BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sweet Skills - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sweetskills.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sweet Skills REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240407T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240407T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240210T171429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T011746Z UID:7643-1712498400-1712509200@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:E- Bike Intermediate Tech Clinic DESCRIPTION:If you have an ebike – you know how fun it is! Join the Sweet Skills electric crew for this exciting new clinic. Are you struggling to navigate the technical ups and want learn all the optimal settings to propel yourself safely? Join us for a thrilling ride as we get into the fun of mastering the ebike! \nLearn how to transfer your ‘acoustic’ skills to your ebike and re-learn how to use your brakes effectively\, navigate uphill switchbacks and use acceleration to your advantage  – all skills that are unique to the Ebike. Gain some more confidence and get more joy out of your ride! \nRiders must have their own E-mountain bike. \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int-IntAdv  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/e-bike-intermediate-tech-clinic/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ebike2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240502T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240204T205030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T133837Z UID:1635-1712854800-1714680000@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Intermediate Progression Series #1 - Pemberton DESCRIPTION:Improve your fitness and skills just in time for summer with this 4 week progressive clinic.  Enjoy Pemberton’s great early season riding conditions with tacky trails\, fun features\, and amazing views.  Our all-star team of Sweet Skills female coaches will get you pumped for biking and the season to come! \nEvery week will focus on a new skill.  This will be a mix of learning/practicing skills and maneuvers in off trail open areas\, as well as on trail sessioning/riding.  Each session builds on what you’ve learned from week to week and explores new zones and trails. Between sessions\, we’ll assign you some fun ‘trail homework’ to help with cardio and skill development. Expand your trail network\, boost your confidence\, and meet more people to ride with! \nThis clinic is for the Intermediate rider.  You should be comfortable riding most everything on an easy blue singletrack and are working on the challenges on the harder blue trails.  Trail choices for this intermediate group will depend on the riders in the group\, but in general we’ll head to trails like: 1 Mile Dog/Pickle\, Dark Forest (rock lines)\, Radio Tower\, Hawaii\, Econoline\, Bob Gnarly\, No Err\, etc \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$350 +gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/intermediate-progression-series-pemberton/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BikeNicole-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240502T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240213T164409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T133740Z UID:2693-1712854800-1714680000@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:IntAdv Progression Series #1 - Pemberton DESCRIPTION:Improve your fitness and skills just in time for summer with this 4 week progressive clinic.  Enjoy Pemberton’s great early season riding conditions with tacky trails\, fun features\, and amazing views.  Our all-star team of Sweet Skills female coaches will get you pumped for biking and the season to come! \nEvery week will focus on a new skill.  This will be a mix of learning/practicing skills and maneuvers on and off trails as well as a lot of sessioning/riding.  Each session builds on what you’ve learned from week to week and explores new zones and trails. Between sessions\, we’ll assign you some fun ‘trail homework’ to help with cardio and skill development. \nExpand your trail network\, boost your confidence\, and meet more people to ride with! \nThis clinic is for the Int/Advanced rider.  You should be comfortable riding all blue trails and have started to ride some black trails in Pemberton\, and are wanting to work on the harder features on the black trails. Trail choices will depend on the group\, but in general the IntAdvanced group will head to trails such as: No Err\, Blood Sweat Fear\, Mission\, Bob Gnarly\, MooseJah\, Pioneer\, etc \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: IntAdv  Fitness Level 4+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$350 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/intadv-progression-series-pemberton/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/womens-advanced.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T150000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240210T050214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T033118Z UID:7635-1712998800-1713020400@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Enduro Racing Clinic with Flo Espineira DESCRIPTION:Grab this incredible opportunity to spend the day with Flo Espineira\, the Women’s E-EDR World Champion and enduro racing powerhouse! Flo is not only extremely talented but also kind-hearted\, humble and is excited to share their wealth of knowledge with you as she supports you towards realizing your full potential on the bike. \nThis full-day clinic for advanced riders is designed to maximize your learning experience\, featuring a perfect blend of skills coaching\, racing strategies\, and timed runs. We’ll ensure there’s ample time for discussions to prepare you for your next enduro race\, ensuring you have the most enjoyable experience possible. \n \nKick off the morning with a warm-up session in the Pemberton pump track to fine-tune your body position. Then\, we’ll hit the trails\, focusing on maintaining strength and smoothness over technical sections\, mastering body positioning for drops\, and maximizing speed through corners. During our break\, Flo will