Futures Mountain Biking Program

Immerse your child in our Futures summer cycling program. Get 10 sessions on the trails, passionate coaches, skill development, and group bonding activities all summer long.

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Things to know

All ability levels / ages 6+

10 sessions, all summer long

Ages 6 - 12 years old (parents of 13 - 14 year olds should email if interested in their child joining)

Work on various skills 

WHAT TO BRING

Comfortable clothing appropriate for sports. Ie: long sleeve shirt, helmet (mandatory), gloves (optional)

Sneakers with a flat sole

Hat, water & sunscreen, bike helmet (mandatory)

Your bike (bike rentals not included) Bike rental or purchase available at 20% discount
 

Grand Hirafu lift pass (not included)

Spare tube (correct size for your bike)

Make sure to bring a backpack with all the extra bits like a water bottle, rain jacket, spare tube and snacks and drinks!

SESSION SCHEDULE

  • Time: 9:45 am Meet | 10:00 am Start | 12:45 pm Finish

  • Duration: 3 hours

Dates: July 21 & 28, August 4, 11 & 18, September 15

  • Time: 4:00 pm Meet | 4:15 pm Start | 6:15 pm Finish

  • Duration: 2 hours

Dates: July 14, August 25, September 1 & 8

Morning Sessions (6 sessions)
  • Time: 9:45 am Meet | 10:00 am Start | 12:45 pm Finish

  • Duration: 3 hours

Dates: July 21 & 28, August 4, 11 & 18, September 15

After School Sessions (4 Sessions)
  • Time: 4:00 pm Meet | 4:15 pm Start | 6:15 pm Finish

  • Duration: 2 hours

Dates: July 14, August 25, September 1 & 8

Program Weekly Overview



The schedule provided is a guideline only; the final training locations will be communicated weekly and will be dependent on a variety of factors including the ability level and progression of the group, as well as trail & weather conditions.

Session

Date

Time

Beginner Groups

Intermediate Groups

Welcome Session

July 7th

4:00pm - 6:15pm

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

No lift ticket req

Join us at the Rhythm Base for our free welcome session where you'll:

  • Meet your coach and fellow riders

  • Participate in fun cycling games

  • Have your bike checked by our expert mechanics

  • Get familiar with the program structure

  • Enjoy welcome refreshments

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

No lift ticket req

Session 1

14th July

4:00 pm Meet

4:15 pm Start

6:15 pm Finish

Meet: Kutchan Bridge Shiribetsu River Park + Potato field River Park

No lift ticket req

Meet: Kutchan Bridge Shiribetsu River Park + Potato field River Park

No lift ticket req

Session 2

21 July

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Hirafu Skills Park

No lift ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Skills Park

Lift ticket req

Session 3

28 July

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Namba Park - reen trails

No lift ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Namba Park - Green/Blue trails

No lift ticket req

Session 4

4 August

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Namba Park - Green trails

No lift ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Green trail

Lift Ticket req

Session 5

11 August

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Namba Park - Green trails

No lift ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Session 6

18 August

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Namba Park - green trails

No lift ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Session 7

25 August

4:00 pm Meet

4:15 pm Start

6:15 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Hirafu Bike Park - Green trail

Lift Ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Session 8

1 Sep

4:00 pm Meet

4:15 pm Start

6:15 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Hirafu Bike Park - Green trail

Lift Ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Session 9

8 Sep

4:00 pm Meet

4:15 pm Start

6:15 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Hirafu Bike Park - Green trail

Lift Ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Session 10

15 Sep

9:45 am Meet

10:00 am Start
12:45 pm Finish

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu

Hirafu Bike Park - Green trail

Lift Ticket req

Meet : Rhythm Hirafu 

Hirafu Bike Park - Blue/Green trails

Lift Ticket req

Safety First

At Futures, safety is our top priority. All participants must wear helmets, and our team maintains the highest safety standards throughout all sessions. We recommend long sleeves and gloves for additional protection on the trails.

Skill Levels & Groups

We offer specialised coaching for different ability levels:

  • Beginners: Perfect for young riders new to mountain biking or those building foundational skills

  • Intermediates: For riders with basic skills ready to progress

Training Locations

Our carefully selected trail locations provide the perfect environment for skill development. Training locations in the early weeks of the program when we are building essential skills will be scheduled at locations outside of the bike park. 

Once basic skills are developed to ensure safe use of the park; the groups will use the NAMBA free trails & Grand Hirafu bike park for the sessions.

Please see the program overview for a weekly overview of training locations.

Training Goals

By the end of the program all riders should have developed basic mountain bike skills, including:

  • Basic stance - mobility & basic body position

  • Propulsion & breaking skills

  • Imbalance management 

  • Making turns with a variety of techniques

  • Crossing obstacles

  • Basic air 

  • Absorption skills

Where we'll meet

We will meet you at the Rhythm Hirafu store. 

EXCLUSIONS & CANCELLATION POLICY

Operates from 14/07/2025 - 15/09/2025

It is not possible for riders of varying abilities to learn together.

Cancellation can be made up to 7 days prior, a full refund will be provided for any reason. Please review our T&C’s and FAQs for full information before booking.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program is designed for young riders aged 6-12 years. Participants must bring their own bike and helmet (mandatory). Bike rentals are not included in the program cost but can be arranged separately through Rhythm Japan 24 hours before the program date with a 20% discount. It is recommended that parents purchase a bike for children participating in the program.

The program includes 10 training sessions plus a free welcome session. Sessions run from July 14th to September 15th, with 4 after-school sessions (4:00-6:15pm) and 6 morning sessions (9:45am-12:45pm). All sessions are held on Mondays.

We offer coaching for both beginners (new to mountain biking) and intermediate riders. Early sessions focus on foundational skills at locations like Kutchan Bridge and Shiribetsu River Park. As skills develop, groups progress to NAMBA free trails and Grand Hirafu bike park (lift tickets required for some sessions).

The program is offered at a fixed seasonal price regardless of attendance. Refunds are only available if Rhythm Futures cancels a session or for season-ending injuries (medical certificate required). Additional costs may include Grand Hirafu lift tickets for certain sessions and insurance (not included).

Yes! Rhythm rentals are offered with a 20% discount for all children enrolled in the Futures summer program for any of the training days, with the following T&Cs:

  • Rentals can only be booked 24 hours prior to the training session via the Rides team

  • Availability not guaranteed 

  • All rentals include helmets


Please note: there is no guarantee a bike rental will be available, and Futures program refunds or reschedules will not be provided due to missed lessons if rental equipment unavailable.

We highly recommend that all program participants purchase their own bikes for participation in the program.

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