Bike Programs - Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Bike School Camps & Programs

Learn to Mtn Bike, become an instructor or just develop your skills!

Save when you plan ahead and purchase before arriving at the mountain! Many of our Lessons & Programs offer early booking savings. See the Rec Guide for details! 

Click through to pages below for specific information.

Bike School Camps and Clinics

Bike Lift Access

Bike Lift Access

Bike Park Passes & Tickets.
Bike School
Conditions

Conditions

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Daycare

Daycare

The Bears Den Daycare. Open weekends in summer.
Daycare
Thursday Night race series at Mount Washington Bike Park

Thursday Night Race Series
at Mtn Washington

Back for another season is the ever-popular Mt. Washington Thursday Night Race Series! Races are held every Thursday night in August with a new course every week. Race starts at 6:30pm sharp and afterwards be sure to stick around for results, a craft beverage from Vancouver Island Brewing and great prizing from our local Island mtb partners.

Consider yourself a “race junkie”? The more Thursday Night Races you attend, the better your chances are of winning the grand prize at the end of the series!

Race Details:

  • 2:00pm to 5:15pm - Sign-up at the ticket window outside of Outdoor Elements
  • 6:00pm - Race Starts
  • Approx 7:30pm - Awards in courtyard

Race Entry
(13+)

$10
**Bike rentals include a full-face helmet. Upgrade to a full armour package for an additional $19

Reservations are strongly encouraged. To book, or call 250-338-1386 ext. 384 to speak with a lesson specialist.

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Ladies Night at Mount Washington Bike Park

Ladies Night
Mtn Bike Program

The first Saturday of every month this summer is for the ladies at Mt. Washington! Summon your best gal pals and come on up to enjoy discounted 2-hour lift tickets.

If you are new to the sport of downhill mountain biking, why not register for our ladies-only Evening Learn to Ride package at 50% off while you’re at it? Pre-booking the lesson is highly recommended as spaces are limited.

Our Ladies Nights will be offered July 6th, August 3rd & September 7th

2-hour night ticket
(13+)

Bike Rental

Lesson Package
(50% off **)

$19
$89**
$52.50
**Bike rentals include a full-face helmet. Upgrade to a full armour package for an additional $19

Reservations are strongly encouraged. To book, or call 250-338-1386 ext. 384 to speak with a lesson specialist.

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Daycare available on weekends during the summer

The Bears Den Winter Daycare

Opening for Winter December 13th, 2024

The Bear's Den Daycare is a supervised indoor playtime for Tots aged 18 months to 5 years old. Our daycare staff create a fun and safe environment for your tots with games, toys and crafts, in our licensed facility.

The Bear's Den Daycare will be open daily only for the winter season starting in December through to April 2025. Please call or email for availability.

Reservations are highly recommended. Please call (250)338-1386 ext 384, to speak with a resort specialist
Daycare
SAFETY Bikers Responsibility Code
Binding Release information

POLICY INFORMATION

RESERVE Purchase Your Lesson
IMPORTANT Know Before You Go

Reservations are strongly encouraged. Please go online to mountwashington.ca for more info and call (250) 338-1386 ext 384, to speak with a lesson specialist and book. Class sizes are limited to ensure fun and safety.

Know before you go! Prepare to make the most of your time with us in the bike park.

  • Allow a minimum of 45 mins between your arrival in the resort or departing your condo and the lesson start time (i.e. for a 12 pm lesson, plan to arrive by 11:15 am, especially on weekends).
  • Even if you already have equipment we ask that you please check in with us in the bike shop. If you require a pass please visit the Ticket Windows outside of the Alpine Lodge.
  • You are responsible for supervising your child (6+ years) prior to meeting the instructor under the white bike shop tent.
  • Please be aware that all lessons start promptly at the scheduled start time regardless of weather conditions. There are no refunds for missed lessons.
  • You are responsible for meeting your child under the white tent where you dropped off. Mount Washington is responsible for supervising your child during scheduled lesson times only. children will not be released on their own and you may be charged for additional care.

Knowing your reservation number will speed up the check-in process. If possible, please also have this handy upon arrival. Thanks for choosing to visit us at the Mount Washington Bike School! We look forward to welcoming you to the Bike Park.

Lesson Cancellation Policy

  • All lessons must be paid in full at the time of booking.
  • Lessons can be cancelled or rescheduled more than 48 hours in advance. Please call the Bike School at 250-338-1386 ext. 384 or email bikereservation@mountwashington.ca
  • There are no refunds or changes allowed within 48 hours of the lesson time unless due to a medical issue or illness.
  • No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions.
  • Guests who are late for their lessons will not be able to join. We will do our best to rebook for later that day.

Bike School

We highly recommend booking your lesson in advance to guarantee your spot. Our instructors book up quickly and can't always accommodate last-minute walk-in requests. email us at bikereservation@mountwashington.ca

Bike School Call Centre

1-888-231-1499 or email: bikereservation@mountwashington.ca

Contact Us

Mount Washington Alpine Resort
P.O. Box 3069, STN Main
Courtenay, British Columbia, V9N 5N3
1-250-338-1386
Toll-Free: 1-888-231-1499
First Aid 1-250-334-5741

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