share tips on staying energized and focused throughout a long day on the bike\, while also calming those racing nerves. Receive valuable insights on bike\, body\, and mind preparations for race day. \nAfter recharging with a snack\, we’ll head back up the hill for timed runs on a section of trail. Wrap up the session with a well-deserved après-ride celebration\, complete with more Q&A opportunities and draw prizes. \nJoin us for an unforgettable day of learning\, growth\, and camaraderie at the Enduro Racing Clinic with Flo! \n \n“Never stop believing in yourself because the true energy that moves everything around you comes from within yourself.” \nINCLUDED\n\nCoaching and guidance from Flo along with Sweet Skills coach\nApres snacks and non-alcoholic beverage\nShuttles if necessary\nDraw prizes\n\n*Lunch not included\, please come prepared with snacks and hydration for a full day of riding. See below ‘More Details’ \n \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nThis clinic is aimed at women (or anyone identifying) who are at an advanced level of riding (comfortable with small drops). No enduro racing experience necessary. Skill Level: A (Advanced)  Fitness Level 4+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$225 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/enduro-racing-clinic-with-flo-espineira/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Flo_racing.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240204T040317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T193235Z UID:2684-1713085200-1714305600@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Beginner Progression Series DESCRIPTION:Are you fairly new to mountain biking and not sure where to start? Start with us!  Over the course of 3 weeks Sweet Skills coaches will teach you the fundamentals to get you going for an awesome summer of riding. You’ll learn a ton from our patient and fun female coaches as they talk you through everything you need to know about your bike\, your set-up and of course how to ride it! \nThe first 2 sessions will focus on practicing foundational bike skills in an open area.  This will set you up with great bike habits from the get go!  The coaches will work with you on a stable body position for different terrain\, teach you to use your gears and brakes\, how to negotiate corners and bumps on the trail\, and most of all how to relax and have fun!  After dialing in these skills\, we will take what we learned to the trails!  Fresh off all that practice and with your own supportive cheering squad you will be tackling the terrain with a new set of confidence! \nMeet new riding buddies to ride with in between our sessions\, discover new trails that are at your ability level\, and watch your stoke level and skills soar! \nThis clinic is aimed at Beginner riders who are comfortable riding level pedals on crushed gravel trails\, can execute basic corners and are ready to learn how to ride some of the easier Pemberton trails like Piece of Cake at One Mile Lake. After 2 sessions in Pemberton the 3rd will take place in the Lost Lake trails. \n*If you are brand new to biking and not yet comfortable with standing on level pedals on your bike then the Super Beginner Clinic is the one for you or start with a private lesson. \nSkill & Fitness Level: \nSkill Level: Beginner  Fitness Level 2-4 *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment: \n$278 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. \n3 Sessions from 9am-12pm: April 14 & 21 in Pemberton and April 28 in Whistler/Lost Lake trails. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/beginner-progression-series/ LOCATION:Pemberton/Whistler CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Whistler,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Whistler-super-beginner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240420T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240206T175045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T133215Z UID:1640-1713603600-1713614400@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Steep 'n Loose Pemberton - April DESCRIPTION:Expand your riding network with our essential Pemberton skills clinic. We’ll take you back to some fundamental braking skills and teach you how to descend on the classic Pemberton steep ‘n loose stuff! \nWe put special focus on body positioning\, trail scanning\, line choice and brake control throughout the clinic to give you the confidence for those sweet on-trail moves. \nThis clinic is great for the solid intermediate to InterAdvanced rider looking to progress their descending skills. Trails TBD based on group and trail conditions at the time of clinic.  Some examples of what we could ride are\, Hawaii\, Bob Gnarly\, Lower Mackenzie\, etc \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int to IntAdv  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/steep-n-loose-pemberton-april/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Steep-n-loose.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240208T203306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T133037Z UID:1612-1714312800-1714323600@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Bike Tech 101 - Pemberton DESCRIPTION:Looking to gain some more knowledge about your bike and fix some basic problems like a flat tire? Tired of asking for help whenever something goes wrong? Learn so much more than you thought possible and walk away feeling more confident – and handy! In this intro to basic bike mechanics with Sylvie\, we’ll go over what the different parts of your bike are\, what are the really important bits to take care of\, what to bring on a ride\, how to fix small repairs\, practicing hands-on with flat tire changes\, and how to use tire plugs for tubeless set ups. \nWe also offer a Bike Tech 102 (in Whistler June 10th) where we’ll take a deeper dive into setting up suspension\, tuning gears and other trouble shooting. \nBring your bike with you for these hands-on sessions. Any level of rider is welcome. Zero knowledge necessary 😉 \nPrice & Payment:\n$90 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.   URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/bike-tech-101-pemberton/ LOCATION:Sweet Skills Headquarters\, Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pemberton-bike-tech.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T140000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240205T041334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T055354Z UID:3125-1714816800-1714831200@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Rock Rollin' - May DESCRIPTION:Registration starts Feb 15\, 8am. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a game-changing mountain bike clinic that you won’t want to miss! In this adrenaline-pumping 4-hour session\, you’ll master essential braking techniques to confidently navigate rocky terrain without skidding. Say goodbye to those out-of-control moments! \nElevate your riding experience as we dive into more aggressive body positioning and explore exciting line choices. We’ll start with skill drills and then hit the trails to conquer challenging features like the No Err rock faces and Econoline descent. Perfect for intermediate riders ready to kick their downhill skills up a notch. Don’t just ride – rock it! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please note that meet up spot is near Mosquito Lake road so leave extra time in advance to pedal or shuttle your way there. Exact location will be emailed to participants. \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: I Intermediate  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$133 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/rock-rollin-may/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Pemby-rock-demoSylvie.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240509T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240530T170000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240205T045715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T055217Z UID:7553-1715274000-1717088400@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Intermediate Progression Series #2 - Pemberton DESCRIPTION:Improve your fitness and skills just in time for summer with this 4 week progressive clinic.  Enjoy Pemberton’s great early season riding conditions with tacky trails\, fun features\, and amazing views.  Our all-star team of Sweet Skills female coaches will get you pumped for biking and the season to come! \nEvery week will focus on a new skill.  This will be a mix of learning/practicing skills and maneuvers in off trail open areas\, as well as on trail sessioning/riding.  Each session builds on what you’ve learned from week to week and explores new zones and trails. Between sessions\, we’ll assign you some fun ‘trail homework’ to help with cardio and skill development. Expand your trail network\, boost your confidence\, and meet more people to ride with! \nThis clinic is for the Intermediate rider.  You should be comfortable riding all green trails\, and are riding blues but find them challenging.  Trail choices for this intermediate group will depend on the riders\, but in general we’ll head to trails like: 1 Mile Dog/Pickle\, Dark Forest (rock lines)\, Radio Tower\, Hawaii\, Econoline\, Bob Gnarly\, No Err\, etc \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$350 +gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. \nThursday 5-8pm: May 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/intermediate-progression-series-2-pemberton/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Pemberton-Main1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240509T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240530T200000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240205T044745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T055059Z UID:7546-1715274000-1717099200@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:IntAdv Progression Series #2 - Pemberton DESCRIPTION:Improve your fitness and skills just in time for summer with this 4 week progressive clinic.  Enjoy Pemberton’s great early season riding conditions with tacky trails\, fun features\, and amazing views.  Our all-star team of Sweet Skills female coaches will get you pumped for biking and the season to come! \nEvery week will focus on a new skill.  This will be a mix of learning/practicing skills and maneuvers in off trail open areas\, as well as on trail sessioning/riding.  Each session builds on what you’ve learned from week to week and explores new zones and trails. Between sessions\, we’ll assign you some fun ‘trail homework’ to help with cardio and skill development. Expand your trail network\, boost your confidence\, and meet more people to ride with! \nThis clinic is for the Int/Advanced rider.  You should be comfortable riding blue trails and are have started to ride some black trails in Pemberton\, and are wanting to work on the harder features on the black trails. Trail choices will depend on the group\, but in general the IntAdvanced group will head to trails such as: No Err\, Blood Sweat Fear\, Mission\, Bob Gnarly\, MooseJah\, Pioneer\, etc \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: IntAdv  Fitness Level 4+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$350 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. \nThursdays 5-8pm: May 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/intadv-progression-series-2-pemberton/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Pemberton-intermediate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240205T210401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T055003Z UID:1933-1715504400-1715515200@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Happy Times DESCRIPTION:Finally learn how to climb uphill switchbacks and mild technical with a smile on your face – cuz let’s be real\, sometimes it’s not always so happy! \n\n\n\nHappy Trail serves as the gateway climb the super fun trails of the Mackenzie network\, but be prepared for a bit of a grind! Fear not\, though\, as we’ll have you mastering those uphill technical sections and pesky corners that have been your arch-nemesis. The skills you’ll gain here will translate seamlessly to any uphill singletrack. \nDuring our session\, we’ll be honing in on crucial elements like gearing\, braking\, and body positioning. With these techniques in your arsenal\, we’ll get you to the top and have you ready for a well-deserved descent! Depending on timing and conditions\, we may opt for Lower Mackenzie or Radio Tower – either trail choice is a win in the fun department! Our coaches will provide brief pointers for the descent\, ensuring everyone finishes with a smile on their face. \n\n\n\nThis clinic is great for a BegIntermediate to Low Intermediate rider looking for uphill tips.  