Mountain Biking

HAPE

Year 9

Physical Movement Subject

Students will learn all the skills to ride an intermediate trail safely. They will also learn how to analyse their own technique and how to give feedback to others on how to improve through the use of video analysis. Bike maintenance will also be covered within this subject.

Content/skills
Through both practical and theory components students will develop mountain biking technique, coaching via video analysis and training principles, as well as minimal impact strategies for biking in the local environment.

Selection advice

This elective would suit students who have an interest in movement and physical activity and love being outdoors. This subject incurs a fee of $90.00 for the semester for bike maintenance, or students may choose to bring their own bike.

Links to further pathways

This unit would be an advantage to those students considering completing VCE Outdoor & Environmental Studies, VCE Physical Education or a career in the outdoor and recreation industry.