Top Step Development is proud to promote cycling at a very young age by developing a program that will empower kids ages 6 and up to learn the basic skills required to ride on mountain bike trails, with an introduction to racing on our team and advanced skills when ready.

Practice schedule: Starting Oct 1st and every Tuesday, and Thursday, 4:30-5:30 pm Through May 29th, 2025

Must-have Equipment:

Mountain bike with gears and hand brakes. Tires need to be knobby for dirt trail traction.

Proper fitting helmet. Helmets must stay snug during riding.

Gloves. Hands tend to get sweaty, and full-finger gloves protect against slipping on the grips and any chances of falling and scraping hands and fingers.

Glasses for eye protection. The trail is full of bugs, dust, and low-hanging branches that may hit the face during riding, so eye protection is mandatory.
Optional knee and elbow pads are recommended

Cycling Water bottle and water bottle cage or hydration backpack.


​For our newer rider's MT bike Fundamentals will be taught and tested:
Ready/neutral position for descending hills
Side/Side bike body separation
Pedaling/shifting efficiently
Controlling speed and braking safely
Cornering confidently
Handling obstacles and rocky terrain
Riding with vision
Ratcheting and momentum

Cycling program age 13-U23

At the Academy, we teach all aspects of cycling: MT Bike, Gravel, Road, and Track.
Open to all abilities, from seasoned racers to just starting to train. (our coaches can teach all levels)
Athletes will be placed in groups based on abilities.
The program includes core and strength training (15-18) strength training in the gym. (Amped Fitness membership not included)
You must have a MT bike for Markham Park training and a road bike for our road programs. (Limited bike rental is available.) We have track bikes for the velodrome.
We cover basic mountain bike skills to elite racing, an introduction to track cycling to elite track racing opportunities, road skill development opportunities, an introduction to racing, and being selected for the elite travel team.
Elite athletes on a national training program will train on the weekends and travel to races. (separate schedule)
The Academy provides a collegiate pathway and scholarship opportunities for dedicated athletes.

Four our newer riders MT bike Fundamentals will be taught and tested.
Road skills with group ride etiquette
Track certification.
Weight training instruction.

High school and Middle school mountain bike program. The program team fee is $75 billed monthly from Dec 1st - May 1st. Ask about sibling discounts if you have more than one child.

Must-have Equipment:

Mountain bike with gears and hand brakes. Tires need to be knobby for dirt trail traction.

Proper fitting helmet. Helmets must stay snug during riding.

Gloves. Hands tend to get sweaty, and full-finger gloves protect against slipping on the grips and any chances of falling and scraping hands and fingers.

Glasses for eye protection. The trail is full of bugs, dust, and low-hanging branches that may hit the face during riding; hence, eye protection is mandatory.

Cycling water bottle and water bottle cage or hydration backpack

Skills our students will learn:

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Learn about all the bicycle components and their purpose.

Check over their own bikes for safety and simple maintenance, such as tire pressure setup and chain lubrication.

Ready/neutral position for descending hills

Side/Side bike body separation

Pedaling/shifting efficiently

Controlling speed and braking safely

Cornering confidently

Handling obstacles and rocky terrain

Riding with vision

Ratcheting and momentum

Develop endurance and overall health through low-impact exercise.

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EQUIPMENT SPONSOR CONTRIBUTION

Alex's Bicycle Pro Shop partly sponsors our program, and they are providing participants with the following benefits:



$50 voucher towards a Tune-up to ensure the bikes are in good working order. Additional fees may apply in the event parts, such as tires, brake pads, etc., to complete the Tune-up and have the bike ready for the trails.

20% off riding-equipment (Electronics receive 10%off)

15% off bicycles

Simply show up with proof of registration, and their staff will take care of the rest.


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Unlimited Studio Sessions Per Week, Priority Booking, 1 Report per Session
Classes are run in ERG mode on wahoo smart trainers. Bring your bike, and towel.
Intervals are based on your functional threshold power numbers. If you don't know your numbers we can also test for you to determine your training zones.

