About Us

The Winona Youth Mountain Bike Team is a co-ed mountain bike riding program for students in grades 6th - 12th from Winona and the surrounding area.

The team is all about getting more kids on bikes. Whether you join to enjoy time with friends on the trails or desire to be the fastest you can be, the mountain bike team has something for you. Our experienced coaches ensure that all riders reach their highest potential and consider inclusivity, outdoor play, and huge smiles the real prize.

Our Mission

The MN League is responsible for establishing a climate that will:

Provide students who have the desire to mountain bike with the coaching and camaraderie that will help them achieve both competitive and non-competitive cross-country mountain biking goals in a safe and enjoyable manner;
Develop an awareness of what it is to be an amateur athlete that is both gracious and respectful to their community;
Create an environment in which they may discover new friendships and find role models;
Guide students towards learning new skills and disciplines, and spread the foundations of mountain bike racing across the U.S.;
Foster a responsible attitude toward the use of trails and wilderness;
Promote the value of cycling to our community as a mode of transportation and as a life long sport.

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Key Dates and Information

NEW RIDER "TRY-IT-OUT" EVENT

Thursday, June 25, 2026

5:30-6:30PM

Wincrest Park Field 1342 Woodpark Rd, Winona, MN 55987 (next to the water tower)

Join us for a one-hour MTB Try-It-Out New Rider Interest Meeting for students in grades 6–12. Learn what the mountain bike team is all about: practices, races, team activities, and the gear you’ll need while meeting coaches, team captains, and other new riders in a fun and welcoming environment. We’ll ride a loop on the Chickadee Trail, learn basic skills, and you can bring your bike for a free basic checkup. A mountain bike and helmet are required. No racing experience is needed, and all ability levels are welcome. Bring your bike to Adventure Bike Shop for a free assessment if you are unsure whether it will work on the trails.

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ALL-TEAM KICKOFF MEETING

Thursday, June 25, 2026

6:30-7:30PM

Wincrest Park Field 1342 Woodpark Rd, Winona, MN 55987 (next to the water tower)

Join us for our team kickoff meeting to meet the coaches and fellow riders, learn about the upcoming season, and get details on practices, races, jerseys, schedules, and more. No bikes needed — come ready to connect and get excited for the season ahead!

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NEW & RETURNING COACHES SESSION

Thursday, July 9, 2026

5:30-7:30PM

Wincrest Park Field 1342 Woodpark Rd, Winona, MN 55987 (next to the water tower)

Coaches training ride to focus on practicing basic bike-handling skills. We will cover foundational techniques at a comfortable pace. All coaches are welcome—come ready to ride.

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REGULAR PRACTICES BEGIN

Week of July 13, 2026

Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays

5:30-7:30 pm (Show up 15 minutes early and ready to ride)

Practice days and times are set however practice locations may vary. Once registered for the team, you will have access to the TeamSnap app Calendar to check for the most current schedule.

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CUYUNA FAMILY CAMP

Thursday, July 30-August 2, 2026

Crosby, Minnesota

There will be group rides on trails that are ideal for all levels of experience. It's not just riding, there's swimming, games, and hanging out in an amazing location not far from home. EVERYONE is welcome, new riders, retired riders, graduated riders, family, and friends-it’s a weekend of bike fun.