Please note that the majority of this session is focused on climbing\, and thus will be very little coaching for the downhill.  If you have not ridden Lower Mackenzie or Radio Tower before please let us know when registering.\n*Happy Trail is a blue accent trail in Pemberton and is more challenging than the Lost Lake Whistler trails* \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: BegInt-Int  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/happy-times-beginner-intermediate-pemberton/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/up-happy2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240208T014308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T180623Z UID:7603-1716627600-1716638400@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Pump 'n Jump - May DESCRIPTION:Registration starts Feb 15\, 8am. \nReady to elevate your biking experience to new heights? Literally! We believe that being airborne is one of the most exhilarating aspects of mountain biking\, and we’re here to show you how to do it safely! Join us at the area’s best Skills Park in Pemberton to master some new moves like pumping and jumping. \nOur sessions are designed to equip you with the essential skills you’ve always wanted to add to your biking toolkit. We focus on learning and applying the techniques of pumping and jumping by honing our skills in the controlled environment of the skills park. With plenty of repetition and time for breaks\, we’ll perfect your technique which will give you more confidence to apply these moves to your favourite trail. \nThis clinic is great for any intermediate to advanced rider looking to either get air for the first time or refine their current air skills.  There will be groups for every level\,  from those who have never had their wheels off the ground\, to those who send it regularly! \nMake this day a whole day of fun by signing up for the afternoon Carve it Up clinic as well. On-trail cornering clinic from 1:30-4:30pm. \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int to Adv  Fitness Level 3-6 *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$95 + gst Early bird rate Feb 15 – 29. $100 + gst regular rate as of March 1st. \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/pump-n-jump-may/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pumptrack.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240525T163000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240212T203311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T054602Z UID:1618-1716643800-1716654600@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Carve it Up Pemby! DESCRIPTION:Need a cornering 101 lesson?? This is it! \nDo you know how to move your bike underneath you for the corners? Do you loose speed in the corners\, and just feel awkward? Foot down\, foot out\, foot up\, hips where? – it can be so confusing! \nGain a ton more knowlege about where you should be in the corners with your body\, your line\, and where to look. This with tons of practice will up your cornering skills so you can feel super rad in those turns and berms! We’ll break it down with lots of skills drills then take it to some turny trails for repetition and video analysis.  Good times are just around the corner! \nPair this afternoon clinic with the morning Pump n Jump for a full day option! \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int – IntAdv  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/carve-it-up/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/tera-carve-goat-crop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240526T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090028 CREATED:20240206T201307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T054358Z UID:7568-1716714000-1716724800@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Steep n Loose Pemberton - May DESCRIPTION:Expand your riding horizons with our indispensable Pemberton skills clinic. We’ll take you back to the fundamentals of braking techniques and unveil the secrets to conquering the renowned steep and loose trails of Pemberton! \nOur clinic places a special emphasis on mastering and understanding body positioning for different features\, honing trail scanning abilities\, selecting the optimal line\, and up’ing your braking control on solid and loose pitches. These key elements are pivotal in equipping you with the confidence to tackle those sweet but exhilerating on-trail maneuvers. \nThis is the perfect clinic for intermediate to inter-advanced riders seeking to elevate their descending prowess\, this clinic will push your limits and refine your skills. Trail selection will be tailored to the group’s ability and trail conditions at the time of the clinic. Some of the iconic trails we might ride are Hawaii\, Bob Gnarly\, Lower Mackenzie\, and more! \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int to IntAdv  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/steep-n-loose-pemberton-may/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/steep_n_loose_adv.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T140000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090029 CREATED:20240208T011650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T052910Z UID:7591-1718445600-1718460000@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Rock Rollin' June DESCRIPTION:Join us for a game-changing mountain bike clinic that you won’t want to miss! In this adrenaline-pumping 4-hour session\, you’ll master essential braking techniques to confidently navigate rocky terrain without skidding. Say goodbye to those out-of-control moments! