MOUNTAIN BIKE COACH - MICHAEL GUILFORD

MTB skills coaching in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Peak District

Hi, I’m Michael. Thanks for stopping by. I'm a mountain bike coach from Sheffield.  I deliver mountain bike skills coaching at the popular MTB locations, Farmer Johns Bike Park & Grenoside Woods Sheffield. 

I coach mountain bikers of all ages & abilities. From beginner riders learning the fundamentals, to intermediate & advanced riders progressing in specific skills such as jumping & cornering.

This year (2025) I'm racing Enduro & Downhill competing in national series events. I’m passionate about inspiring the next generation of MTB enthusiasts, throug my junior holiday MTB courses.

 

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This tailored MTB skills programme ensures an effective & cost effective way to progress. Coaching is delivered through a mix of group & 1-1 sessions.

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Strength & Fitness for Cycling | Tailored Training Plans for Endurance Cyclists & Mountain Bikers

I coach leisure and competitive cyclists for fitness and performance. Delivering bespoke training plans and strength training sessions to improve cycling fitness.

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I’ve been racing since 2008 and set up Rideabout as a coach in 2012. I have a strong background in racing endurance disciplines (MTB XC, Road, TT & Cyclocross). I have coached a wide range of riders, helping juniors to achieve wins at a National level as well as coaching Masters riders to complete their first UCI Gran Fondo race.

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Mountain Biking Coaching Courses - Coming Up

Private Booking Weekend Availability

Groups of 1-8 riders

Weekends Half Days

Weekdays 1.5-6hrs

Steep & Technical Descending & Confidence Builder

Saturdays 9.30am

 Jumping & Flow Course & Whistlestop Course

Saturdays 1pm

Enduro & DH Race Skills Course

17th May

Junior holiday courses

I have four junior courses covering ages from 7-18yrs. Run at Farmer Johns Bike Park and Grenoside Woods Sheffield

  • Youth Jumping & Flow 7-11yrs
  • Junior Jumping & Flow 11-16yrs
  • Junior Jumping Progression 11-18yrs
  • Race Skills & Descending 11-18yrs
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MTB skills and cycling coaching in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Peak District

Hi, I’m Michael. A mountain bike skills & fitness coach. Thanks for stopping by. I deliver mountain bike skills coaching for enduro, XC, downhill racers as well as recreational riders.

I also coach leisure and competitive cyclists for fitness and performance. Delivering bespoke training plans and strength training sessions to improve cycling fitness.

Book a Free Consultation - Cycling Coaching for fitness & performance
Book a 1-1 MTB Skills Session Now!

I work with adult and younger riders of all ages and experience, in group sessions and private coaching. I’m based in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Peak District, but coach throughout the UK.

I’ve been racing since 2008 and set up Rideabout as a coach in 2012. This year (2024) I've been racing Enduro & Downhill competing in national series events.

I’m really passionate about inspiring the next generation and I'm proud to work with British Cycling and their XC mountain bike racing talent programme. 

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Mountain Bike Skills Courses & 1-1 Sessions

All age courses & private bookings

Private Booking Weekend Availability (Mon-Fri also available)

8,15,22 Feb, 1,8,15,22,29 Mar 12,19,26 Apr

Steep & Technical Descending (AM)

1,8,15,22 Feb, 1 Mar

 Jumping & Flow (PM)

8,15,22 Feb,

Confidence Builder (AM)

8,15,22 Feb, 1 Mar

Whistlestop (PM)

1,8,15,22 Feb, 1 Mar

Junior holiday courses

Race skills & descending (>11yrs)

19 Feb

Jumping & flow (>11yrs)

20 & 21 Feb

Little rippers (7-11yrs)

20 & 21 Feb