Kids (Juniors) Beginner Skills Session: With Greg Join us for a fun and supportive 2-hour beginner mountain bike session designed specifically for young riders. Our experienced volunteer instructors will help kids develop confidence, learn essential riding skills, and have fun on the trails in a safe environment. Event Details Date: Saturday 29th August 2026 Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm Location: Horswood Road Car Park (Main Entrance, near the map stand) Fee: $49.00 for LDTR Members / $79.00 for Non-LDTR Members Maximum: 4 Participants (minimum 2 participants required) What They'll Learn This beginner session focuses on the fundamentals of mountain biking, including: Correct body position Braking techniques Gear selection Balance and control Cornering basics Activities and coaching will be adapted to suit the age, ability and confidence of the group. Important Information Age: Suitable for riders aged 12–15 years. Insurance: All riders must hold valid https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership (Free 4-week trial available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial) Check-in: Arrive at 1:00pm for bike checks and introductions. Collection: Parents/guardians are required to collect participants promptly at 3:00pm from Horswood Road Car Park. Please ensure your child is signed out with an instructor before leaving.   Bring: Water, snacks, and proof of AusCycling membership. Qualified & Safe Coaching Your child will be coached by experienced LDTR volunteer instructors who are committed to providing a safe, enjoyable learning environment. All instructors: Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC). Hold a current First Aid qualification. Are covered under LDTR coaching requirements. Bike & Equipment Requirements To ensure a safe and enjoyable session, riders must: Bring a mountain bike suitable for singletrack trails. Ensure their bike is in safe working order (brakes, gears and tyres checked). Have a bike with front suspension (hardtail or dual suspension preferred). Wear a properly fitted Australian-approved helmet. Disclaimer: If you are unable to attend your session, please reach out to reschedule for the next available session. We are unable to offer a refund but can either reschedule or exchange for LDTR Merch.  This session is subject to weather conditions. In the event of unsafe or unsuitable weather, the session may be cancelled and/or rescheduled at the discretion of the club.

Come along for a relaxed social ride on Lysterfield’s beautiful mountain bike trails. We ride in three groups, so no matter your fitness or experience, there’s a place for you. All groups are no‑drop, supportive, and social. If the singletrack is closed, we’ll switch to a fun mini mystery adventure within Lysterfield Park. We ride in all weather unless conditions are deemed unsafe. If a cancellation is required, you’ll be notified by email.   Foundation Group New to mountain biking? Returning after a break? Or just keen for a cruisy ride with a few challenges along the way? Expect 10–13 km, some hills, gentle features, plenty of breaks, and lots of laughs. Perfect for absolute beginners through to competent riders wanting a supportive, easygoing group.   Intermediate – Relaxed This group suits riders who are confident on their MTB and want to explore Lysty at a steady pace that gets the heart rate up, with short rests along the way. If you can comfortably ride 14–20 km, complete a full Lysty loop, and ride around 95% of the features, this is your ideal group.   Intermediate – Confident For riders who are comfortable on all Lysterfield trails and features, ride regularly, and enjoy a faster pace with minimal stopping. If you’re a “less talk, more ride” type and ready for 18–25 km with around 500 m elevation, this is the group for you.   You must register for this event. Groups will run separately and depend on ride leader availability. After the ride, join us for coffee, snacks, and a chat at The Orchard @ Montagues. There is no charge, but registration is essential. All riders must hold AusCycling insurance: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership A free 4‑week trial is available: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial   What you will need: - A mountain bike in good working order - An Australian safety standards approved helmet - Water, snacks, spare tube

New Format - New Races - New Meeting Point  Welcome to the Lysty Trail Blazers. We are excited to spend time with you learning new skills, riding the fabulous Lysty trails, having some dress-up theme days and having a go at some timed racing this year. Format: Our ride will start with a 30 minute skills session taken by qualified coaches. This will be followed by a trail ride of 1.5hrs. Our ride is open to all abilities (rides may be longer or shorter depending on the riders). Any groups we split off into will be "no drop" and we'll meet up at any junctions for a chat - This is a nice cruisy social ride. After the ride we have time to share our adventures over fruit and drinks. Ability Is your shredder a Blazer or a Ranger? Blazer: can ride a mix of single track and fireroads and ride approximately 10kms at varied pace. Rangers: can ride 90% of the trails and features at Lysty and comfortably ride 10-15km.  Ride leaders will ulitimately decide on groupings on the day.   Important: A parent or guardian is REQUIRED to ride with your child - If you dont ride but your child can ride with a mate and their guardian, just fill out the details on your ticket.  We always welcome new parent helpers. If you can help out on the day or future events please reach out at administration@lysterfieldmtb.com Time & Place: Please enter via Horswood Road, drive through the gates, and turn LEFT at the roundabout into the carpark, then follow this all the way to the BBQ/Lake carpark at the end. We have a new meeting place at the LDTR Club House. The Club House is about halfway along the footpath heading back towards the entrance.  Schedule:                                                                                                                                              9:15am Arrive and get ready. 9:30 - 10:00 am NEW - Skill Session with qualified coaches       10:00 - 11:30am Ride Session     11:30 - 12:00noon Fruit, Drinks and chats Cost: FREE! - but you must register all participants (Parents and Guardians do not need to register) Important: All riders MUST have Aus Cycling Insurance, this is non negotiable: https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership Looking forward to seeing you there:) Your Ride Leaders, Kathy and James