Balance MTB Skills Coaching

Coming up in two weeks time is the Trail Mates Trail Blazers Family Ride for kids aged between 10-12 (or thereabouts) and their parents. This one's going to be in the afternoon - at 3:30 pm on Saturday, 15 August.

The route? Well, that will be a bit of a surprise (and also depends on who ends up coming along). Go to my website to find out more - www.balancemtb.com.au.

Hope to see you there!

So I forgot take a photo of the group that came on the Trail Mates Beginner ride on Saturday morning because we were having so much fun.

So I thought I'd share a photo of what the morning was actually like - an absolute stunner of a day.

In truth, we only had one real beginner join us, and it was Barry's first time away from the Casuarina trail. He, along with the group, got to try the Extended Loop, Casuarina Explorer, Lower Pete's and then Comm Games Loop 3 - which has had some work done to it recently so well worth a ride!

We finished up with a coffee and a chat at Cadence Cafe, oddly feeling like the only group of riders there 😅.

It was an absolutely stunning morning for the ride at the Glossy Black trails in Reedy Creek. We powered through what admittedly ended up being a rockier ride than I was expecting. But we did find a cool little jump trail hidden amongst the network of trails.

We finished the 10ish km ride with a few PRs and a cuppa at Zaraffas in Reedy Creek. A good ride with some great company.

If you're looking to join the next ride, I'll be back in Nerang on the 25th.

We've got another Trailmates ride at the Glossy Black trails in Reedy Creek this coming weekend. The last ride we had out there was a blast, with most of the group not having ridden there before and enjoying riding somewhere different.

Even though you'll need a little bit of fitness, this is definitely a cruisey, no drop social ride.

To find out more go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2253663801704815

Or to just book in go to www.balancemtb.com.au/book-now to book a spot

Look forward to seeing you there!

Hey folks - just a reminder that we've got the family rides happening this weekend. Hope to see you there!

A&H Family mountain bike ride at Nerang with Balance MTB Skills Coaching

Saturday 4th July.
$2 per rider.
For families with children aged 6–9 years - 9.30am-10.30am
https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Things-to-do/Active-Healthy-program/Active-Healthy-calendar/AH-Family-mountain-bike-SHP0168

For families with children aged 10–12 years - 11am-12pm
https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Things-to-do/Active-Healthy-program/Active-Healthy-calendar/AH-Family-mountain-bike-SHP0169

What a perfect morning for our social ride at The Spit last Saturday! A relaxed 1 hour cruise along the hidden dirt roads and trails with great ocean views and even better company.

We finished up with coffee and a good chat — exactly what these rides are all about. Getting outside, moving, connecting with people, and resetting the mind.

Huge thanks to everyone who came along. Loved seeing new and familiar faces.

Moving into July I'll be doing some family Trail Mates Sessions for the young ones next weekend, followed by a ride at the Glossy Black Trails in Reedy Creek the week after.

Check out the Events list to learn more about those or go to https://www.balancemtb.com.au/book-now to reserve your spot. 🤟

A quick follow-up on the Social Ride and Reset at The Spit on Saturday 27 June (8:00am start from Gowonda Dolphin Place at the Spit).

We’ve already got a few people signed up and it’s shaping up to be a lovely relaxed 1–1.5 hour coastal ride — hidden dirt roads and trails, ocean views, fresh air, and good company.

If you saw the first post and have been thinking about joining, this is a great low-key one. These rides are about getting out, moving, chatting, and that feel-good boost from being active in nature with others.

All levels welcome. MTB, helmet and water is all you need.

Hope to see some more of you there — the more the merrier!

Book here: https://www.balancemtb.com.au/book-now

Next Trail Mates Ride + Reset is locked in ✅
The Spit (GC Seaway) | Sat 27 June | 8:00–10:00am

This one’s a social cruise with a bit of exploring: mostly easy paths to keep it relaxed, plus a few hidden little trails in The Spit for anyone who feels like a quick “what’s down there?” 🌿

Pace is friendly, stops are guaranteed, and the vibe is always: no ego, just good humans on bikes. Plus a stop at the end for some coffee and breakfast for those that are interested for a chat.

Book your spot here: https://www.balancemtb.com.au/book-now
More info (FB event): https://www.facebook.com/events/1986915908706961

Bring:
Helmet (mandatory)
Water
A bike you’re comfortable on (MTB or hybrid is ideal)