NICA Discovery- Hurricane, WV- FUNdamentals (Level 2)
Hurricane, West Virginia · Tuesday, September 8, 2026
The NICA Discovery- Hurricane, WV- FUNdamentals (Level 2) is a cycling, mountain biking, and trail running event held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. It is located at 3543 Teays Valley Road in Hurricane, West Virginia.
- Date
- Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
- Location
- 3543 Teays Valley Road
Hurricane, West Virginia
25526
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links
- bikereg.com
We are so excited for your child to participate in NICA Discovery FUNdamentals!
All NICA Discovery adult leaders are background checked and hold a coaching license from NICA. There will always be at least 2 leaders who have current first aid training.
“FUNdamentals” is for kids who have completed NICA Discovery New Friends or who have had some level of experience mountain biking. This NICA Discovery program level focuses on development and fluency of fundamental skills needed for safe and fun trail riding, group cooperation, riding together, and building stamina for spending more time on the bike.
Participants must be 7 years of age by program start date and able to ride a bike without training wheels and have some experience riding with a group before joining this level. If you are unsure that this level is appropriate for your child, please reach out to Julie Samples, site director [email protected]
NICA Discovery Hurricane, WV FUNdamentals (level 2) meets Tuesdays at 5:30 pm at Hurricane City Park
September 8
September 15
September 22
September 29
October 6
October 13
Required Equipment
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Helmet - Less than 5 years old that fits your child’s head well without moving around while they ride.
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Footwear - Closed-toe (non-Croc like) shoes that fastened by laces, straps or buckles
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Bike - Bike with knobby tires, gears, and two hand brakes. Bike tires should be no smaller than 20 inches.
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Bike repair items - A replacement tube that fits your child’s tire. (dropped off at day one check in and returned at close of program if they are un-used.
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Snug fitting small backpack - Kids need to be able to carry water and snacks with them at all times.
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Snacks/Hydration - Kids should always bring a snack and hydration with them to Discovery.
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Examples could include a granola bar, fruit snacks, or something that can easily be stored in a pocket or pack.
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Hydration should consist of non caffeinated sports drinks or just good ole water!
Recommended Equipment
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Gloves - full-finger gloves to protect hands from abrasions in the case of a fall
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Eye protection - generic sports glasses to protect from dust and debris (and bugs) kicked up while riding
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Windbreaker / light rain jacket - weather conditions change throughout the season, your child should be prepared to ride in the conditions that are present on the day. Sessions will be altered or canceled if the weather conditions are unsafe.
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Athletic /Cycling shorts - Loose fitting athletic shorts or pants. Cycling specific shorts are not required but some kids may be more comfortable.
What to Expect
Each session is broken down into 3 sections.
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Opener activities and objective/expectation setting
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Skills activities and Games
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Wrap up and Reflection
There will be a break mid-session for snacking/hydrating and general check in.
Each session builds on skills learned in the previous session. To get the MOST out of NICA Discovery make sure your child can attend every session!
In FUNdamentals the sessions consist of riding and playing in a park-like setting with options to ride beginner friendly trails.
Kids should come ready to learn, play, ride and explore!
Backpack examples
A small pack that fits snugly and is just big enough to carry a water bottle and snacks, and maybe a small found treasure or two is great.
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Helmet examples
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Bike examples
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Guide to Kids' Bike Sizing
How to determine if the bike is the correct size
Standover:
While straddling the bike with feet flat on the ground, the rider should have about 2 inches of clearance between the top tube and their inseam.
Bike Wheel
Child Height (in.)
Approx. Age
Inseam (inside leg length)
20-inch
42-52
7-10
21-25
24-inch
50-58
8-12
24-28
26-inch
56+
10+
26+