Who is it for:

MIAS courses are used by a wide range of people from different backgrounds who have varying goals but all share a passion for mountain biking. Below is a list of common reasons why people take MIAS assessments:

• People really wanting to up level their mountain biking in a group environment.

• People wanting to start a new career/improve their profession as a mountain bike leader/guide/coach.

• Outdoor professionals from other sports who would like to expand their repertoire and products that they can offer to clients

• Mountainbike professional wanting to continue their path towards becoming an EO-MTBing certified guide

• Mountain bikers who would like to improve their skills, knowledge and safety practices.

• Riders who would like a new challenge/goal to help motivate their progression within the sport.

Included:

• 3 full days of MIAS assessment (training as part of the course)

• MIAS membership fees for 1 year

Not included:

• equipment (extensive list can be found further down this page)

• lift Passes or shuttle/transport  prices at location (roughly 15€ per person per lift, at least one lift per day)

• travel

• insurance

• accommodation

Optional extras:

possibility to bolt on an additional day of riding on the day following the course.

If you want to add on this experience after the course then please let us know.

More details in the Info Sheet provided after booking.

Cost:

400€

Equipment:

• a well serviced mountain bike (not e-bike) suitable for the terrain. A modern all mountain/enduro bike with a dropper post is ideal.

• helmet (open-face works well)

• gloves

• pads suitable for a long day out with climbing (e.g enduro style knee and elbow protection). This comes down to personal preference.

• eye protection (for all conditions)

• appropriate clothing for all weather conditions

• backpack, 20l to 25l  is ideal for a guide

• water carrier

• first aid kit

• tool kit to facilitate all trail side repairs

• map of the area

• compass

• portable battery charger for phone and GPS.

• some basic spare parts for your bike e.g inner tube, rear derailleur hanger, brake pads.

• head torch and rear light

More details in the Info Sheet provided after booking.

Bike recommendation:

Bike choice is a very personal thing and not an easy task with so many options available on the market. We ride Yeti Cycles and can recommend the SB140 as a great option to take you through all levels of instructor qualifications. We would be happy to advise if you have any questions or needs for the above equipment list recommendations.

MIAS LEVELS OF MOUNTAIN BIKE QUALIFICATION

MIAS Level 3 (Mountainous Terrain)
This is a qualification for those wishing to lead advanced riders in areas defined as mountainous by mountain training UK. You will already need to be a MIAS level 2 or equivalent and show evidence through your log book that you ride regularly in mountainous terrain. You must be proficient with advanced map reading and use of GPS. You will be able to guide groups beyond 30 mins of cycling assistance. You will require advanced riding techniques to ride unpredictable mountainous terrain with drops up to 1 metre and a high level of group management.
AALS may require you to hold additional qualifications to work in this terrain (e.g. ML or equivalent qualifications, approved prior learning). Includes Red and Black bike park trails. You will be assessed within the same syllabus as lower levels but all areas need to be performed to a higher level and on more difficult terrain.