St. Paul Central youth mountain bikers racing at an MCA event in Minnesota
Grades 6–12 · All Skill Levels

Experience the Rides of Your Life

St. Paul Central Mountain Bike Team: Youth Cycling
for Grades 6-12

Join a supportive community where riders of all abilities explore Twin Cities trails. We'll teach you everything, build your skills, and make sure you have a blast doing it.

About Us

A Supportive Community
on Two Wheels

We're a youth mountain biking team where riders of all abilities explore the Twin Cities' best trails - Battle Creek, Lebanon Hills, Theo Wirth, and more. Our July through October season includes coaching, practice rides, and optional MCA racing.

New to mountain biking? Perfect. We'll teach you everything, help you earn a varsity letter, and make sure you have a blast doing it.

Jul–Oct
Season Length
Practices per Week
6–12
Grades Welcome
5
MCA Races per Season
St. Paul Central Mountain Bike Team group photo - students and coaches in team jerseys
At a Glance

Everything You Need to Know

Here's the quick version for busy parents.
Dive into the Parent Guide for full details.

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Practice Schedule

Tuesday & Thursday evenings, 5:30–7:30pm. Saturday mornings, 9:30–11:30am. We ride trails like Battle Creek, Carver Lake, and Sunfish Park.

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All Levels Welcome

No experience needed. Our coaches work with every skill level from first-time riders to experienced racers. Racing is completely optional.

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Who Can Join

Students grades 6–12 from St. Paul Central, Harding, Johnson, Como Park, and most other St. Paul schools. Not sure? Ask us.

Costs

Season Cost Breakdown

We keep costs transparent so there are no surprises.

ItemRequired?Est. Cost
Mountain Bike (hardtail or full suspension)Required$500+
MIPS HelmetRequired~$60
Cycling GlovesRecommended~$25
Protective EyewearRecommended~$50
MCA Athlete RegistrationRequired$100
St. Paul Central MTB Team DuesRequired$90
Team Jersey (racing only)Racing only~$60
Season Race Entry (5 races)Optional~$150
Mountain Bike
Required
$500+
MIPS Helmet
Required
~$60
Cycling Gloves
Recommended
~$25
Protective Eyewear
Recommended
~$50
MCA Athlete Registration
Required
$100
Team Dues
Required
$90
Team Jersey
Racing only
~$60
Season Race Entry (5 races)
Optional
~$150
FAQs

Common Questions

No prior experience is needed! Our team welcomes riders of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cyclists.
Riders need a mountain bike (hardtail or full suspension), helmet, and basic gear like gloves and water bottles. See our equipment guide for details, and contact us if you need help finding affordable options.
Practices are Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings at Twin Cities trails. The season runs the first week of July through mid-October. Participation is flexible based on your schedule.
Racing is completely optional! Many riders focus on skill-building and trail rides while others compete in Minnesota Cycling Association (MCA) races. You decide what's right for you.
We welcome students in grades 6–12 from St. Paul Central, Harding, Johnson, Como Park, and most other St. Paul schools. Highland Park students should contact the SPY MTB team. Not sure if you're eligible? Contact us and we'll help!
Team registration is $90 per student plus a $100 MCA fee. Racing is optional - if you choose to compete, race fees are separate. See the cost breakdown above for the full picture.
Stay Connected

Team Communication on Heja

All team communication happens through Heja, a free team management app. No email clutter - just real-time updates when you need them.

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Practice locations & times - always know where to go

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Weather cancellations - instant updates, no guessing

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Race information - schedules, logistics, results

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After you register, we'll send you an invitation link

Heja app showing St. Paul Central MTB practice notifications and event calendar
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Life on the Trails

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