Summer Lesson and Guiding FAQs and Booking Terms

There are two Futures programs running through the 2026 summer season:

• Futures Skate - Group lessons for ages 6–12 at Rhythm Hirafu Skate Park. Three time slots every Saturday from 20 June to 27 September.

• Futures MTB - Cycling and bike sessions for ages 3–14 at Rhythm Hirafu. Three program groups run every Sunday from 21 June to 27 September.

MTB runs across three groups based on age and ability:

• Mini Futures Strider (ages 3–5) - 8:30–10:00am

• Mini Futures Pedal Bike (ages 3–5) - 10:30am–12:00pm

• Futures MTB (ages 6–14) - 1:30–4:30pm

• Futures Skate (Group Lesson): ages 6–12

• Mini Futures Strider and Pedal Bike: ages 3–5

• Futures MTB: ages 6–14

Both programs welcome beginners through to intermediate riders and skaters. Participants are grouped with others of the same or similar ability - children of significantly different levels are not placed in the same group. This ensures every child receives coaching appropriate to where they are in their progression.

To ensure every participant gets the most from their session, groups must be made up of riders or skaters of the same or similar ability level. If you're unsure which group is right for your child, contact our team before booking.

Each program offers three options:

Drop-in - available on the day, walk-in only. No advance booking is required or accepted for drop-in. Subject to remaining spots in the class.

8-Session Pass - our recommended option for families who plan to attend regularly. Gives you 8 pre-booked sessions at a reduced per-session rate. Sessions are booked individually through iClassPro and must be reserved by 1:00pm the day before each session.

Season Pass - grants access to one session per week in a fixed time slot for the full season. Our best-value option per session, with limited spots available per class. Every Season Pass holder also receives a complimentary 1-hour group lesson in the other Futures discipline - a Skate Season Pass includes a free MTB lesson, and an MTB Season Pass includes a free skate lesson.

Season Passes and 8-Session Passes are purchased through our website and session booking is managed through iClassPro. Once purchased, Season Pass holders are assigned a fixed weekly time slot. 8-Session Pass holders log in to iClassPro to book individual sessions as they wish throughout the season.

Drop-in guests do not need to book in advance - simply arrive at the desk at least 15 minutes before the session start time and our team will confirm availability.

Sessions must be booked in iClassPro by 1:00pm the day before. Bookings cannot be made after this time.

Yes, if you're paying the drop-in rate. Drop-in spots are available on the day subject to remaining capacity in each session. Arriving at least 15 minutes before the start time gives you the best chance of securing a spot. If a class is full, our team can help you purchase an 8-Session Pass and book into a future session.

8-Session Pass and Season Pass holders who have pre-booked their session are guaranteed a spot. Drop-in is subject to availability on the day and cannot be reserved in advance.

Class sizes are kept intentionally small:

• Futures Skate: maximum 6 per group (2 instructors per group)

• Mini Futures Strider and Pedal Bike: maximum 4 per coach

• Futures MTB: maximum 6 per coach

Yes. To maintain class quality and ensure availability for 8-Session Pass and drop-in guests, Season Passes are capped per class. Once a class reaches its cap, Season Passes will no longer be available for that program. We recommend purchasing early if you're planning to commit to the full season.

Your Season Pass gives your child a guaranteed spot in one session per week at a fixed time slot, chosen at the time of purchase. Sessions run every Saturday (Skate) or Sunday (MTB) for the full season - no need to book individual sessions.

The Season Pass covers the full season of the selected programme:

• Futures Skate: 15 sessions (Saturday 20 June – Saturday 27 September)

• Futures MTB: 15 sessions (Sunday 21 June – Sunday 27 September)

Missed sessions are not transferable, credited, or refunded unless the session is cancelled by Rhythm Rides. The Season Pass reserves your child's spot each week - if you can't make it, the spot simply isn't used that week.

Every Season Pass holder receives one complimentary 1-hour group lesson in the other Futures discipline. Book this directly with our Guest Services team. The lesson is valid within the current season and must be used by 27 September 2026.

Once purchased on our website, you log in to iClassPro and book your sessions individually as and when suits you throughout the season. Sessions must be booked by 1:00pm the day before. You can spread your 8 sessions across the season as you wish, within the program's operating dates.

The 8-Session Pass is valid within the current season only. Unused sessions do not carry over to the following season.

Yes. A helmet is mandatory for all Futures programs - both Skate and MTB. Participants without a helmet will not be permitted to join the session.

• Helmet (mandatory)

• Comfortable clothing appropriate for sport

• Sneakers with a flat sole

• Hat, water, and sunscreen

A rental skateboard and safety equipment (pads) are included in your session - no need to bring your own unless preferred.

• Helmet (mandatory)

• Comfortable clothing - long-sleeved shirt and pants recommended

• Sneakers with a flat sole

• Hat, water, and sunscreen

• Your own bike (bikes are not included in the program)

Bike rental and purchase is available at a 20% discount for Futures participants - contact our team to arrange this ahead of your session. A lift pass may be required for some sessions; this is not included in the program price.

Bikes are not included. Participants are required to bring their own bike. If you need to rent one, Futures participants receive a 20% discount on bike rental or purchase through Rhythm. Get in touch with our team to arrange this before your first session.

Cancellations made before 3:00pm the day before the session will receive a credit toward a future session. Cancellations after 3:00pm the day before are non-refundable.

