Air Maiden 2016

Air Maiden, the original Scottish all-women’s freeride event, returns to Glentress in mid-May.

After a three-year break, Lynne Aitchison (now Armstrong) and the team are bringing back this hugely popular weekend of coaching to the Tweed Valley.

During its five-year reign at Glentress Freeride Park, around 50 women travelled each year from around the UK to become a ‘Maiden’, attracted by the combination of highly qualified and experienced coaches - and the chance to pick up new riding skills and reach your potential as a rider.

There’s no pressure to compete against other riders. All that’s needed is a mountain bike, an idea of what challenges you’d like to overcome, from jumps and drops to skinnies and berms, and a healthy dose of enthusiasm.

While the event offers a chance to ride with and learn from some of the UK’s most talented riders, there is also a focus on having fun with like-minded female riders of all standards in a relaxed and supportive environment.

It’s a format that has helped hundreds of women to push themselves out of their comfort zone. In fact, every year most Maidens attempt - and nail - the event’s purpose-built trick jump in what is always a very grand finale to a fantastic weekend.

Event added by: billy1979

IMPORTANT: To the best of our knowledge the details provided are accurate at the time of listing. However, as with any outdoor event of this type, there can always be unforeseen circumstances that will lead to changes or cancellations. For all demo days, please check with the organiser directly to confirm the event is going ahead, timing, location, bike availability and any other additional detail.