Trailblazing Women
introduction to Mountain Biking Clinic
Presented by Georgia Hi-Lo Trail, Trailblazing Women is committed to removing barriers, building confidence, and fostering the women’s mountain-biking community across our region. This program is designed to remove obstacles that prevent women from riding and learning to mountain bike.
This Introduction to Mountain Biking Clinic is made possible by a Gainbridge Assits grant. There is no charge to participate. The 6-hour clinic will be led by Catherine Longmire and offer women an introduction to mountain biking in a safe, supportive environment. As Head Coach of Between The Trees MTB, Cat brings over 25 years of experience and a passion for mountain biking. Her natural ability to meet new riders where they are makes Cat a perfect partner for this clinic.
To help make it possible for women to participate, we will provide bikes and helmets, childcare, lunch, and a swag bag with some riding essentials to get started.
Free to Participate
This clinic is made possible by a Gainbridge℠ Assists grant. There is no charge to participate. Advanced registration is required. Attendance is limited to the first 30 registrants.
This clinic welcomes women:
- With or without their own mountain bike
- With little or no mountain biking experience
- Who want to learn basic mountain biking skills
- Who want to help build and foster a mountain biking community that inspires more women to ride
Time and Place
Saturday, November 7, 2026
9AM – 3PM
The Trails at Forest Grove Preserve
1430 Bartow Road, Sandersville, GA 31082
Included in this clinic
Georgia Hi-Lo Trail is committed to removing barriers that prevent women from learning to mountain bike. This 6-hour clinic includes:
- 1-hour meet, greet, & bike check, 4 hours of on-the-bike instruction, and a 1-hour lunch and learning session.
- Childcare – available at no charge
- Bikes and helmets – available to use at no charge
- Swag Bag with riding essentials to get started – including Pearl Izumi bike shorts, Between The Trees t-shirt, Chamois Butt’r, water bottle, and more!
- Lunch – provided at no charge
About Catherine Longmire
Between the trees MTB
Jacksonville, FL
Between The Trees MTB has been a proud member of the mountain biking community for over 25 years.
Catherine is a passionate mountain bike coach dedicated to helping riders build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for riding & adventures. Her coaching style is supportive, fun, and progression-focused, creating a safe environment where riders can learn at their own pace and celebrate every win—big or small. Whether it’s a rider’s first time on the trails or looking to level up their skills, her goal is to empower riders to feel strong, capable, and excited every time they get on their bike.
“I was lucky enough to attend the ladies MTB retreat at Rattlesnake Bike Park. It was such a wonderful experience meeting a fantastic group and I learned a lot as a newer MTBer. Catherine made everything so easy…”
“Cat goes above and beyond to make riders of all skill levels feel comfortable on the trails, and she is a patient and excellent coach. Her attention to detail and planning are amazing!”
“Catherine is excellent at coaching and making everyone feel confident”
“Empowering and Inspiring MTB Experience with Catherine Longmire…Her extensive knowledge of bikes coupled with her compassionate nature makes her an invaluable asset to the MTB community.”
“Catherine’s commitment to empowering women in a male-dominated sport is commendable. She fosters a supportive environment where women feel valued and encouraged to push their limits. As a participant, I am proud to support Catherine and eagerly anticipate future events under her guidance.”
“Catherine Longmire is more than just an MTB coach; she is a beacon of inspiration and empowerment within our local bike community. I wholeheartedly recommend her coaching services to anyone looking to enhance their skills and confidence on the trails. Thank you, Cat, for your unwavering support and dedication to women in mountain biking.”
“Catherine is so supportive and encouraging! She is so great at building up women in such a male dominated sport. Our local bike community is lucky to have her!”
“Cat is an exceptional instructor with an attention to detail and a great way of explaining techniques. She also has an encouraging spirit that has led me to stretch myself and accomplish MTB goals in the past year that a year ago I could not have imagined doing”
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FAQs
Questions About This Clinic
Yes! We have bikes and helmets for riders who need to borrow them. Be sure to register in advance and include your size details.
If you can ride a bike, you’re ready for this clinic. Cat is a terrific coach who does an amazing job teaching basics to beginner level mountain bikers.
Yes! Thanks to a Gainbridge Assists grant, there REALLY IS NO COST to participate. We just want to see more women biking in our communities and enjoying these trails and others like them.