Sprockids

Thank you coaches and riders -

we had a very successful 2026 spring session!

Hope to see you again in 2027!!

Join us in Spring 2027 for an incredible cycling program geared to 8-to-11 year old children that will build skills, confidence, and a love of cycling. The Sprockids Cycling program is an 8 week program designed to build skills in riding, safety, etiquette, and simple bicycle maintenance. Your child will learn the finer points of riding and handling his or her mountain bike. Each Sprockid will ride trails, climb and descend hills, learn to jump over bumps, and ride an obstacle course. Kids will be grouped to ride with other kids of similar skills, abilities, and bicycle size.

COST

$300 ($257 + $43 ABA youth membership) - Spring Program

Includes:

  • 2027 Juventus Cycling Club Membership

  • 8 weeks of adventure and cycling happiness

  • A Juventus T shirt

  • Alberta Bicycle Association Insurance

Program Dates & Location:

  • Saturdays - 9:30 AM - Noon

    • May 1st, 8th - Argyll Clubhouse 6850 88 street

    • May 15th, 22nd, 29th - Bison Lodge parking lot (Scona Road)

    • June 5th, 12th - TBD

    • June 19th - Argyll Clubhouse 6850 88 street

  • Weather events may necessitate the cancellation of a Saturday session. Juventus CC’s commitment to the prevention of trail or field damage, and the general comfort of the group will be considered.

    3 Tuesdays (6 - 8 pm) will be set aside as possible make up sessions for any cancellations.

    • May 11th, May 25th, June 08th

Program Benefits

  • Learn-to-cycle program geared to children ages 8 to 11

  • We teach cycling skills, safety, etiquette, riding skill, and simple bicycle maintenance.

  • We encourage life skills with goal setting, problem-solving and decision-making.

  • Coaches promote positive values, respect for others, empathy, appreciation and responsibility for the environment.

  • Our coaches are NCCP / PMBIA trained

Coaches

  • The total number of Sprockid registrations is determined by coach/rider ratios.

FAQs about the Sprockids Program

  • AGE REQUIREMENTS - Sprockids must be a minimum of 8 as of December 31, 2027. No exceptions.

  • WEATHER - trail and grass damage as well as rider comfort is considered when an outdoor session is cancelled.

  • SIGN-UP PROCEDURE - general registration opens February 15th 2027.

  • ABILITY - we will be creating a number of groups based on riding ability, age, and where possible a mix of genders.

  • EQUIPMENT: your child must have a multi-speed mountain bike with working brakes. Your child must be physically able to change gears and work the front and rear brakes. Every bike must have a bell. A certified properly fitted helmet is required.

    1. The helmet should fit the head snugly, but comfortably. Use the padding provided to perfect the fit.

    2. The helmet should be level, and low on the forehead.

    3. If the helmet has an inner adjustment dial, use it to snug the helmet. Keep the inner support under the bulge on the back of head.

    4. Adjust the nape strap (from the back of helmet forward to the ear) so the buckle sits just below the ear, on the jaw hinge.

    5. Adjust the front strap to meet the buckle location of the nape strap. The helmet remains level.

    6. Adjust the chin strap. The mouth should be able to open. The buckle should be under the chin.

    7. Once the helmet is adjusted, you may need to trim the chin strap. You can use a match flame to seal the raw cut.

  • Also recommended are bicycling gloves and a SMALL backpack that contains water, snack, and a cold/wet weather jacket.

Parent Assistants Needed!

We are looking for parents to have a turn riding along with the group as a Parent Assistant to the coach. We limit each group to 1-2 Parent Assistant per group per ride.  Please indicate your interest to be a Parent Assistant on the Sprockids sign-up form. Note that depending on groupings and numbers of parents interested in assisting, not all interested parents may be able to assist.