Pewaukee Mountain Biking Club

Ride the trails and try something new!

Written by Claire S.

Did you know that mountain biking is a club in the Pewaukee School District? This exciting club gives students a chance to ride bikes, explore nature, and build new skills. Practices take place on school trails, at Heritage Hill State Park, and at Minooka Park. To learn more, we talked to two experts: Ms. Miller, a coach, and Calley Anderson, a rider on the Pewaukee team.

Meet the Coach: Ms. Miller 

Ms. Miller became a mountain bike coach because she has always loved riding bikes and helping kids learn. She even taught bike safety and summer school biking classes before joining the team. At first, she was new to mountain biking, but she learned right alongside the students!

Her favorite part of coaching is riding through the woods and being active outside. She also enjoys encouraging more girls to join through a program called GRit (Girls Riding Together), where girls can ride, have fun, and build confidence together.

Ms. Miller says the team is for everyone. You don’t need experience to join—coaches will teach you! Students can choose to race or just practice and improve their skills. She shared that mountain biking helps build strong bodies, confidence, and teamwork.

Meet the Rider: Calley Anderson 

Calley Anderson was inspired to start mountain biking by her dad. Over time, she grew to love being outdoors and enjoyed the excitement of riding on trails. She also liked improving her skills and being around others who enjoy the sport.

Last season, Calley placed 1st in the state for girls, which made her feel proud and accomplished. She said her success came from hard work, training, and setting goals for each race.

Calley encourages other students to try mountain biking. She says it’s a great way to explore the outdoors, challenge yourself, and make new friends. Being part of a team also helps build confidence and create lasting memories.

The Pewaukee Mountain Biking Club is a fun and exciting way to stay active and try something new. Whether you want to race or just ride for fun, this club has something for everyone. If you enjoy being outside and riding your bike, this could be the perfect activity!