PRIVATE LESSON SUMMER OFFER: 1st additional person free of charge
The content of the private lesson is planned according to the skill level and wishes of the participants, so please tell us about your skill level and previous biking background when booking.
At beginner-level (Bike Park Level 0 & 1 / Green routes) you will learn the correct riding position, balance and speed (i.e. brakes), which are important skills when riding on a downhill trail. You will also get to enjoy the flow of easy green downhill trails of Ruka. Technical tips help biking even on the most challenging sections of various off-road trails.
To learn beginners basic downhill skills, we recommend a 2-hour lesson for ages 9 years and up.
For younger children, from around 7 years old, whose hands can already reach the hand brakes and who can already ride a bike on flat ground, we recommend either 1 hour or 2 hours of private lessons in the Family Park practice area. Lessons can be arranged to start directly at Family Park, in which case student do not need any lift ticket. Lessons can also be arranged to start at Piste rental, in which case the duration of the lesson includes Gondola rides, and the student needs a round-trip gondola lift ticket.
At intermediate-level (Bike Park Level 2 & 3 / Blue routes) we will guide you with riding technique for intermediate DH routes, such as better technique on the banks, small jumps and safe and controlled riding of steep sections. Practicing balance and speed control will help you enjoy riding even on Ruka Bike Park's most demanding routes.
When booking your lesson, please let us know which topic you would like to focus on during the lesson.
For advanced intermediate lessons, we recommend booking a 2-hour lesson.
If you can't find a suitable time for a private lesson in the calendar, you can also inquire about other free times at Ruka Bike School.
Prices for Bike Park private lessons:
1 h = 67 € from 1- 2 person.
2 h = 134 € from 1 -2 person, + 33 € / additional person (3 - 10 max).
For the Bike Park downhill ride, you also need biker's lift ticket and a front-suspended or full-suspended mountain bike or DH bike (not included in the lesson price). Please rent the bike & equipment well in advance, and it is good arrive to the rental office no later than 30 minutes before the start of the course.
If you can't find a suitable time for a private lesson in the calendar, you can also inquire about other free times at Ruka Bike School.
Contact information: Bike School Ruka, Rukankyläntie 17, 93830 Rukatunturi +358 400 101 636 / skischool@ruka.fi.
