2026 Racing Club

The running club is now flying on its own and is officially becoming a non-profit organization!

For more information, contact Coach Jeff Ain at the following address:
jeff@ainperformancecoaching.ca

Our mission

  • STRUCTURED TRAINING LED BY CERTIFIED COACHES

  • PROGRESSION OF TECHNICAL, TACTICAL, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ABILITIES

  • RACING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL LEVELS!

Who are we?

The Vélo Mont-Tremblant Youth Racing Club is run under the supervision of Jeff Ain, certified professional coach who brings over 15 years of cycling coaching experience from the grassroots to international level. Jeff most recently worked as national team coach for Cycling Canada for over a decade, running successful development and high performance programs. Jeff’s experience has helped aspiring athletes navigate the development pathway from new racer right up to highest international level. He now lives in the Tremblant region with his young family and is committed to sharing his experience and expertise to help young athletes in the region.

DEVO

Young Shredders new to racing!

  • 9-12 years old
  • Ability: Beginner / Intermediate
  • Technical skills development focus taught by certified coaches
  • 2x sessions per week: Monday/Wednesday (5:30-7:00 p.m)
  • Local/Regional level racing opportunities organized by the club
  • Spring/Summer
  • $425
  • May 5 to Aug. 23
  • Summer only
  • $300
  • June 30 to Aug. 23
  • Fall
  • $240
  • Sept. 1 to Oct. 25
Register now

Académie

Athletes looking to take it to the next level!

  • 13-18 years old
  • Ability: Intermediate / Advanced
  • Technical skill and physiological training progression focus taught by certified coaches
  • 3x sessions per week: Monday/Wednesday (5:30-7:00 p.m), Saturday (9-11 a.m)
  • Regional/Provincial/National level racing opportunities organized by the club
  • Individualized training plans available
  • Spring/Summer
  • $595
  • May 5 to Aug. 23
  • Summer only
  • $450
  • June 30 to Aug. 23
  • Fall
  • $385
  • Sept. 1 to Oct. 25
Register now

Registration will open on February 6

About the racing club

  • Open to all youth aged 9 to 18 (as of Dec. 31, 2025)

    Limited spots for each age group.

  • How to join?

    1) Buy your racing license through FQSC (Quebec Provincial Cycling Federation). Cost is between $50-$110 depending on age. This will cover insurance for all club activities as well as racing opportunities.
    2) Fill in the registration form.
    3) Velo Mont-Tremblant team will reach you with details on how to order team clothing ($).

  • Requirements:

    • Be able to complete 90-min training sessions
    • Have a cross-country or trail mountain bike in good condition
    • Clothing: gloves, sunglasses, cycling shorts, helmet
    • Ride kit: spare tube, pump, multitool, etc.
    • Water bottle or hydration backpack
    • FQSC racing license
    • Ready to be present and engaged at practices!

  • All training sessions will be held in the Mont-Tremblant area

    Mont-Tremblant regional trail network

Any mountain bike in good working order is fine to join the club. We have excellent partners offering great deals on specific racing bikes if you are interested.

Contact Head Coach Jeff Ain if equipment is a barrier to joining. We have many partners and an amazing community of cyclists who can help!

Yes, training for cross-country and enduro are very similar on many levels. The club will also offer racing opportunities for enduro if there is sufficient interest.

Every session has a specific plan to help you improve your abilities on the bike led by NCCP certified coaches and based on Canada’s Long Term Athlete Development Plan (LTAD)

We are a racing club and aim to provide fun racing opportunities, no matter the level. You are welcome to join and try the club out. If racing isn’t for you then we can direct you to other fantastic options in the region!

An FQSC-affiliated club, this program is directed towards aspiring mountain bike riders looking to learn to optimise individual progression in a fun, challenging and safe environment. The goal of the program is to support youth in the region by providing positive and fun experiences through group training and racing.

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