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Geared towards secondary school students these events not only engage youth in healthy social and active recreation but brings a heightened appreciation of nature, the environment, self-reliance , self-learning and independence, all as part of riding a bike in the outdoors. By extension, this program also engages and educates teachers and parents.

Rally your riders, build your team, and get ready to race, learn, and grow on some of the best school-friendly mountain bike trails in Australia.

The Format

3 Timed Stages, 5 Runs, Fastest On Each Counts!

The Rocky Trail Academy Racing is an essential part of the junior rider development program, focused on fostering the grass-roots development of the cycling sport.

Geared towards secondary school students, these events are generally held on a Friday and are designed to not only engage youth in healthy social and active recreation but also to cultivate a heightened appreciation of nature, the environment, self-reliance, self-learning, and independence, all as part of riding a bike in the outdoors; by extension, this program also actively engages and educates teachers and parents.

Participants will enjoy an exciting racing experience and a fun event atmosphere—creating great shared memories—while having the opportunity to test their riding ability across three core skill areas on some of the most popular mountain bike trails across QLD, NSW, and VIC: EnduranceSpeed, and Technical Skills.

Whats Included

Your School, Your Team, Your Way!

Your registration fee ensures a professional, safe, and memorable race day experience. The following is included for every registered student:

Race Essentials:

  • Personalised Race Plate with Timing Chip
  • Live Timing throughout the event
  • Event Photography (Photos are posted online within 3-4 days and are included in the entry fee.)

Safety & Support:

  • Professional First Aid on site
  • Race Starters on all stages
  • Dedicated Event Marshalls
  • Bike spares and support 

Event Atmosphere & Amenities:

  • Event Village with music and race commentary
  • Podium presentations supported by Sendy
  • Free giveaways from our event partners
  • Food, Coffee & Drinks Vendors (cash or card sales
  • Toilets

BONUS ROUNDs!

Graduation Cup

The Graduation Cup is a unique, team-based event hosted at selected venues that combines individual skill with collaborative team spirit.

The competition consists of three timed sections (Endurance, Speed, and Technical Ability). Each rider participates individually, tackling the courses and being ranked based on their performance. Each rider must complete a minimum of 1 timed run on each of the three tracks.

The DestinationS

Epic Events in stunning Locations

We handpicked the best Gravity trails across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria to bring you awesome rounds of enduro goodness!

Select Your Round

Check out all the upcoming Rocky Trail Academy events:

2026

Sunshine Coast Schools Comp – Sugar Bag

2026

South East Queensland Schools Comp – Ipswich

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