Ride Club is for beginner-intermediate women mountain bikers who want to ride regularly in a supported trail ride, and continue to develop skills along the way.
Have you done a Foundational Skills Series and want to keep progressing your riding, or at least maintaining those skills?
Do you want to ride with others that are at the same/similar skill level and not worry that you’re holding others back?
Do you want to build your confidence and skills and get familiar with Stromlo trails?
Do you want to keep your momentum and need some motivation?
Do you want to be part of a friendly, supportive, female mtb community?
Do you want to get familiar with and learn to ride the trails at Stromlo?
Do you want to meet some other women to ride with?
This will be perfect for you!
Who this isn’t for:
-Beginners who have never done a skills clinic
-Riders who don’t want to progress any skills
-Riders who are already comfortable with the skills they have and aren’t looking to improve
-Riders who want a high intensity work out
-Strong intermediate or advanced riders who want to be challenged
-Riders who are focussed on air skills
-Riders who don’t want to ride up hills
This program runs from September 1st through to November 30th, with 6 main rides. We aim to space rides out to approximately fortnightly, however sometimes rides can be on consecutive weeks depending on long weekends and/or availability of trails at Stromlo.
What’s included:
-6x coached sessions for the season (1hr 45min each), total of approximately 10hrs face to face coaching.
-These are ‘no drop’ rides, and we always wait for the slowest rider, however we encourage riders to join the correct ability and fitness level to avoid large differences in rider ability/fitness.
-If you can’t make all the dates listed, join another session that is at your level/ability or join one of our 4 makeup sessions
-Weekly skills focus into your email inbox each Friday, with a video and description to practise at home.
-A closed Facebook group to share photos, wins and to organise rides outside of Ride Club.
-After rides, participants are welcome and encouraged to stay and chat at the Handlebar Cafe, which operates on weekends and on Friday afternoons.
-Included in Ride Club is a Bike Tech Night- Maintenance and Trailside Repairs
-An organised social dinner (dinner not included) at a local pub-style restaurant/cafe.
-Support to attend and race or ride at Sea Otter festival in Batemans Bay on 24/25 October (entry and race fees not included).
*Maximum 1:8 coach to participant ratio for experienced Level 2 coaches.
*Maximum 1:6 coach to participant ratio for all other coaches.
*Please note, groups must have a minimum of four to run. At times we may need to cancel/reorganise groups to meet minimum numbers. We will be in touch if this is the case.
*If you’re not sure what group/level you should choose, please email us at info@dirtmaidens.com.au
Beginner/strong beginner
Suitable for: Riders who have completed a Foundational Skills Series or have done an equivalent amount of coaching with another provider.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Strong beginner/low intermediate
Suitable for: Riders who are confident on green trails, progressing to blue trails. Riders who are new to Dirt Maidens and have some solid mtb experience. Riders must have done foundational skills coaching with a qualified coach.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Low intermediate/intermediate
Suitable for: Riders with 12months experience or more, moderate level of fitness (or e-bike), can confidently ride at trail speed all green trails and most blue trails, comfortable to attempt most sections of blue trails (both climbing and descending). Riders must have done foundational skills coaching with a qualified coach OR have 2+years of solid mountain biking experience on blue trails.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15pm
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Makeup Ride Dates
1) Wednesday 14th October 5:00-6:30pm (all abilities ride)
2) Wednesday 11th November 5:30-7:15pm (all abilities ride)
3) Friday 27th November 9:30-11:15am (all abilities ride)
4) Sunday 29th November 9:00-10:45am (all abilities ride)
Ride weekend dates are scheduled around long weekends, trail closures at Stromlo Forest Park due to events, and other key events, including:
September 27 2026 AMB100
October Long Weekend
October 24-25 2026 Sea Otter (Bateman’s Bay)
November 14-15 2026 Stromlo Running Festival
FAQs
What if I can’t make some of the dates/times listed?
No problem! We have make-up sessions available or you can join an extra session on a weekend as a makeup ride if space permits. Unfortunately rides cannot be carried over to the next season.
What if I’m sick or can’t make it at short notice?
Unfortunately we cannot offer a makeup ride for short notice cancellation (i.e. less than 48hrs). We have coach:rider ratios so we finalise groups and coaches a few days out.
What if I want to do extra rides?
Great! Additional rides are available where there is space and you can join these at a cost of $35. Bookings for these are on our Members page, under ‘skills plus social ride’.
What if I can’t make a Foundational Skills Series prior to the start of the Ride Club season?
No problem. If you’re keen, we can get you up to speed with a 2hr private session (see here for details).
Ride Club is for beginner-intermediate women mountain bikers who want to ride regularly in a supported trail ride, and continue to develop skills along the way.
