Athletic Skills Development

What is the primary goal when increasing terrain in a rider's training?

To increase the challenge as much as possible
To minimize the increase in challenge (correct)
To always blend two skills together
To focus on a single skill only

What is a benefit of blending two skills together into one movement?

It creates inefficiency in the movement
It develops each skill further (correct)
It only works for advanced riders
It increases the difficulty of the skill

At what level of skill development can the instructor/coach begin to problem solve and plan with the rider?

When the rider is a beginner
When the rider has mastered a single skill
When the rider has never made a mistake
When the rider has reached autonomous movements (correct)

What is a characteristic of a rider who has reached the autonomous movement level?

They are less likely to reinvest in their training (B) Signup and view all the answers

How should the instructor/coach approach the rider's training at the autonomous movement level?

By using a variety of coaching strategies and teaching methods (C) Signup and view all the answers

What skill is primarily developed through the manual lifting of the front wheel?

Balance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'POKE' in the manual lifting technique?

To move the bike ahead (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what type of terrain is the manual lifting technique recommended to be practiced?

Smooth, flat terrain (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of mastering the manual lifting technique?

To improve balance skills (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'BUZZ' in the manual lifting technique?

To carefully sit on the rear tire (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended seat position for practicing the manual lifting technique?

Lowered seat (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pressing the bike about two feet before the end of the drop?

To unweight the wheels and prevent the bike from nose diving (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should the rider do to absorb the rear wheel after pressing the bike?

Relax the knees (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a rider who has reached proficiency in skills?

Can consciously think about movements without reducing performance (A) Signup and view all the answers

What determines the need to perform all three techniques (PRESS, ABSORB, and POKE)?

Rider's speed and size of the drop (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the THREE C's?

To determine when students are ready to progress (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of instructors when teaching riders at the proficiency level?

To develop riders' unique style while maintaining technically sound movements (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many times must a student perform a maneuver consistently to be considered consistent?

At least 4 or 5 times (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of instructors when teaching riders at the typical level?

To focus on technical components of riding (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the final stage of the THREE C's?

Autonomous (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a rider who is at the typical level?

Has inconsistent results in easy environment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of exploring cross-training methods?

To refine and develop the same movement patterns in different sports (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the six key factors that can affect a person's ability to perform?

E.E.P.P.T.T. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to performing a bunnyhop?

Practicing a strong, high front wheel lift (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the second half of the bunnyhop maneuver?

Scooping and poking to lift the rear wheel (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to practice separate front and rear wheel lifts?

To master the separate components of the bunnyhop (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is important to remember when performing a bunnyhop over an obstacle?

To execute the maneuver at a set distance from the obstacle (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two key components of timing for a bunnyhop?

Speed and distance (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the bunnyhop considered an advanced technique?

Because it takes time and practice to learn (A) Signup and view all the answers