What prerequisites are required?

You must hold PMBIA Level 1 certification and current PMBIA membership, and complete the pre-course reading and worksheet before arrival.

What certification levels are available?

The course uses a progressive two-level assessment to qualify candidates for PMBIA Level 2 or Level 3 depending on performance.

What happens if I miss a day?

You must attend the full course to be eligible for certification; non-attendance forfeits payment and may require retest options.

Will the course run in bad weather?

Courses run in typical rain or cool temperatures; only severe trail damage or safety risks will trigger rescheduling, and courses are confirmed two weeks prior.

Are refunds available?

Non-attendance forfeits payment; injury or illness before the course with a doctor’s note may be eligible for a partial refund per provider policy.

How soon can I retest if I don’t pass?

Retest options and timelines apply; candidates generally have specified retest pathways such as 2-day AIR/TECH modules within a regulated period.

Train to Teach: PMBIA Level 2 AIR Instructor Course at Christchurch Adventure Park

At the edge of Christchurch’s Port Hills, Christchurch Adventure Park in Cashmere delivers focused, lift-accessed mountain bike terrain that acts as the classroom for a four-day PMBIA AIR Instructor course. Meeting point: Christchurch Adventure Park Cafe - 50 McVicar drive, Cashmere, Christchurch 8022. Designed for riders who already hold PMBIA Level 1 and current PMBIA membership, the course turns capable riding into teachable skills and prepares candidates for an assessed progression to Level 2 or Level 3 certification over four consecutive days. Classroom time is short; most learning happens on the hill with daily ride sessions, practice teaching, mentor feedback and skills assessments focused on cornering, descending, steeps, rock rolls, pumping and the controlled introduction of jumps and drops. Candidates complete pre-course reading and a worksheet (approximately 2–3 hours) and must attend every day to remain eligible for certification. This is not a skills clinic; it’s a professional development program that blends teaching methodology with real-world trail selection, risk management and lesson structure using PMBIA templates proven in lift-served parks. Christchurch Adventure Park’s mix of machine-built berms, natural steep lines and technical rock sections gives candidates diverse teaching scenarios: managing flow on busy lift runs, coaching braking and body position on steep pitches, and safely introducing jumps. Mentor feedback is continuous and assessment is staged, which reduces single-day pressure and provides realistic pathways for a rider to demonstrate both instructor traits and competent on-bike performance. Logistics are straightforward: days usually finish between 4:00–5:00pm with an hour for lunch, courses are confirmed two weeks before start, and normal rain or cool temperatures rarely cancel—only severe trail damage or safety risks force reschedules. Refund and attendance rules are strict; non-attendance forfeits payment and participants should not book travel until course confirmation arrives. For experienced riders who want to move from riding to leading, the PMBIA AIR Instructor course at Christchurch Adventure Park converts advanced bike control into repeatable lessons, mentor-backed confidence and a recognized pathway to teach intermediate and advanced riders in lift-accessed parks. Candidates leave with practical deliverables: lesson plans, on-trail coaching strategies, assessment feedback and an awareness of how to match progressions to rider ability. Bring a well-maintained full-suspension or hardtail bike suited to the park’s features, a certified helmet, pads and a toolkit; instructors will expect candidates to manage basic mechanical fixes during the course. Whether you aim to teach at local trail centres, work seasonally in lift-served parks, or formalize your coaching, this intensive four-day program combines proven PMBIA frameworks with hands-on repetition in one of New Zealand’s most active training venues. Arrive ready to ride, complete the pre-reading, and expect mentorship that will push your teaching skills as hard as your riding. This course builds confident instructors.

About TreadmarkNZ

TreadmarkNZ is a Queenstown‑based mountain biking operator delivering guided e‑bike adventures, private coaching, youth lessons and shuttle transport across Central Otago.
The business runs a varied schedule of half‑day and multi‑session experiences, including high‑end e‑bike rides toward lakeside routes and Arrowtown, skills sessions on trails like Bush Creek, shuttle services for Coronet Peak, and venue‑based lessons at Cardrona Alpine Resort and 7‑Mile Recreation Reserve.
Coaching covers beginner to advanced topics, with structured focus on body positioning, cornering, jump technique and downhill gravity skills. Women’s courses and progressive multi‑week programs include video feedback and tailored lesson plans. Youth sessions emphasise safety, gears, braking and terrain reading and are designed to build confidence and teamwork during school holiday programs.
Private lessons provide one‑on‑one instruction, route selection and take‑home resources such as skills PDFs; some sessions include unlimited chairlift access where available. Shuttle and transport offerings include custom pickups, premium bike handling and local trail advice to simplify the riding day.
TreadmarkNZ works with experienced local guides and instructors who focus on clear communication, professionally maintained equipment and rider safety. As a Queenstown operator featured on The Adventure Collective, TreadmarkNZ provides tailored experiences for casual riders, families, groups and committed cyclists seeking coached progression on Queenstown trails. Flexible group and private options. Booking details, availability and equipment inclusions are listed online; secure reservations recommended during peak seasons to guarantee preferred dates and guide availability.