Pre-season opportunity for mountain bikers of all ages and skill levels to build community & gear up for racing.
Free family bike event to help parents and kids ride safe, smart, and joyfully.
Mountain bike race series for kids in 5th grade & under to learn the ropes of racing in a safe, fun environment.
Pay-what-you-can short track mountain bike races to support youth cycling programs.
Bringing friends and families together to explore Folsom on two wheels and kick off May is Bike Month.
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
A unique single day stage format endurance XC race featuring a mid-race boat transfer.
Eight race cyclocross series in the greater Sacramento area in October-December.
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
Learn-to-Ride classes for kids not yet pedaling or only pedaling with training wheels.
An after-school youth cycling program for kids in 8th grade and under to progress their bike skills.
Free balance bike races for ages 3-6 with fun on-course obstacles like pool noodles and bubbles.
A mountain bike ride club for middle school students to take their riding skill, fitness and social experience to the next level.
Summer Ride Camps for kids in 2nd-8th grade to make lasting memories on bikes.
Community-funded scholarships for Clipped In for Life events and programs. Donate or apply today!
Step 1 (new members): Book a free trial class for our coaches to assess your child’s riding ability and recommend a class.
Step 2: Check out our class schedule for your child’s Grip Level.
Step 3: Register your child for a Grip Academy membership (see table below for options). Spring 2026 Grip Academy memberships are a three month billing cycle commitment, billed automatically on the first of each month (March 1, 2026; April 1, 2026; and May 1, 2026).
Step 4: Once you’ve purchased a Grip Academy membership, log in to your account and RSVP for the class(es) you plan on attending each week. Reservations may be changed up to five hours in advance of class without penalty.
Join Grip Academy anytime! Pro-rated membership price available based on the date you join.
| Grip Academy Membership | Price (Per Child) | Billing | What's Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grip Academy Membership Spring One Class/Week Membership | Price (Per Child) $102 per month | Billing 3 billing cycle commitment | What's Included Allows student to attend up to one Grip Academy class per week |
| Grip Academy Membership Spring Two Classes/Week Membership | Price (Per Child) $153 per month | Billing 3 billing cycle commitment | What's Included Allows student to attend up to two Grip Academy classes per week |
Step 1: Start here with a quiz to find your child’s Grip Level.
Step 2: Check out our class schedule for your child’s Grip Level.
Step 3: Register your child for a Grip Academy membership (see table below for options). Winter 2025-26 Grip Academy memberships are a four month billing cycle commitment, billed automatically on the first of each month (November 1, 2025; December 1, 2025; January 1, 2026; and February 1, 2026).
Step 4: Once you’ve purchased a Grip Academy membership, you will need to login to your account and RSVP for the class(es) they plan on attending each week. Reservations may be changed up to five hours in advance of class.
Not ready to commit and want to learn what Grip Academy is all about? Click here to book a free trial class.
| Grip Academy Membership | Price (Per Child) | Billing | What's Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grip Academy Membership Winter One Class/Week Membership | Price (Per Child) $76 per month | Billing 4 billing cycle commitment | What's Included Allows student to attend up to one Grip Academy class per week |
| Grip Academy Membership Winter Two Classes/Week Membership | Price (Per Child) $115 per month | Billing 3 billing cycle commitment | What's Included Allows student to attend up to two Grip Academy classes per week |
Kids will need a bike and helmet to participate in Grip Academy. If you do not have a bike and require assistance in obtaining one, please email us at community@clippedinforlife.org.
Please note, kids must be pedaling without training wheels in order to participate in Grip Academy. If your child is not yet pedaling on two wheels, please register for one of our Get Rollin’ Learn-to-Ride Classes.
In addition to a bike and helmet, please come prepared with the following:
Demo bikes available: Kids ages 6 & under in White and Yellow Grips have the option to use our demo fleet of Strider balance bikes and helmets. The Strider bikes we use are specially designed to teach kids the basics of two wheeled operation using their legs for propulsion and when they’re ready, quickly convert to a pedal bike with coaster brake.
Our demo Strider bikes will fit kids within the following measurements:
Inseam Length: 16 – 23 in.
Rider Height: Approx. 37 – 49 in.
Seat Height: 15 – 22 in.
Maximum Rider Weight: 80 lbs
No refunds will be offered for any reason (see full Clipped In for Life Refund Policy). Grip Academy membership fees cannot be rolled over to a future Grip Academy session, or transferred to another participant. We are not able to transfer Grip Academy registration funds to other Clipped In for Life events or programs.
Students must RSVP for the class(es) they plan on attending each week. If your child cannot attend a class, reservations may be changed up to five hours in advance of class. If your child misses a class without changing your reservation at least five hours in advance, you lose that class credit.
Membership cancellation must be requested two weeks before your next billing date. Once your membership has been charged, no refunds will be issued for any reason as outlined in our general Clipped In for Life refund policy.
Winter 2025-26 Grip Academy memberships are a four month billing cycle commitment, billed automatically on the first of each month (November 1, 2025; December 1, 2025; January 1, 2026; and February 1, 2026).
Spring 2026 Grip Academy memberships are a three month billing cycle commitment, billed automatically on the first of each month (March 1, 2026; April 1, 2026; and May 1, 2026).
To request a membership cancellation, please email us at community@clippedinforlife.org.
If we are forced to cancel a class due to unsafe weather (i.e. rain, wind, smoke, heat), students will be given the option to book a makeup class based on our schedule offerings. Refunds will not be offered for cancelled classes.
Learn-to-ride classes for kids
Point to point 50K ultra distance trail run
After-school youth cycling program
Free family bike event to help parents and kids ride safe, smart, and joyfully!
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909 Mormon Street,
Suite 104
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 905-0965
community@clippedinforlife.org
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