Frequent questions

Yes! Participants are responsible for bringing their own bikes to camp. The bike must be of adequate size, in good condition and ideally clean at the beginning of the day. A mountain bike is required for all camps.

A BMX will be lent to your children during BMX activities.

Coaster brakes are not permitted.

The bikes will be distributed by the coaches on Monday morning after the reception.

Time slots reserved for children aged 2 to 4 are priced at $5. You must still reserve your spot

“All Ages” time slots are open to everyone. However, access is mandatory and subject to a fee, even if your children are aged 4 and under.

The bikes will be distributed by the coaches on Monday morning after the reception.

Camps start at 9 am and end at 4 pm. Please pick up your child between 3:45 pm and 4:00 pm. The reception of the camps will be open between 8:45 am and 9:00 am in the morning and between 4:00 pm and 4:15 pm in the afternoon.

Childcare services are available 1.5 hours before and 1.5 hours after the camp, from 7:30 to 9:00 am and from 4:00 to 5:30 pm, at a cost of $55.

A regular bicycle helmet for all camps. Long finger gloves and closed shoes are mandatory.
Shin, elbow, and knee pads are highly recommended!

Protective gear (full-face helmet, shin and knee pads, and elbow pads) will be provided to your children during BMX activities.

No, membership is not mandatory. It is included in the registration for the week of camp only. Outside of camp hours, membership is required.

Buy your access

Yes! You must provide two snacks and a lunch for each day of the camp. With the exception of Friday noon when lunch will be provided. You should still bring snacks for the day.

Yes! All items must be identified with the child’s name. It will be easier for the CNCB team to follow up when items are forgotten at the end of the camp.

Each child must have a bottle holder on their bike and a water bottle or Camelbak style hydration bag. On outings outside of the CNCB, the child must be able to carry his/her own water and snacks.

Material list:

• Mountain bike*
• We strongly recommend the use of knee and elbow pads
• Long gloves
• Clothes adapted for the practice and the weather
• A change of clothes
• Closed shoes
• A cold lunch and at least two snacks
• A hydration bag or water bottle
• Bathing suit and towel (no swimming, only water games)
• Sunscreen
• Mosquito repellent (ticks)
• Not compulsory: Children who wish to do so can bring their BMX. For the others, a BMX will be provided to each child.

*For those who have rented a mountain bike, the coaches will give it to you at the first activity.

• 7:30 am to 9:00 am: Daycare
• 8:45 am to 9:00 am: Arrival of the children
• 9:00 am to 10:30 am: Activity 1
• 10:30 am to 10:45 am: Snack break
• 10:45 am to 12:00 am : Activity 2
• 12:00 pm to 12:40 pm: Lunch
• 12:40 pm to 2:30 pm: Activity 3
• 2:30 pm to 2:45 pm: Snack break
• 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm: Activity 4
• 3:30 pm : Washing + storage
• 3:45 pm to 4:00 pm: Child pick-up
• 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm: Daycare

All groups will go on at least one full day outing during the week of camp. The outing for the 100% bike camp groups will take place in Le Parc des Sommets, either on the mountain or au Mont Oak. Participants’ lunches will be delivered by truck to a pre-arranged meeting point.

Cyclists aged 6 to 12 of all levels are welcome at the camp. However, it is recommended to have a minimum of trail experience. This ensures that the participant has the chance to enjoy the camp experience to the fullest and to push his/her limits.

The child must be able to pedal independently over a distance of 500 m.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by email at info@cncb.ca.

To complete an exemption application, please contact us at info@cncb.ca.

The cancellation and refund policy respects the consumer protection office. A full refund is offered before the first class. If there is a cancellation after the beginning of the course, we will reimburse the amount equivalent to the unexpired period of the calendar as well as a reduction of 10% of the total amount of the invoice up to a maximum of $50.

To cancel a week of camp, simply contact the team by email (info@cncb.ca) or by phone (450-534-3333).

The price depends on the camp your child would like to attend. Rates start at $415 per week.

The 100% Bike Camps run over five days, and each camp has its own activity program, which is repeated weekly. Participants are supervised by coaches trained in both technical instruction and facilitation, and they have access to cycling facilities that are unique in Quebec.

All users of the trails and outdoor facilities at the CNCB must display their access at all times.

Purchase your access

Yes! Your daily access to the CNCB also allows you to access the trails at Parc des Sommets. A daily access to Parc des Sommets also includes access to the CNCB’s outdoor facilities.

No, as your subscription includes only activities specific to the CNCB. To access Parc des Sommets, you must purchase a daily access or a subscription.

The minimum age is 12. For children under the age of 14, we require that they be accompanied by a coach or follow a clear, established program created by a coach at the CNCB.

The gym is open during the CNCB’s operating hours. To ensure availability, you must reserve your spot online in advance, whether or not you have a subscription.

Yes, you have the option to purchase a single access for a 2-hour session at a time of your choice.

Yes, subject to track availability at the time of your session.

Time slots reserved for children aged 2 to 4 are priced at $5. You must still reserve your spot

“All Ages” time slots are open to everyone. However, access is mandatory and subject to a fee, even if your children are aged 4 and under.

Good news! You can rent a balance bike free of charge when you book a pumptrack time slot for your child.

Yes! The Freestyle Zone is accessible to children of all ages, but adult supervision is required for children under 12 years old. Please note that access to the Freestyle Zone is not permitted without a bike.

No! Scooters, skateboards, and inline skates are also allowed in the Freestyle Zone.

We have two lanes. The inner lane is 181 metres long, while the outer lane is 189 metres long.

The track is accessible from opening to closing of the CNCB, according to the open session schedule.

Yes!

No, but access to the gym includes access to the indoor running track.

Yes! We provide a track bike for the duration of the initiation.

Yes! We provide a helmet and shoes for the duration of the initiation.

No extensive preparation is required to take part in the velodrome initiation, aside from being comfortable pedaling on a road or gravel bike.

Appropriate cycling clothing and a water bottle.

To take part in an open session, you must have the required certifications obtained through Initiation A and B. It is therefore not possible to ride on the track during an open session without these certifications.

To purchase a drop-in, go to the Activities section of our website and select PowerWatts training. You will then be able to purchase access, and once the purchase is completed, you can register for a session by selecting your desired date.

Select PowerWatts and click the “Make Up a Session” button. Then select the session you would like to attend.

Yes! You can rent a court for a 2-hour session (1 net for up to 4 people). Three nets are available per session.

Yes! We have balls (basketball/volleyball) and badminton equipment available to borrow during open sessions. For pickleball, equipment is automatically provided with court rental.

Up to four people can play at the same time, but rotations are also possible.

Yes, so it is recommended to form your team before booking the court.

Yes! We provide paddles and balls. The equipment is included with the court rental, whether you have your own or not.