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What is a Shredder?
Well, let's find out!
Discover the excitement of mountain biking with Durham Shredders — Canada’s largest youth mountain bike club. We help riders ages 7–19+ build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for riding through structured programs that support every stage of development, from first-time riders to national-level competitors.
As a not-for-profit organization rooted in community, Shredders combines expert coaching, progressive skill development, and a positive team environment where athletes grow both on and off the bike.
Durham Shredders is:
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Inclusive Environment: Open to all skill levels, from beginners to competitive racers
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Expert Coaching: Led by experienced, certified cyclists passionate about teaching and inspiring
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Flexible Programming: Offers multiple 6-week sessions to fit busy schedules.
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Holistic Approach: Focuses on fun, fitness, and essential skills development in a supportive atmosphere
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Community and Teamwork: Promotes both individual achievement and team camaraderie
What is a Shredder?
Well, let's find out!
Discover the excitement of mountain biking with Durham Shredders — Canada’s largest youth mountain bike club. We help riders ages 7–19+ build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for riding through structured programs that support every stage of development, from first-time riders to national-level competitors.
As a not-for-profit organization rooted in community, Shredders combines expert coaching, progressive skill development, and a positive team environment where athletes grow both on and off the bike.
Durham Shredders is:
-
Inclusive Environment: Open to all skill levels, from beginners to competitive racers
-
Expert Coaching: Led by experienced, certified cyclists passionate about teaching and inspiring
-
Flexible Programming: Offers multiple 6-week sessions to fit busy schedules.
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Holistic Approach: Focuses on fun, fitness, and essential skills development in a supportive atmosphere
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Community and Teamwork: Promotes both individual achievement and team camaraderie
Programs offered
Something for all skill levels!
Evening Sessions Focus: Each session starts with the introduction of a specific cycling skill, followed by dedicated practice time. Participants are organized into smaller groups, tailored by skill level, to embark on tailored trail rides, enhancing both individual technique and group riding experience.*Riders are grouped with their peers (by age category and/or ability level) and led by club coaches and volunteers.
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New to mountain biking? This is where every Shredder begins — building confidence and core trail skills on two wheels, with fun leading the way.
Learn to MTB Ride
Got the basics dialled and curious about racing? Learn to Race adds the skills, tactics, and race-day know-how to line up at your first event with confidence.
Learn to MTB Race
Ready to race and progress? Shredders Racing is our youth race development pathway — home to the precomp, devo, and race teams, where committed young riders train, develop, and compete together.
Shredders Racing
Canada’s Largest
Youth Mountain Bike Club
500+ Athletes
Supported Every Season
Ages 7–18
Complete Development Pathway
Provincial & National
Podium Results Each Year
World-Level Alumni
Competing on the Global Stage
Growing Riders. Delivering Results.
What our athletes and families say about the shredders experience
"Shredders is a great opportunity for kids to spend time outside with like-minded people and to challenge themselves and get lots of exercise. Our kids always leave with smiles on their faces!"
Stu
Shredders Parent
"The things I like about Shredders is learning new skills, challenging myself, spending time with friends and travelling to different places."
Julia
Race Team
"The camaraderie on the Shredders team is great. They provide great support both for me and my bike."
Leo
Devo Team
"The best part of being a shredder is the supportive, and positive environment that the team creates."
Alex
Devo Team
I keep coming back to Shredders because it's a very inclusive, fun environment to be in, and I really enjoy it.
Marlow
Race Team
"I think it’s a great community. I think people are very supportive of each other."
Alice
Shredders Coach and Parent
Partners in the Ride
Durham Shredders is proud to be supported by an incredible network of partners, community organizations, and local businesses who help us grow the next generation of riders and athletes. Together, we’re building a stronger mountain biking community across Durham Region and beyond.