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElevate your riding experience as we dive into more aggressive body positioning and explore exciting line choices. We’ll start with skill drills and then hit the trails to practice our new rock rolling skills on the No Err rock faces. From there the Intermediate group will continue to Econoline / Dark Forest descent and the IntAdv riders will head to Stoked Chicken and EconoDave. Ready to kick their downhill skills up a notch? This is the clinic to do just that\, you’re gonna rock it! \n2 level of riding groups to choose from so please assign yourself accordingly: Intermediate\, or IntAdv. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Please note that meet up spot is near Mosquito Lake road so leave extra time in advance to pedal or shuttle your way there. Exact location will be emailed to participants. \nSkill & Fitness Level: \nSkill Level: I Intermediate  Fitness Level 3+ *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$133 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/rock-rollin-june/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/whistler-rock-rolls.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240616T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240616T120000 DTSTAMP:20240329T090029 CREATED:20240204T182752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T052700Z UID:3088-1718528400-1718539200@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Pump 'n Jump - June DESCRIPTION:Ready to elevate your biking experience to new heights? Literally! We believe that being airborne is one of the most exhilarating aspects of mountain biking\, and we’re here to show you how to do it safely! Join us at the area’s best Skills Park in Pemberton to master some new moves like pumping and jumping. \nOur sessions are designed to equip you with the essential skills you’ve always wanted to add to your biking toolkit. We focus on learning and applying the techniques of pumping and jumping by honing our skills in the controlled environment of the skills park. With plenty of repetition and time for breaks\, we’ll perfect your technique which will give you more confidence to apply these moves to your favourite trail. \nThis clinic is great for any intermediate to advanced rider looking to either get air for the first time or refine their current air skills.  There will be groups for every level\,  from those who have never had their wheels off the ground\, to those who send it regularly! \nSkill & Fitness Level:\nSkill Level: Int to Adv  Fitness Level 3-6 *Unsure if this is the right clinic for you? Please email us with questions. \nPrice & Payment:\n$100 + gst \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees.  Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca \n$5 of your registration fee is automatically donated to the local trail association. URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/pump-n-jump-june/ LOCATION:Pemberton CATEGORIES:Clinics & Privates,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Pemby-pump-track.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240812 DTSTAMP:20240329T090029 CREATED:20231022T002258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T133152Z UID:6908-1723161600-1723420799@sweetskills.ca SUMMARY:Sea to Sky Women's Heli Camp DESCRIPTION:Introducing our exciting new camp concept\, born in 2023 and back with even more adventure for 2024 – the Sea to Sky Heli Camp! Get ready for an unforgettable three-day adventure in the world famous Sea to Sky corridor\, where we’ve combined 3 locations\, top-notch coaching\, and a dash of helicopter magic. Our all-inclusive camp takes you on an epic journey through Squamish\, Whistler\, and the pristine wilderness near Pemberton\, ensuring you experience the very best of this stunning region. \nDay 1 kicks off in the lush Squamish forests\, with Sweet Skills coaches honing your skills on cornering\, technical descents\, braking\, rock rolls\, and overall riding strategy. We’re on a mission to boost your confidence and abilities\, setting the stage for maximum fun. \nDay 2 is our Whistler Fun-Day\, where you can choose between shredding the Whistler Bike Park or opting for a valley cross-country adventure. Learn the art of jumps\, berms\, drops\, and enjoy an adrenaline-fueled day\, all under the guidance of Whistler Bike Park Coaches who are also your Sweet Skills hosts. \nDay 3\, the grand finale\, takes us high into the alpine above Whistler / Pemberton\, courtesy of a thrilling helicopter ride. You’ll savor the express route to the mountaintop\, followed by a fun technical alpine descent with jaw-dropping vistas\, leaving from the alpine to a lush old forest and finally to the valley floor. Our dedicated coaches will make sure we hit all the best spots for photos and skill sessioning\, ensuring you conquer this epic descent while soaking in the breathtaking surroundings. \nThis camp is designed for solid intermediate riders and above. Immerse yourself in three days of epic riding and skill-building with endless good vibes and ear-to-ear grins for days to come! \nSKILL & FITNESS LEVEL\nSkill Level: I-IA  Fitness Level 3+ Strong intermediate ability is required to have maximum fun on the heli descent.*Unsure if you’re fitness level and ability match this camp? Call Sylvie to discuss: 604-966-8330. \n\nINCLUDED\n\n\n3 days of coaching and riding with Sweet Skills coaches\n1 heli drop to the alpine with AlpX Heli\n2 nights accommodations in Whistler (option to opt out for locals)\nLocally sourced packed lunch on all 3 days\nAprès each day (excludes alcoholic beverages)\nSweet Skills swag\, prizes and deals from sponsors\n\n*Bike park tickets for Day 2 will be offered at a preferred rate TBC \nPRICE & PAYMENT\n$1250 +gst No Accommodations required. \n$1650 +gst. 2 nights shared accommodations in Whistler hotel. (TBC) \n*Payments by credit card incur an extra 2.9% fee\, Etransfer payments have no fees. Send Etransfer payments to info@sweetskills.ca URL:https://sweetskills.ca/event/sea-to-sky-womens-heli-camp/ CATEGORIES:Sea to Sky,Camps & Adventures,Whistler,Pemberton ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sweetskills.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Whistler_Heli_Alpine7.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR