NZ MTB Academy

NZ MTB Academy NZ MTB Academy is a New Zealand based MTB programme setup to support the codes of XCO, DHI and Enduro.

The purpose for the programme is to support and develop young MTB athletes progressing from Junior into Elite. New Zealand MTB Academy - A academy setup to develop athletes in the sport of MTB (DH,XC & Enduro) as they progress from development to high performance world class level.

A big year on the bike, and now a different kind of test for Mason Parr. A shoulder dislocation and keyhole surgery have...
15/09/2026

A big year on the bike, and now a different kind of test for Mason Parr. A shoulder dislocation and keyhole surgery have him off the bike mid-season, counting down to the six-week mark before rehab starts.

After the year he's had, a National title, an Oceania Round 1 win, a Crankworx Whistler OG DH win, this is a different kind of test. And it's just as much a part of his journey as any of it.

Proud to be with you every step of the way, Mason Parr - can't wait to see you back out there!

Read Mason's full story through the link in the comments.

10/09/2026

P16 for at the World Championships in Val di Sole, Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Little Kayley would be in disbelief. Racing in a stacked junior women's field, on a track she was in the front row on, in only her second-ever World Champs - Kayley gave it everything on the day.

We're so proud to be part of this journey with you, Kayley.

Top 10 in the world ๐ŸŒJames Climo lined up in the Junior Menโ€™s XC at World Champs in Val di Sole and cracked 7th in the w...
05/09/2026

Top 10 in the world ๐ŸŒ

James Climo lined up in the Junior Menโ€™s XC at World Champs in Val di Sole and cracked 7th in the world. What a week it has been for our NZMTBA athletes, we couldn't be more proud of you all!

Philip Metzger
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Sweet Protection
Wide Open NZ
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Shimano Bike New Zealand
Shimano Bike
Orbea
Orbea MTB
Orbea FMD Racing

02/09/2026

First Junior podium at World Champs for Indy ๐Ÿฅ‰

came out of Val di Sole with P3 in the Junior Women's DH.

This time last year she was still finding her feet on the World Cup circuit off the back of an Oceania Champs win. Now she's standing on a Junior World Champs box.

Massive one for us back in NZ. We're so proud, congrats Indy.

Meet Addie ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ She first got on a bike at 3 years old, doing BMX racing and chasing her brothers around the track. Then a...
27/08/2026

Meet Addie ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ

She first got on a bike at 3 years old, doing BMX racing and chasing her brothers around the track. Then at 6, she swapped BMX for mountain biking, and that's when it really clicked.

For Addison Rutherfurd, riding isn't just about the trails. It's the friendships and connections she's built with people all over the world. It's the community. And at the end of the day, it's simple: riding her bike is where she's happiest.

NZMTBA takes on the DH World Cup in Les Gets. Huge effort from the whole academy on a stacked world stage, special congr...
23/08/2026

NZMTBA takes on the DH World Cup in Les Gets.

Huge effort from the whole academy on a stacked world stage, special congrats to our athletes who came away with placings: Malik Boatwright (P2), Seppy Binsbergen (P5), Indy Deavoll (P8) and Sterling Stevens-McNab761 (P20). Proud of every rider who lined up ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

Say hi to Millie ๐Ÿ‘‹๐ŸผMillie Junge started riding young with weekend family rides that gradually got longer and harder. As ...
03/08/2026

Say hi to Millie ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ

Millie Junge started riding young with weekend family rides that gradually got longer and harder. As her confidence grew, so did her love for it, and mountain biking became her favourite sport.

She loves the challenge, the freedom, and the rush you get from riding, whether it's a race or just a cruisy ride. There's nothing quite like it ๐Ÿšฒ

It's a pleasure to have you as part of the academy Millie Junge!

Kate Hastings has been putting together a strong first block of World Cup rounds, consistent, and constantly close to qu...
30/07/2026

Kate Hastings has been putting together a strong first block of World Cup rounds, consistent, and constantly close to qualifying for finals.

In Andorra, it all came together. The process and the support paid off: Kate qualified for finals and finished P8 ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

A great way to head into the break. Proud of you, kate ๐Ÿ™Œ

30/07/2026

Sammie Maxwell's role with the NZ MTB Academy looks different these days...

"I have a mentorship role which I really enjoy doing. I love being able to talk to younger riders and teach them what I've learnt. A big thing that motivates me is helping to create the next generation of strong and knowledgeable athletes."

We're so lucky to have her as part of our whฤnau โ™ฅ๏ธ

Read her full story via the link in the comments.

Meet Cole He got into riding because it was fun, and then decided he wanted to be good at it. Now look at him, the resul...
19/07/2026

Meet Cole

He got into riding because it was fun, and then decided he wanted to be good at it. Now look at him, the results show it ๐Ÿค™๐Ÿผ

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