Whistler Adventure School

07/27/2026

Canada’s cycling and micromobility sector is growing—but do we have the workforce to support it?

The Canadian Bicycle Mechanic Workforce Survey is a national initiative to better understand the state of the mechanic workforce, assess potential labour and skills gaps, and inform future training and industry development.

Take the survey: https://bicyclemechanics.ca/survey/

Open until September 14, 2026

The survey will close September 14th, 2026 Survey (English version) This survey gathers data from people in Canada currently working in the bicycle and/or micromobility industry, including bicycle mechanics, those responsible for hiring or training mechanics, and other industry employees. The purpo...

07/27/2026

Another course complete.

Over the past two weeks, these students have spent countless hours in the workshop building skills, asking questions, solving problems, and gaining confidence.

Congratulations to everyone who completed the Professional Mechanic Course.

We can't wait to see where these skills take you.

07/24/2026

Meet Chris Clark.

Whistler Adventure School instructor and professional bike mechanic since 1997.

Chris has spent decades working in the bike industry and is passionate about passing that knowledge on to the next generation of mechanics.

His goal is simple: teach people the right way to do things, build confidence in the workshop, and help more riders turn their passion into a career.

07/22/2026

A good mechanic can always find work.

Bike shops need skilled people. Race teams need mechanics. Tour operators need technicians. Riders always need someone they trust.

Learning to work on bikes is a practical skill that opens doors and stays with you for life.

Our Professional Mechanic Course is built around real workshop experience, giving you the confidence to turn a passion for riding into a valuable trade.

Your next ride might start in the workshop. Upcoming Courses: August 10th–14th & August 17th–21st

Register now: https://bit.ly/4uy3e0e

07/20/2026

Behind every great ride are skilled builders who understand drainage, sustainability, and how to create trails that last.

Learn from Whistler's own Dan Raymond, Lead Trail Builder with WORCA, as part of our Mountain Sports Technician Program.

If you've ever wanted to help shape the trails you ride, this is where it starts: https://bit.ly/4wAsTXf

07/17/2026

Advanced & Home Mechanic Courses

🏠 Home Mechanic – Learn the essential skills every rider should know.
🔧 Advanced Mechanic – Take on suspension, wheel building, diagnostics, and more
Wherever you're starting, there's always something new to learn. August Courses here: https://bit.ly/4dK90Fv

07/16/2026

Want to get paid to work on bikes?

August is your window. We're the ONLY Cytech-certified training centre in North America — and we've got seats open this month, 10 minutes from the Whistler Bike Park.

AUGUST COURSES
→ Professional Bicycle Mechanic (Cytech 1 & 2) — Aug 10–21
→ Advanced Mechanic (Cytech Tech 3) — Aug 24–28
→ Home Mechanic weekends — Aug 8–9 and 15–16

Grants can cover up to 80% of costs (shops — send your staff, the Employer Training Grant is built for this).

"You can start because you love bikes, and five years later, you realize those skills can take you anywhere." — Chris Clark, lead instructor.

Spots are limited, grab one before bike season does it for you: https://bit.ly/4wxTeF9

07/15/2026

Ready to move beyond the basics?

Our Advanced Bicycle Mechanic Course starts soon.

Spend five days building confidence with wheel building, suspension, advanced diagnostics, hydraulic brakes, and workshop techniques that modern bikes demand.

📅 July 20th–24th. https://bit.ly/4ugarRg

07/14/2026

Love bikes? Skis? Working with your hands?

The Mountain Sports Technician Program is designed for people who want to turn that passion into practical skills.

From bike mechanics and ski production to bootfitting and trail building, you'll learn from industry professionals and gain experience that's directly relevant to careers in the outdoor industry.

Applications for Fall are now open: https://bit.ly/4wAsTXf

Where could these skills take you?