GRiT 1-Day Camp

Build Community. Gain Confidence. Sharpen Skills. Make Friends & Ride Bikes!

A girl wearing a black helmet, glasses, and a gray Under Armour shirt is smiling while riding a bicycle during a group ride. She has decorative face paint and a small yellow rubber duck attached to her handlebars. Other cyclists in colorful gear are in the blurred background.

Whether you're brand new to mountain biking or already know how to ride, Girls Riding Together 1-Day Camp is designed to be fun, welcoming, and engaging for all skill levels.

What to Expect

  • Skill-building sessions for all riding abilities

  • Obstacle courses, trail rides & games

  • Bike mechanics

  • Intentional coaching

  • Connection, mentorship & community

Who Can Attend

  • Girls (rising 6th–12th grade) who want to give mountain biking a try

  • Returning female NICA student-athletes (rising 6th - 12th grade)

  • Women interested in becoming NICA coaches (even if new to biking)

  • NICA coaches, adult volunteers, and allies who want to support girls on bikes

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2026 Dates & Locations

May 9th @ Camp Kirchenwald in Colebrook, PA

June 6th @ Alameda Park in Butler, PA

June 20th @ Smedley Park in Springfield, PA

June 27th @ Frick Park in Pittsburgh, PA

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  • 9:00 – 11:00 - Bike Skill Basics (new riders) & Skill Enhancement (returning riders)
    11:00 – 11:30 - On- and Off-The-Bike Games
    11:30 – 12:00 - Lunch
    12:00 – 1:00 - Bike Mechanic Workshop
    1:00 – 2:00 - Group Trail Ride

  • It’s FREE!

  • Absolutely! Have her register via BikeReg.

    Coaches, invite your friends, too!

  • We welcome all ability levels. At times, we'll split into ability-based groups for instruction. At other points, we'll all be together for games, food and riding.

    • Bagged Lunch

    • Bike in good working order

    • Properly fitted helmet

    • Water bottle or hydration pack

    • Comfortable riding clothes & shoes

    Missing something? No problem—just let us know when you register and we’ll help you out.

  • If weather impacts our ability to hold the event, we will communicate via email. There are no rain dates. 

For more information, contact grit@pamtb.org.