Drop-in payments are non-refundable once made.

Skate: Our skate sessions can run in all weather conditions thanks to our indoor facilities. 

MTB: Trail conditions are assessed by our lead guides before each session. If a session cannot safely proceed, you will be notified as early as possible and a full refund or alternative session offered where possible.

If a session is cancelled by Rhythm Rides for any reason - including weather, instructor unavailability, or other operational circumstances - you will receive a full refund or, where possible, an alternative session will be offered.

1.1 Participation is subject to the following age requirements:

• Futures Skate Group Lesson: ages 6–12

• Futures Skate Private Lesson: ages 6 and over

• Mini Futures Strider and Pedal Bike: ages 3–5

• Futures MTB: ages 6–14

1.2 All participants within a group must be of the same or similar ability level. Rhythm Rides reserves the right to reassign participants to a more appropriate group, or to decline enrollment, where ability levels are assessed as incompatible with the group.

2.1 All bookings are subject to availability at the time of purchase.

2.2 Season Passes and 8-Session Passes are purchased and managed through iClassPro. Payment is required in full at the time of booking.

2.3 Drop-in sessions are available on the day only, subject to remaining class capacity. No advance booking is accepted for the drop-in rate.

2.4 Individual session bookings under the 8-Session Pass must be made through iClassPro by 1:00pm the day prior to the session. Late bookings will not be accepted.

2.5 Rhythm Rides reserves the right to refuse a booking where eligibility requirements are not met.

3.1 The Season Pass grants access to one session per week in a nominated, fixed time slot confirmed at the time of purchase.

3.2 Season Pass availability is capped per class. Once the cap is reached, Season Passes will be marked as sold out and will not be available for that program.

3.3 The Season Pass is valid for the current season only:

• Futures Skate: 20 June – 27 September 2026

• Futures MTB: 21 June – 27 September 2026

3.4 Missed sessions are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date or participant.

3.5 Season Pass holders receive one complimentary 1-hour group lesson in the other Futures discipline, subject to the terms in Section 8.

4.1 The 8-Session Pass entitles the holder to 8 pre-booked sessions at the nominated program.

4.2 Sessions must be individually booked via iClassPro by 1:00pm the day prior. Failure to book by this deadline forfeits the session for that day; the session credit remains on the pass.

4.3 The pass is valid for the current season only. Unused sessions do not carry over to a subsequent season and hold no cash value.

4.4 The pass is non-transferable between programs or between participants.

5.1 Drop-in sessions are available on the day only, subject to remaining class capacity.

5.2 Drop-in guests must arrive at least 15 minutes before the session start time.

5.3 Drop-in payments are non-refundable once made, unless the session is cancelled by Rhythm Rides.

6.1 Cancellations made before 3:00pm the day prior to the session will receive a session credit. No refund or credit will be issued for cancellations after this time.

6.3 The drop-in rate is non-refundable in all circumstances except where the session is cancelled by Rhythm Rides.

6.4 If Rhythm Rides cancels a session - due to weather, instructor unavailability, or other operational circumstances - participants will receive a full refund. Where operationally possible, an alternative session date will be offered.

6.5 Refunds are processed via the original payment method within 7 business days.

7.1 Skate: Lessons run in all weather conditions where indoor facilities are available.

7.2 MTB: Trail conditions are assessed by Rhythm Rides lead guides prior to each session. If conditions are deemed unsafe, the session will be cancelled and participants notified as early as possible. A full refund will be issued, or an alternative session offered where possible.

7.3 No refund or credit is issued for participants who choose not to attend a session that proceeds as planned.

8.1 Season Pass holders receive one complimentary 1-hour group lesson in the other Futures discipline (Skate Season Pass → MTB lesson; MTB Season Pass → Skate lesson).

8.2 The complimentary lesson must be booked directly with Rhythm Rides Guest Services and redeemed by 27 September 2026.

8.3 One complimentary lesson is issued per Season Pass. It is non-transferable to another person and holds no cash value.

9.1 A helmet is mandatory for all Futures programs. Participants arriving without a helmet will not be permitted to join the session. No refund will be issued in this circumstance.

9.2 Skate: A rental skateboard and protective pads are included in all Skate sessions. Participants may use their own equipment if preferred.

9.3 MTB: Participants are required to bring their own bike. Bike rental and purchase is available through Rhythm at a 20% discount for Futures participants. A lift pass may be required for certain sessions; this is not included in the program price and is the responsibility of the participant.

9.4 Rhythm Rides reserves the right to exclude any participant whose conduct or behaviour poses a safety risk to themselves or others. No refund will be issued in this circumstance.

10.1 Rhythm Rides and its coaches may photograph or film participants during sessions for use in promotional, social media, or editorial materials. Enrollment in a Futures program constitutes consent to this use on behalf of the participant's parent or guardian.

10.2 If you do not wish your child to be photographed or filmed, please notify Rhythm Rides in writing at the time of booking.

11.1 Participation in Futures programs involves physical activity and carries inherent risk of injury. Rhythm Rides takes all reasonable precautions to ensure participant safety.

11.2 Rhythm Rides is not liable for injuries sustained as a result of normal participation in program activities, or for the loss or damage of personal equipment brought to sessions.

11.3 Participants and their parent or guardian accept these risks upon enrollment in the program.