Have you done a Foundational Skills Series and want to keep progressing your riding, or at least maintaining those skills?
Do you want to ride with others that are at the same/similar skill level and not worry that you’re holding others back?
Do you want to build your confidence and skills and get familiar with Stromlo trails?
Do you want to keep your momentum and need some motivation?
Do you want to be part of a friendly, supportive, female mtb community?
Do you want to get familiar with and learn to ride the trails at Stromlo?
Do you want to meet some other women to ride with?
This will be perfect for you!
Who this isn’t for:
-Beginners who have never done a skills clinic
-Riders who don’t want to progress any skills
-Riders who are already comfortable with the skills they have and aren’t looking to improve
-Riders who want a high intensity work out
-Strong intermediate or advanced riders who want to be challenged
-Riders who are focussed on air skills
-Riders who don’t want to ride up hills
This program runs from September 1st through to November 30th, with 6 main rides. We aim to space rides out to approximately fortnightly, however sometimes rides can be on consecutive weeks depending on long weekends and/or availability of trails at Stromlo.
What’s included:
-6x coached sessions for the season (1hr 45min each), total of approximately 10hrs face to face coaching.
-These are ‘no drop’ rides, and we always wait for the slowest rider, however we encourage riders to join the correct ability and fitness level to avoid large differences in rider ability/fitness.
-If you can’t make all the dates listed, join another session that is at your level/ability or join one of our 4 makeup sessions
-Weekly skills focus into your email inbox each Friday, with a video and description to practise at home.
-A closed Facebook group to share photos, wins and to organise rides outside of Ride Club.
-After rides, participants are welcome and encouraged to stay and chat at the Handlebar Cafe, which operates on weekends and on Friday afternoons.
-Included in Ride Club is a Bike Tech Night- Maintenance and Trailside Repairs
-An organised social dinner (dinner not included) at a local pub-style restaurant/cafe.
-Support to attend and race or ride at Sea Otter festival in Batemans Bay on 24/25 October (entry and race fees not included).
*Maximum 1:8 coach to participant ratio for experienced Level 2 coaches.
*Maximum 1:6 coach to participant ratio for all other coaches.
*Please note, groups must have a minimum of four to run. At times we may need to cancel/reorganise groups to meet minimum numbers. We will be in touch if this is the case.
*If you’re not sure what group/level you should choose, please email us at info@dirtmaidens.com.au
Beginner/strong beginner
Suitable for: Riders who have completed a Foundational Skills Series or have done an equivalent amount of coaching with another provider.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Strong beginner/low intermediate
Suitable for: Riders who are confident on green trails, progressing to blue trails. Riders who are new to Dirt Maidens and have some solid mtb experience. Riders must have done foundational skills coaching with a qualified coach.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Low intermediate/intermediate
Suitable for: Riders with 12months experience or more, moderate level of fitness (or e-bike), can confidently ride at trail speed all green trails and most blue trails, comfortable to attempt most sections of blue trails (both climbing and descending). Riders must have done foundational skills coaching with a qualified coach OR have 2+years of solid mountain biking experience on blue trails.
Sundays 8:30-10:15am
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Sundays 10:30-12.15pm
(September 6th, 20th, October 11th, 18th, November 1st)
(Sunday 15th November 4pm-5:45pm)
Fridays 9:30-11:15am
(September 11th, 25th, October 16th, 30th, November 6th, 20th)
Makeup Ride Dates
1) Wednesday 14th October 5:00-6:30pm (all abilities ride)
2) Wednesday 11th November 5:30-7:15pm (all abilities ride)
3) Friday 27th November 9:30-11:15am (all abilities ride)
4) Sunday 29th November 9:00-10:45am (all abilities ride)
Ride weekend dates are scheduled around long weekends, trail closures at Stromlo Forest Park due to events, and other key events, including:
September 27 2026 AMB100
October Long Weekend
October 24-25 2026 Sea Otter (Bateman’s Bay)
November 14-15 2026 Stromlo Running Festival
FAQs
What if I can’t make some of the dates/times listed?
No problem! We have make-up sessions available or you can join an extra session on a weekend as a makeup ride if space permits. Unfortunately rides cannot be carried over to the next season.
What if I’m sick or can’t make it at short notice?
Unfortunately we cannot offer a makeup ride for short notice cancellation (i.e. less than 48hrs). We have coach:rider ratios so we finalise groups and coaches a few days out.
What if I want to do extra rides?
Great! Additional rides are available where there is space and you can join these at a cost of $35. Bookings for these are on our Members page, under ‘skills plus social ride’.
What if I can’t make a Foundational Skills Series prior to the start of the Ride Club season?
No problem. If you’re keen, we can get you up to speed with a 2hr private session (see here for details).
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