Mountain Biking Jobs at Sleepaway Camps
Mountain biking jobs at summer camps are a dream for riders, racers, and MTB coaches who want to share the trails with eager young campers. From traditional sleepaway camps with on-property singletrack to specialty mountain biking residential camps running serious progression programs, MTB staff get to spend the summer riding, teaching, and watching kids fall in love with two wheels in the woods.
As a mountain biking instructor at an overnight camp, you’ll teach riding fundamentals, technical skills, trail etiquette, and basic bike maintenance while leading trail rides, skills sessions, and longer expeditions. You’ll manage fleet bikes, conduct safety inspections, and run progression-based lessons across age groups. Many co-ed residential camps blend MTB with adventure, climbing, and outdoor programs, giving multi-discipline instructors a packed and varied summer.
What does a mountain biking instructor at summer camp do?You’ll teach riding fundamentals, technical skills, and bike maintenance while leading trail rides and progression sessions. Most sleepaway camps with MTB programs include daily riding throughout the summer camp season.
What certifications do MTB instructors need at sleepaway camps?PMBIA or BICP instructor certifications are highly valued. Wilderness First Aid and CPR/First Aid are commonly required at residential camps with active MTB programs. Bike mechanic skills are a strong plus.
Do summer camps have on-property singletrack?Many specialty MTB residential camps build and maintain on-property trail systems. Traditional sleepaway camps may use nearby public trails or partner with local trail networks. Trail access varies by camp.
What does the pay look like for mountain biking jobs at summer camps?Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and credentials. Overnight camps include room, board, and laundry alongside salary, and many provide pro deals or gear stipends — which adds real value beyond the base summer camp pay.
Do I need my own bike for the job?Camps often provide a fleet for camper use, and instructors are usually expected to bring their own personal bike. Many residential camps offer pro deals through brand partnerships to help staff maintain personal gear at the sleepaway camp.
Browse Summer Camp Mountain Biking Jobs for 2026
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| Full-Time Seasonal | Overnight Camp |
Start Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: August 31, 2026
Our extensive activity program at Birchmont is run by an incredible team of coaches, athletes, and artists. Depending on the area, our specialists will either run a program on their own or as part of a team of instructors – helping the campers to learn new skills, have fun and develop their confidence and ability in particular areas. Our specialists also play an important role with their assigned group, assisting as general counselors when not running their own activity area. This role is suited to someone with expertise or experience in a particular activity – previous coaching or teaching experience is preferred, but our Area Heads and Athletic Director are on hand to ‘teach the teachers’, and help talented athletes and specialists develop their own delivery style – so enthusiastic amateurs are welcome also! Current specialty areas which we are recruiting for include: Archery, Arts and Crafts, Baseball/Softball, Basketball, Fitness/Personal Training, Mountain Biking, Games (Physical Education), Performing Arts & Music, High Ropes, Horseback Riding, Tennis, and Soccer. Our Activity Specialists typically will spend about half their day delivering their activity area, and the other half of the day acting as General Counselors, so they get to have the full camp experience, while honing and sharing their skills in a particular program area. These roles are suited to current college students or graduates with a passion for their chosen activity.
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