Overview

Join us for a weekend of mountain biking, learning and connection in wonderful Harcourt on Dja Dja Wurrung country. Immerse yourself in place and nature. 

A focused time for all things mountain biking and with like-minded people in a space for women and gender-diverse adults. Mountain bike skills coaching sessions and guided riding at La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park with our internationally certified Global Syndicate of MTB Coaches (GSMBC) who are local women experienced in teaching, riding with and fostering inclusion for women and gender-diverse adults. This is not an action-packed party weekend – this is a time to slow down, focus, develop skills and reflect on individual and shared experiences in the group setting.

Who is this for?

This retreat is for any strong beginner to Intermediate rider that is keen to progress skill, feel empowered and improve confidence. We guarantee that you will leave the retreat a more capable and confident mountain biker.

Riders need to be confident riding on green/blue mountain bike single track and/or on bike park terrain.

We endeavour to cater for individual rider levels within the group setting. It is our intention to safely progress all riders through learning that is appropriate to individual abilities – building confidence and providing the appropriate level of challenge. E-bikes welcome and encouraged!

Why La Larr Ba Gauwa MTB Park and Harcourt?

The unique terrain at La Larr Ba Gauwa Park can be challenging and contains variable terrain for strong beginners through to intermediate and advanced riders.It is the perfect setting to develop confidence riding a range of trail features: berms, rock gardens, jumps, drops, gaps jumps, rock slabs, roll downs along with steep gradients, both up and down. There are also alternative options (e.g. “B lines” or more flowy trails) if riders are not confident and ready to ride these types of features.

When

Friday 8th – Sunday 10th of August

• Check in from 5pm, go for a self-guided ride/walk or enjoy the Harcourt surrounds.
• Retreat closes at 3pm on Sunday the 10th August

Where will we stay?

• Shared accommodation at Create at Harcourt (sleeps 12: twin and triple share rooms with a combination of double and single beds). Shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. 
• We have capacity to offer a few tickets to those who are not staying on site, this might suit local riders who would like to be part in all the retreat offerings except for the overnight accommodation. 

What is Included

• 3 x 3hr tailored MTB skills sessions, facilitated by our qualified and experienced women coaches (valued at $360pp). Small group sizes (1:6 max) to maximize learning and opportunities for feedback.
• First aid and emergency response provided where needed by our Wilderness First Aid certified guides and support staff
• Basic trailside mechanical repair and support
• Morning stretches ‘Ready to Ride’
• Fully catered dinner on Saturday night by Harcourt Produce Store, 2 x lunches by Johnny Baker. Select breakfast supplies: fresh local Sourdough breads from Blumes Historic Bakery, a selection of tea, condiments, fresh fruit and snacks. All dietary requirements catered for.
• 2 nights accommodation at Create at Harcourt (All linen provided)
• Evening campfire time.
• Optional Krush bike care session
• Onsite pop up Rad Cycles and Gear  bike shop for essential supplies and equipment.
• Visit to “Dog Rocks” Liyanganyuk Banyul (Mount Alexander).
• Access to private coaching app for communication before and after retreat. Ongoing interaction and networking encouraged.

What is Not included

• Dinner on Friday night – We will be making a booking at Le Coq Door the pub across the road. If you would prefer to self cater at the accommodation this is also an option.
• We will provide a selection of freshly baked sourdough Breads and condiments for breakfasts, you must supply your own breakfast supplies if you have alternate breakfast preferences.
• Barista made coffee – A coffee order will be taken for those requiring morning caffeination, please bring cash for payment.
• Specialised riding snacks and energy bars. Some snacks and a selection of tea will be provided at the accommodation, but you will need to bring your own personal ride snacks and electrolyte replacements while on the bike.
• Bike hire
• Spare tubes, chain lube, bike servicing
• Alcoholic beverages. Feel free to BYO a nice bottle of wine or beverage of your choice to enjoy in the evenings

Cost:

$899.00 per person including GST

Maximum 15 riders *Please note the retreat requires a minimum of 8 participants to go ahead.

Cancellations:

Cancellation by Participant:  If you can’t make the retreat and need to cancel your booking within 60 days, we can offer a 50% credit to a future retreat within 2 years. If you need to cancel within 30 days there will be no refund or credit offered. You may transfer your booking to another person at any stage prior to the retreat start date at no cost.

Cancellation by Trailhead Coaching: The retreat will be cancelled if it does not meet minimum number of 8 participants. We will attempt to give 14 days’ notice and offer a transfer to an alternate retreat or a full refund. 

Trailhead Coaching reserves the right to modify, adapt or cancel the retreat without notice, due to actual or predicted adverse weather such dangers such as floods, fires, government and health requirements, or other reasons. In such cases no refunds or credits will be given.