Classes are run in ERG mode on wahoo smart trainers. Bring your bike, and towel.
Intervals are based on your functional threshold power numbers. If you don't know your numbers we can also test for you to determine your training zones.

1 Studio Sessions Per Week, 1 Report per Session.
Classes are run in ERG mode on wahoo smart trainers. Bring your bike, and towel.
Intervals are based on your functional threshold power numbers. If you don't know your numbers we can also test for you to determine your training zones.

Gold: 375.00/m Full Coaching Plan. 6 days per week Training Peaks Plan with Initial FTP. An ongoing relationship between client and coach in which detailed daily programs are written for the client, using Training Peaks software: custom Training plan, Unlimited training plan adjustments, daily workout, and file analysis. Unlimited coach communication via phone, text, and email. Same-day coach responsiveness. Fit adjustments as needed. 15% off nutrition and equipment needs. Paid premium training peaks account. Total Strength and conditioning for cycling program with one-on-one instruction.

Silver: 235.00/m Athlete Specific Training. Complete Coaching Training Peaks Plan. An ongoing relationship between client and coach in which detailed daily programs are written for the client, using Training Peaks software. Communication may include phone conversations, emails, texts, occasional face-to-face meetings, and/or training sessions. Our coaches will have you ready for your next goal or event. Custom Training plan with training plan adjustments as needed based on your schedule and schedule changes. bike fit adjustments as required for local athletes. Total Strength and conditioning for the cycling program are included with one-on-one instruction at an additional cost.

Starts on the date of purchase. Never Expires.

1x Power test.
Test includes: 1 minute, 5 minute and 20 minute power profile.
We will determine your strength and weakness and where you need to spend your training time according to your power numbers.
Set up all your training zones in training peaks or garmin connect.
Learn how to get the most use out of your power meter by incorperating your test data.

Starts on the date of purchase. Valid for 1 month.

1 session of one on one coaching with Steve Mlujeak. $75.00 per hour.

Custom triathlon training plan for swim, bike, run & strength.
Includes initial FTP; then every 8 weeks. Priority booking at KICKR studio.
Race build, taper guidance and race day planning.
Minimum 3 month commitment.

Respect your distance, train appropriately, and you'll have a great race day experience. Listen, there is no doubt that triathlon training requires some intense training time but the reality is most people do too much quantity and not enough quality. We call this "BS miles" and prefer to see our athletes train, rest, and still excel in other areas of their life. We create customized plans for each athlete. The plan is loaded into Training Peaks on a weekly basis and designed based on your goals and your available training hours. Frequent communication between athlete and coach. We also analyze power files and data to help you understand your training and race zones. This is reflected in the monthly fee.

Starts on the date of purchase. Valid for 4 weeks.

2 sessions of one on one coaching with Steve Mlujeak. $65.00 per hour.

Starts on the date of purchase. Never Expires.

3 sessions of one on one coaching with Steve Mlujeak. $55.00 per hour.

Starts on the date of purchase. Never Expires.

Start up Fee for Top Step Coaching plan. Includes first FTP in Studio, Review of Athlete intake form, body composition and training peaks account set up.

For ages 14-18. Junior Cyclist and U-23 athletes that are full time students Training 6 days a week with the Top Step Academy team. Plan includes Training Peaks Plan, FTP, analysis, studio sessions and strength training. Local athletes: reduced AMP Gym Member Rate. Heart Rate monitor and cadence sensor mandatory, Power meter recommended.

Rental of road, track, MT bike.
Must sign bike agreement and return bike when directed in the same condition as rented.

Additional charges may be charged for parts that may be damaged or need replacing after rental. For example bar tape, if crashed shifter hoods, seat, tires.

Customer is responsible for all repairs.

Starts on the date of purchase. Never Expires.

1x FTP TEST in PRIVATE SESSION.