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Our Events
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Winter Warm-Up Short Track Race
Pre-season opportunity for mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels to build community & gear up for racing.
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Family Bike Rodeo
Free family bike event to help parents and kids ride safe, smart, and joyfully.
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Folsom Grom Race Series
Mountain bike race series for kids in 5th grade & under to learn the ropes of racing in a safe, fun environment.
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Monday Night FundRacing
Pay-what-you-can short track mountain bike races to support youth cycling programs.
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Folsom Pedal Quest
Bringing friends and families together to explore Folsom on two wheels and kick off May is Bike Month.
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Balance Bike Bash
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
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Mother Lode Epic
A unique single day stage format endurance XC race featuring a mid-race boat transfer.
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Sacramento Cyclocross
Eight race cyclocross series in the greater Sacramento area in October-December.
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Scholarships
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
- Kids Programs
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Youth Communities Access Summer Ride Camp
All-day, full-week summer camp in Folsom empowering youth to discover how bicycles are a tool for physical health, mental health, & connection to nature and community.
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Get Rollin’ Learn-to-Ride Classes
Learn-to-Ride classes for kids not yet pedaling or only pedaling with training wheels.
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Grip Academy
An after-school youth cycling program for kids in 8th grade and under to progress their bike skills.
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Balance Bike Bash
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
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Folsom Grom
Mountain bike race series for kids in 5th grade & under to learn the ropes of racing in a safe, fun environment.
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678 Jr High MTB Ride Club
A mountain bike ride club for middle school students to take their riding skill, fitness and social experience to the next level.
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Summer Ride Camp
Summer Ride Camps for kids in 2nd-8th grade to make lasting memories on bikes.
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Scholarships
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
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Grip Academy
Many kids learn to ride a bike. Fewer grow up thinking of cycling as something more – a way to get around, stay healthy, compete, explore, or just be part of something. For most kids, few pathways exist to stay regularly involved and keep progressing after they start pedaling.
Grip Academy is Clipped In for Life’s answer to that gap – an after-school cycling program for kids in 8th grade and under with a unique approach to skill development. Classes give kids the skills and confidence to make riding a real part of their lives, and give parents the peace of mind that their kid can ride confidently and responsibly.
Riders progress through levels and earn colored grips as they advance – a system inspired by martial arts that makes growth visible and keeps the next goal in reach. The curriculum covers bike handling alongside traffic safety, basic maintenance, first aid, trail stewardship, and fitness. Classes are designed to meet kids where they are, regardless of age, experience, or background.
Whether a kid rides for competition, transportation, exercise, or just because it’s fun — Grip Academy gives them the foundation to do it with confidence.
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Book a Free Trial
Free trial class for new members! Our coaches will assess your child’s riding during the trial to help you find the right class.
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Schedule
Grip Academy sessions are three months long in the spring and fall.
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Registration
Register for a Grip Academy membership to attend classes.
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FAQs
Got a question? You’re not alone. Check out our FAQs for our most commonly sought-after info.
Directions
Grip Academy classes are held outdoors at various locations in Folsom.
Rodeo Park (August 5 – September 3)
200 Stafford St, Folsom, CA 95630Lakeside Church (September 14 – October 29)
745 Oak Ave Pkwy, Folsom, CA 95630Events Calendar-
20-24 Jul
YCA Summer Ride Camp
Youth Communities Access Summer Ride Camp for 6th-8th Grade
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27-31 Jul
Summer Ride Camp
MTB Summer Ride Camp for 6th-8th Grade Advanced
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05 Aug
Grip Academy Starts
After-school youth cycling program
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20 Aug
678 Jr High MTB
Folsom/El Dorado Hills MTB ride club for Junior High
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Suite 104 Folsom, CA 95630
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