Coaching Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

These Coaching Terms & Conditions apply to all coaching services provided by Bike Minded and Lance McDermott.

By booking or participating in any Bike Minded coaching session, clinic, workshop, group ride or coaching programme, participants agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Where a participant is under 18 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must agree to these Terms on their behalf.

2. Coaching Services

Bike Minded provides mountain bike coaching services including, but not limited to:

  • Beginner mountain bike coaching

  • Intermediate mountain bike coaching

  • Advanced mountain bike coaching

  • Freestyle MTB coaching

  • Dirt jump coaching

  • Slopestyle coaching

  • Rider progression programmes

  • Skills clinics

  • Group coaching sessions

  • Community coaching events

All coaching is delivered at the discretion of Lance McDermott and authorised Bike Minded representatives.

3. Participant Responsibility

Participants are responsible for ensuring they:

  • Are physically capable of participating

  • Inform Bike Minded of any relevant medical conditions

  • Follow all coaching instructions

  • Ride within their own ability level

  • Use appropriate safety equipment

  • Maintain a safe and roadworthy bicycle

Bike Minded reserves the right to stop participation where safety concerns arise.

4. Equipment Requirements

Participants must arrive with:

  • A safe and properly maintained bicycle

  • A correctly fitted helmet

  • Appropriate clothing and footwear

  • Suitable protective equipment for the riding environment

Additional protective equipment such as:

  • Knee pads

  • Elbow pads

  • Gloves

  • Full-face helmets

may be required depending on the coaching location or activity.

Bike Minded reserves the right to refuse participation if equipment is deemed unsafe.

5. Risk Acknowledgement

Mountain biking is an action sport and carries inherent risks.

These risks may include:

  • Falls

  • Collisions

  • Equipment failure

  • Uneven terrain

  • Jumps and obstacles

  • Adverse weather conditions

  • Serious injury

  • Permanent disability

  • Death

By participating, riders acknowledge and accept these risks.

6. Rider Conduct

Participants must:

  • Respect coaches and other riders

  • Follow instructions at all times

  • Behave responsibly

  • Avoid reckless or dangerous riding

  • Respect public spaces, venues and landowners

Bike Minded reserves the right to remove any participant whose behaviour creates a risk to themselves or others.

No refund will be provided where removal results from misconduct.

7. Participants Under 18

Participants under 18 years old must have:

  • Parent or guardian consent

  • Emergency contact information provided

  • Medical information disclosed where relevant

Parents and guardians remain responsible for ensuring information provided is accurate and up to date.

Bike Minded may require a parent or guardian to remain present during coaching sessions where appropriate.

8. Weather and Safety

Coaching sessions may be postponed, rescheduled or cancelled due to:

  • Severe weather

  • Unsafe trail conditions

  • Venue closures

  • Public safety concerns

  • Circumstances beyond our control

Where possible, alternative dates will be offered.

9. Photography and Media

Bike Minded may occasionally capture photographs and video content during coaching sessions for:

  • Marketing

  • Social media

  • Website content

  • Community promotion

Participants may request not to appear in promotional content by notifying Bike Minded before the session begins.

For riders under 18, parental consent may be required before images are used.

10. Medical Emergencies

Participants consent to Bike Minded taking reasonable action during an emergency, including:

  • Contacting emergency services

  • Contacting emergency contacts

  • Providing basic assistance until professional help arrives

Bike Minded does not provide medical treatment.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Bike Minded and Lance McDermott shall not be liable for:

  • Loss or theft of personal property

  • Damage to bicycles or equipment

  • Injuries resulting from participant negligence

  • Injuries resulting from failure to follow instructions

  • Risks inherent to mountain biking activities

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where such exclusion would be unlawful under UK law.

12. Insurance

Participants are responsible for arranging any personal insurance they consider appropriate, including:

  • Personal accident insurance

  • Medical insurance

  • Bicycle insurance

  • Equipment insurance

Bike Minded strongly recommends adequate insurance cover for all riders.

13. Booking and Cancellation

Bookings, payments, cancellations and refunds are subject to the separate Bike Minded Booking & Cancellation Policy.

14. Amendments

Bike Minded reserves the right to amend these Coaching Terms & Conditions at any time.

The latest version will always be available on the Bike Minded website.

15. Contact Information

Bike Minded

Founder & Head Coach: Lance McDermott

Email: bikemindeduk@gmail.com

Website: www.bikeminded.uk

By participating in Bike Minded coaching services, participants confirm that they have read, understood and accepted these Coaching Terms & Conditions.