Our mission is to build a global community of mountain bike coaches and riders where we gather to connect, learn, grow and inspire each other.

Our story

Vanessa and Amanda met for a mountain biking lesson in 2021 and our passion of riding kept the two of us in touch.

We want to make a difference in our mountain biking community. Vanessa enjoys coaching other riders, but she has experienced that continuing education in mentorship, teaching and skill development is not widely available to coaches. She craved the opportunity to share her coaching knowledge and skills as well as learn with others. This is where the idea for Mountain Riders Collective was born.

Who we are

Vanessa Hair, Founder

Vanessa's purpose is to create and grow a global community of mountain bike coaches and riders who can inspire, grow, and impact each other through various mediums such as mentorship groups and online webinars. This platform is designed to help coaches and riders grow by providing unique experiences and instruction. So she made her dream a reality.

Vanessa’s certifications include:

  • B.A.C.C

  • PMBIA Level 2

  • PMBIA Kids Module 

  • Co-Active Leadership Coach 

  • 40 hour Wilderness First Aid Training 

  • x2 Provincial Alberta DH Champion

  • AFA Best Downhill Female Athlete Award 

Amanda Wondergem, Visual Designer

Amanda is the Visual Designer behind the Mountain Riders Collective branding. This is her second season of mountain biking and she volunteers as a ride lead/sweep with Muddbunnies. After taking several lessons with Vanessa, she’s found that being coached makes a world of difference in confidence and skills. Now she’s joined forces with Vanessa to strengthen a community of mountain bikers.

Amanda’s experience/education:

  • 9+ years of design experience

    • Including 5 years at a B2C fintech startup, Borrowell, leading brand development and marketing creative

  • Fanshawe College

    • Interactive Media Design & Production

    • Graphic Design

Our values

  • Connection

    We value making meaningful connections with other riders and coaches. Inspiring each other can go a long way.

  • Growth

    This looks like learning and coaching so that we can expand our skills across many areas related to mountain biking.

  • Fun

    Mountain biking is an exciting adventure! Learning and coaching can be challenging, but fun should be at the forefront of that.

  • Support

    Sometimes learning new skills is difficult, injuries are isolating and mountain biking can be frustrating. We’re here to support each other.

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