With a focus on fun and growth, she brings excitement to each lesson. If you are looking for a personable coach who always brings the stoke, Emily is the instructor for you.
Meet Davina:
- PMBI Lvl 1
- NR Race Team Rider
- Enduro Racer
Davina is an enthusiastic and skilled coach with a passion for helping riders of all levels improve their skills and confidence on the trails. With a personalized touch, she tailors each private lesson to meet your unique needs, ensuring progress and fun every step of the way. If you are feeling nervous about getting started on your mountain bike, Davina is the instructor for you.
Group Private Lessons
2-Hour Classic Private Group Lesson
Learn as a group! Our private group lessons are an opportunity to learn and improve together with your riding buddies. These private group sessions are set up and tailored to the goals and needs of your group. You will receive specific skills instruction with your friends, in a more cost-effective package for everyone!
How it works:
- Gather a group of friends interested in progressing their mountain bike skills
- Meet up on the trail with our professional coaches to discover new trails & have fun
- Save money by distributing the cost with your group - just an additional $75.00 CAD per additional person up to 5 people
- Inquire about a Classic Group Lesson by clicking "Book Now" below
2-Hour Beginner Private Group Lesson
Grab your friends, grab your riding group, and come together to build a custom private group lesson. These lessons are tailored to your group's wants and needs.
Beginner Private Group Lessons offer:
- PMBIA Level 1 or 2 Coaching
- Guiding, mechanical support, on-trail first aid & more
- Beginner skills instruction
- Beginner trail loop recommendations
*Bike rentals are available. Please contact us for more information!
How it works:
- Gather a group of friends interested in learning how to mountain bike together
- Meet up on the trail with our professional coaches to ride & have fun
- Save money by distributing the cost with your group - just an additional $75.00 CAD per additional person up to 5 people
- Inquire about a Beginner Group Lesson by clicking "Book Now" below
3-Hour Performance Private Group Lesson
Grab your friends, grab your riding group, and come together and build a custom private group lesson. These lessons are tailored to your group's wants and needs.
Performance Private Group Lessons offer:
- PMBIA Level 3 or 4 Professional Coaches
- Goal setting and custom lesson plan(s)
- Biomechanical analysis & video
- Theme based teaching
- Blending of skills & tactics to improve your riding
- Guiding, mechanical support, on trail first aid
- Access to follow up and support after your lesson
How it works:
- Gather a group of friends interested in progressing their mountain bike skills together
- Meet up on the trail with our professional coaches to shred & have fun
- Save money by distributing the cost with your group - just an additional $75.00 CAD per additional person up to 5 people
- Inquire about a Performance Group Lesson by clicking "Book Now" below
ORGANIZATIONS & BUSINESSES
Nolan Riding offers custom group lessons and programs for a variety of organizations and businesses. Some past clients include:
- Camosun College
- Strathcona Park Wilderness Lodge
- Power to Be
- Capital Regional District
- Cowichan Valley Regional District
- Cycling BC
- Windigo Adventures
- City of Langford
- Vancouver Island Brewing
- Trek Bicycle Store Victoria
- Parkway Physiotherapy
- Variety of elementary, middle & high schools
Contact us for more information & quotes!
Kid's Private Lessons
kid's private lessons - individual
If you are ready to have fun, brush up on skills, and receive some one-on-one attention come join our kids private lessons. These lessons are for kids aged 8 - 18 and focus on developing biking skills in a fun and engaging way based on their age, interests, and skill.
How it works:
- PMBIA Standard Coaching (level dependent on riders skill)
- Instructors trained and certified to deliver skills instruction to kids and youth
- Guiding, mechanical support, on-trail first aid
- Age appropriate skills instruction & route planning
- Inquire & book about a Kid's Private Lesson by visiting the links below
2-Hour Private
$120.00
Private Lesson Inquiry Form
2-Hour Beginner Private Group Lesson
If you are ready to have fun, learn new skills, explore trails, and receive some one-on-one coaching with a friend or group of friends, a private group lesson would be perfect for you. These lessons are for kids aged 8 - 18 and focus on developing biking skills in a fun and engaging way based on their age, interests, and skill.
How it works:
- PMBIA Standard Coaching (level dependent on riders skill)
- Instructors trained and certified to deliver skills instruction to kids and youth
- Guiding, mechanical support, on-trail first aid
- Age appropriate skills instruction
- Save money by distributing the cost with your group - just an additional $60.00 CAD per additional kid up to 5 people
- Book a Kid's Private Group Lesson by visiting the link below
mountain bike birthday parties with nolan riding
Grab your friends, grab your riding group, and come together and build a custom private group lesson. Birthday lessons are tailored to your kids' wants and needs.
How it works:
- Spend your birthday outdoors with your friends riding new trails & having fun
- Meet up on the trail with our professionally trained coaches to shred
- Priced at our kid's private group lessons of $120/hour & an additional $60.00 CAD per additional kid up to 5 people
- Inquire about a Kids' Birthday Party by visiting the link below
Please contact us if you have any questions or comments
Happy Riding!