RAD RIDES & SKILLS

Skills investment is the key to unlocking the “how, what and why” of riding off road.

For those new to off road riding through to experienced riders.

Discover ways to build confidence, ride with control and be more efficient, while having fun!

For new to experienced riders.

Gravel, Rail Trail Riding & Mountain Bike Riding.

We offer sessions for individuals, pairs, families or groups.

Located on Djaara country in Castlemaine Central Victoria.

Sessions take place in Walmer State Forest, Campbell’s Creek State Forest and Castlemaine Diggings Heritage Park - including the Forest Creek Trail and the Goldfields Track.

All our programs are run by coaches who have:

  • GSMBC or PMBIA certification

  • First Aid & CPR certification, Senior coaches have Remote or Wilderness First Aid certification

  • Current Working with Children Check

  • Training in supporting Children with Neurodivergence in Sport

Upcoming Events

  • Slow & Steady Guided Ride

    Sunday 1st March

    9:00-11:00am

    Walmer State Forest, Djaara Country

    For Women & Gender Diverse Folk.

    An opportunity to connect to country and community in a slow and steady way. Photo and snack breaks are a definite. Offered collaboratively with Mountain BIke Therapy Australia.

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  • Bike Skills for the Goldfields Track & Beyond - 2 part series

    Sunday 26th April & Sunday 10th May 2026 ‍ ‍

    Sign up for one or both sessions for progressive fundamental skills learning.

    9:00 am - 12:00pm

    The Goldfields Track (Dry Diggings Track - Cry Joe section) and surrounding gravel roads

    Starting at Wheeler Street / Etty Street entrance, Castlemaine, Djaara country

    For All genders, ages 16 to older adults

    Suitable for those with a bit of off-road riding & MTB experience through to seasoned riders.

    Learn the what, why and how’s of riding on single track and the Goldfields Track.

    $120.00

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  • Rad Skills 4 kids

    Term 2, 2026

    4:00 - 5:00 pm

    Walmer State Forest, Djaara Country

    For ages 6+ to 12 years

    MTB skills instruction in a progressive format. Think of it as learning to become a ninja - but on a bike. As your skills progress, unlock the next level of progression.

    Focus on fun, social connection and confidence on a bike in a low pressure environment.

    $150 for 6 sessions

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