Women in Trials & Family Summer Trials Day 5th July 2026
🌟 WOMEN'S & FAMILY TRIALS DAY 🌟
The MCI Trials Committee is delighted to announce our Women's & Family Trials Day – a fun, supportive and action-packed day designed to help riders of all ages and abilities build skills, confidence and enjoy the fantastic sport of motorcycle trials.
📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
⏰ 11:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Buttermountain, Manor-Kilbride, Co. Wicklow. By kind permission of Mr. John Balfe.
📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/7mvpoibqKyLsuvFR8
🏍️ Women riders coached by our experienced Trials riders:
• Kate Callaghan
• Shelly Hanlon
• Evie McStay
Riders will be divided into groups depending on experience and numbers:
🔹 Beginner (Never ridden / Very New) 🔹 Intermediate 🔹 Advanced
🔄 Morning Coaching Rotations
Three coaching stations with groups rotating throughout the morning:
✅ Balance & Control
✅ Obstacles & Technique
✅ Sections & Confidence
🧠 Mental Toughness Talk
We're delighted to welcome Lorna Lawless from Next Level Coaching, who will deliver a session focused on mindset, confidence and mental performance.
🏍️ All male adult and youth riders are invited to participate in a practice session from 11am. Sections will be laid out for all grades. From Novice to Expert
🔥 Afternoon Team Trial
The afternoon will feature a fun Team Trial, combining both female and male riders and putting the morning's coaching into practice in a relaxed and enjoyable format. More details to follow.
📸 Wrap-Up
• Group ride / parade lap
• Photo opportunities
🍔 Post Event BBQ
Stick around afterwards, relax and enjoy great company!
💶 Entry Fees
• €30 Adult
• €20 Youth
• FREE for all women riders
👕 FREE Special Edition Event T-Shirt for all women riders!
✅Registration. Please register your entry here: https://forms.gle/aTq8pXsW1xtjZgwM6
Closing date for entries is Wednesday 1st July 2026
A huge thank you to Mr. John Balfe for kindly granting permission to use this fantastic venue.
Whether you're completely new to trials or looking to improve your skills, this promises to be a brilliant day of coaching, learning and fun. We look forward to seeing you there!
Further details are available from Joanne Lawless 087 666 3217
