Our workshops

Wheel Woman runs a variety of workshops to suit all abilities - we can't wait to welcome you along to one of our workshops and ride with you!

Please check the descriptions below and let us know which workshop interests you. We will then send you detailed information on the workshop. If you are not sure which workshop will suit you please email or call us and we can discuss your options.

As there are limited spaces on each course, full payment prior is required to secure your place.

PRIVATE OR FRIENDS GROUP COACHING

We also offer private coaching or if you want to get a group together, we can run a special workshop to suit your abilities and timeframe.

For those of you who are REAL BEGINNERS TO THE OFF ROAD BIKING, we can run an ‘Introductory to Mountain Biking’ at Rabbit Island, let us know if this interests you!

 Sunday 24th January 2021

A full day of coaching and an amazing opportunity for progression with something for everyone.

Workshops on offer

* Advanced cornering
* Jumps and drops
* Trailside maintenance and bike set up
* Womens specific ‘FUN’dations and Flow
* Krankin Kids taster sessions

All workshops will be 2 hours long and timetabled in a way so that if you want to take part in two or more you will be able to. The Kaiteriteri trails have something for everyone and are an excellent coaching facility. There will be approx. an hour between workshops to re fuel or cool off in the ocean! Each workshop is $70pp OR three workshops for $200. Krankin kids taster sessions $50pp.

Coaches

We’ve got some incredibly talented riders in Nelson and have managed to wrangle a couple of them as guest coaches for the day! We will have EWS racer Rae Morrison, Santa Cruz Ambassador Jamie Nicoll and long time adventurer Damian Stones. As well as founder of Wheel Woman PMBIA and NZOIA accredited coach Emma Bawtree and local rider, womens MTB advocate and PMBIA accredited coach Alice Baker, to round things out and keep everything rolling

Timetable of events:

TBC

Advanced Cornering:

Progressing your technique on berms before hitting more natural, steep tech terrain and putting your skills into practise.

Jumps and Drops:

Air time is fun times! And the best way to enjoy it is with the confidence that you’ve got your technique dialled! Whether your just starting on your air time journey or want to check in and and tweak your technique, this workshop is for you.

FUNdations:

A beginners workshop for women looking to learn the basic mountain biking skills required on single tracks.

FLOW:

Extend your single track mountain biking skills and confidence. A workshop for women with experience looking to take it to the next level. Learn techniques to help you feel comfortable on steeper/rough terrain. for riders who have previously attended a Wheel Woman course or have the experience and skills to ride grade 3 trails.

Krankin Kids taster:

Got a mini shredder who is keen for more time on their MTB? Not sure if Krankin Kids is right for them? This is the perfect taster session for them to ride with other kids and get some awesome coaching from one of our regular term time coaches!

Bike set up and trailside maintenance:

Such a huge part on riding your bike is getting it set up to start with, then being able to fix it if something goes wrong when your far from home. These workshops are aimed at getting your bike dialled in specifically to you and teach you the basics of trailside maintenance. You will need to bring along your own trailside toolkit.

BOOK YOUR PLACE

Hit the contact us link at the bottom of this page and get in touch!

Old Ghost Road April 2021 (dates TBC)

Heaphy Track September 2021 (Dates TBC)

So what do we mean supported?

Are you keen on riding the Heaphy Track or Old Ghost Road? Not sure where to start in the planning, preparations or executing the ride itself? We are here to help you achieve your goals and hopefully help reduce stress and make your trips more enjoyable!

We will provide MTB skills preparation, bike set up, hut bookings and travel to and from Nelson. We will be there every step (pedal) of the way including supporting you on route. Your support crew will be PHEC first aid trained and have sound mechanical knowledge should you need a hand. (You will be carrying your own gear).

Support Crew

We’ve got some awesome ladies in Nelson who are stoked on missions and empowering other women to get into the outdoors.

Emma Bawtree

Alice Baker

more TBC

BOOK YOUR PLACE

Hit the contact us link at the bottom of this page and get in touch!

 NOVEMBER 26th - 27th 2021

Join us in the top of the south for weekend of... mostly bikes but also skills, fun, delicious food and relaxation.

Weekend includes:

* two nights accommodation at the beautiful Kimi Ora Resort
* one MTB coaching workshop of your choice
* group ride outs, bike set up
* use of hot pools and spa
* dinners and breakfasts provided
$670pp

Accommodation:

We will be hosting you at the beautiful Kimi Ora Eco Lodge which is located conveniently next to Kaiteriteri MTB Park. Accommodation is well appointed shared apartment/ studio style, with access to the onsite spa and pools.

Food:

Dinner and breakfasts will be provided for the weekend. You should bring your own snacks and lunches or money for lunch. Alcoholic drinks are BYO or can be purchased from Kimi Ora.

Skills Workshops:

You can choose one of two MTB skills workshops for Saturday morning depending on your skill level and what you want to achieve.

FUNdations:

A beginners workshop for women looking to learn the basic mountain biking skills required on single tracks.

FLOW:

Extend your single track mountain biking skills and confidence. A workshop for women with experience looking to take it to the next level. Learn techniques to help you feel comfortable on steeper/rough terrain. for riders who have previously attended a Wheel Woman course or have the experience and skills to ride grade 3 trails.

Extras:

Transfers:

From Nelson to Kaiteriteri are self driven. We can arrange transport so let us know in advance if you will need this so we can price accordingly.

Massages:

Massages at Kimi Ora can be arranged for Saturday afternoon/ evening. These need to be booked and paid for in advance of the weekend. We can help you book.

Book a Workshop

Please email emma@wheelwoman.co.nz if you are interested in a workshop.

There are limited spaces on each workshop.

Let us know which workshop interests you and we will then send you detailed information on the workshop. If you are not sure which workshop will suit you, please email or call us and we can discuss.

PRIVATE OR FRIENDS GROUP COACHING. We also offer private coaching, or if you want to get a group together we can run a special workshop to suit your abilities and timeframe.