-
Youth Mountain Bike Program Specifically Designed for Grades 3-5
Starting in Spring 2025, The Southwest Atlanta Youth Mountain Bike Club (SWAY MTB) will be participating in Georgia Cycling Association's Trail Rangers program with the creation of our local team, Fayette County Trail Rangers. The Trail Ranger program provides a fun and safe environment for elementary-aged children to experience the joys of youth mountain biking.
The Trail Rangers Program runs from March through May.
Registration will open on January 15, 2025.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
The program emphasizes play and connect as its core theme and focuses on skill development through gameplay, making new friends, and fostering a love of the outdoors. We embrace diversity in skill level, gender, and ethnicity, welcoming students from all backgrounds—homeschoolers, first-timers, and those with special needs are encouraged to join. There are no tryouts or cuts—everyone rides in our multi-group, structured practices. If you live in Coweta, Carroll, Fayette, Southwest Fulton (Chattahoochee Hills/Palmetto), Meriwether, or Pike County, we have a program tailored to your rider.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
HELMET
With safety rating certified for mountain biking that fits your head snuggly but comfortably. The helmet should be free of dents, cracks, or defects. We recommend helmets be replaced every two years.
NUTRITION
Water bottle is mandatory! Don't forget to bring a water bottle and a snack on those hot summer days! Staying hydrated and fueled will help you stay energized and ride your best!
CLOTHING
Clothing appropriate for the weather (warm layers and a rain jacket if necessary, or light breathable clothing for when it gets hot)
BIKE
Geared mountain bike with knobby tires of at least 26-inch tires.
REPAIR GEAR
A tube that fits your tire, tire levers, and a mini pump. A quick link that fits your chain is also a good idea.
SHOES
Closed-toed athletic shoes or mountain bike specific shoes
TEAM COMMUNICATION
All team communication is handled through our TeamSnap app. Once registered with the team, the team director or head coach will send an invite through email for the application. Once the app is downloaded onto your phone, it's a one-stop location for all team communication, schedule of events, practice plans, and more.
RULES AND EXPECTATIONS: SWAY MTB Georgia Cycling League Teams
-
"Coaches are the key component for allowing SWAY MTB Club to provide mountain bike opportunities for our youth riders. As a cycling coach, you have the opportunity to be a positive influence on the lives of our riders."
BE A TRAIL RANGERS COACH
Unlike other youth sports programs, parents who want to participate and ride along with the team at practices are welcome to join the team as certified Georgia Cycling Association Coaches. A typical practice ride with the team consists of multiple groups based on ability, with each group requiring lead and sweep coaches. For more information on coaching, please see our Coaches Page or Contact Us for more details.
-
"Got questions or want to learn more about joining our youth mountain bike team? We're here to help! Feel free to reach ou!"