Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic
Are you MTB-curious? Join our women’s clinic to learn the fundamentals of safe bike handling and how to evaluate trails.
After a clinic session with two certified skills instructors, you will ride to nearby Belle Isle to explore green-level trails and the skills park. Requirements: Properly-fitting helmet, water and snacks to carry with you, and a working mountain bike.
Event Details
Mountain Bike Clinics are open to all skill levels, beginner and up. Clinics are free but registration is required. Each time slot is limited to 12 participants.
Location
Cyclists will meet in the Dominion Flat Lot
Rules
- Must be 10 years or older to participate
- A helmet and water are required
Demo Bikes
Blue Ridge Cyclery will offer a limited number of demo bikes to participants of the Women’s Mountain Bike Clinics. During registration, there is an option to opt into a demo bike reservation. The deadline to reserve a demo bike is May 9.
Meet the Clinic Leaders
Phaedra Hise
Phaedra Hise helps riders break out of plateaus by pinpointing skill gaps and building confidence on technical terrain. A lifelong cyclist with 15 years on trails and a background in road racing, she works with women, beginners, and riders who have speed but want more control. She’s a PMBIA Level 1 coach and wilderness first responder, coaching with Riverside Cycling in Richmond and Ninja Mountain Bike Performance nationwide.
Marlie Smith
Marlie Smith is the Founder and head coach of ALL IN MTB, helping riders build confidence and skill while bringing the trail to life! A BICP Level II Certified Mountain Bike Coach with over 12 years of experience, she coaches riders of all levels – from foundational skills to advanced cornering, technical terrain, and jumping. As a NICA OTB101/201 Coach Trainer, she’s deeply invested in developing the next generation of riders and coaches. Marlie is known for her inclusive, encouraging style and her “Let’s Play Bikes!” energy – meeting riders where they are and using clear, progressive coaching to help them ride stronger, safer, and with even more fun on every ride!