OC Women’s Month 2026: Events, Rides, Discounts & More!
Ontario Cycling Women's Month 2026
This year we have dedicated the month of May as the annual Ontario Cycling Women’s Month. This month is not just about promotion and recognition of many valuable community contributors but also shows how diverse and vibrant the cycling community is.
Check out some of the awesome activities and events already planned for Women’s Month 2026!
MAY 1ST
NCIM Women’s Only Try the Track
Mattamy National Cycling Centre
7:00pm to 8:30pm
If you’re a female rider who is new to cycling and wants to get some experience on the track, join NCIM on Friday May 1st for a Women’s Only Try the Track event to celebrate OC Women’s Month!
Click here to register: Women’s Only Try the Track
MAY 2ND
NCCP Basic Cycling Skills
Ottawa, ON
Instructor: Chantal Thompson
Basic Cycling Skills provides an opportunity for “on-bike” practice in skill teaching and analysis, coaching, and provided lesson plans. The program is simple, based on several pre-designed lesson plans, and adaptable to participants’ varying skill and ability levels. The program’s focus is on having participants develop skills that are basic to MTB, BMX, and Road, in a controlled, off-road, off-trail setting such as a sports field or parking lot.
*To celebrate OC Women’s Month we will be providing a discount to all women looking to sign up! For all women interested please email michael.selliah@ontariocycling.org
Register Here
May 4th @5:30pm
Your Guide to Being Unstoppable – Webinar
Hosted by Molly Hurford & Sasha Gollish
Join longtime cycling journalist Molly Hurford and athlete-slash-researcher Dr. Sasha Gollish as they talk about becoming unstoppable, in your riding, racings, training and life. Based on the research-backed Unstoppable journal Sasha put out with Strong Girl Publishing, we’ll share simple strategies and easy tweaks to maximize your training gains, and more importantly, your love of the sport. When girls and women believe they can be unstoppable, there’s no end to what they can accomplish in and outside of sport.
Register Here
Speakers:
Dr. Sasha Gollish, PEng, PhD, ChPC is the executive director and co-founder of Yellow Running Shoes, a non-profit creating evidence-based, research-driven tools that help athletes build the confidence, resilience, and clarity it takes to thrive—not just survive—in sport and in life. Sasha is also an elite runner, coach, engineer, and sport researcher who has spent decades moving between the start line and the science lab. Her journal, Unstoppable, is out now.
Learn more: https://stronggirlpublishing.com/pages/authors__sasha-gollish
Molly Hurford is a cycling journalist, author of the Shred Girls series and founder of Strong Girl Publishing. When she’s not writing about bikes, she’s either riding them, talking about them on podcasts, or (gasp) running.
Learn more: https://stronggirlpublishing.com/pages/authors__molly-hurford
MAY 4TH, 11TH & 25TH
KW Cycling Academy Women & Girls – MTB Mondays – Ride and Thrive
Join KW Cycling Academy, as we celebrate Women in Cycling and continue to build the women’s cycling community!
KW Cycling Academy is hosting MTB Mondays for women and girls aged 7+. These female focused MTB sessions will help build confidence, support skills development, provide an opportunity to connect with like-minded people and grow the women and girls cycling community.
When: May 4th, 11th, 25th, 2026
Where: Puslinch Conservation Area, Cambridge (4343 Wellington Rd 32, Cambridge)
Cost: FREE! (Compliments of KW Cycling Academy)
Beginner (Riders with limited trail riding experience): 6-7pm
Intermediate (Riders with previous trail riding experience): 6-7:30pm
Registration
MAY 7TH @5:30PM
A Clinical Approach to Bike Fitting: Key Considerations for Women
Hosted By Kyle Rempel
Join Kyle Rempel for an educational seminar exploring the clinical foundations of comfort, efficiency, and performance for the female cyclist.
The Bicycle Fit Lab is a leader in evidence-based bike fitting and rider assessment. We are excited to present this educational seminar designed to empower women with a deeper understanding of the bike fitting process and how it specifically applies to the female cyclist.
This session will highlight the key anatomical, functional, and performance-related factors that influence fit, helping riders better understand how a more comfortable, efficient, and sustainable position on the bike can be achieved.
Whether you are a recreational rider or competitive cyclist, this seminar will provide valuable insight into the clinical approach to bike fitting and how it can enhance the overall cycling experience.
Registration
MAY 11TH @7:00PM
Saddle Health Considerations for the Female Athlete
Hosted By Aly Hodgins
Join us for a free webinar on May 11th at 7:00pm, for a discussion on relevant topics to the female cyclist, including saddle health, pelvic health, and injury prevention led by Aly Hodgins!
ALYSE HODGINS, MSc (PT), FCAMPT, Sport Diploma (SPC), HPC (she/her) l PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Alyse (Aly) Hodgins is a Physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience, 8 of which have been working in High Performance Cycling. With certifications from Bike Fit Canada, Retul, Sport Physio Canada and advanced training in musculoskeletal assessment and treatment, Aly has used this unique lens to support the National Track Cycling Team through 2 Olympic cycles. Aly is currently the clinic director at the Health and Performance Centre at the University of Guelph. She is involved in saddle health research involving both armature and professional cyclists. Outside of work, Aly enjoys riding her bike in Halton Hills, Curling and spending time with her 2 young daughters.
MAY 11TH, 18TH, 25TH & 30TH
Georgian Bay Women’s Cycling Club – Women’s Month Try-It Rides
Throughout the month of May Georgian Bay Women’s Cycling Club will be hosting a series of 15km no drop try-it rides to help us celebrate OC Women’s Month.
In the Georgian Bay area? Join this amazing group of women for a series of 15km no-drop rides for beginners and women interested in trying out a ride with the GBWCC.
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MAY 13TH – 6:00PM TO 8:00PM
Minii Adventures – Intermediate Advanced Ladies Ride
Trail Hub (Uxbridge)
Join Minii Adventures for an exciting evening exploring Trail Hub’s exciting gravity-fed flow trails in celebration of Ontario Cycling Women’s Month! This is a free no-drop group ride.
+ Date: Wednesday, May 13
+ Timing: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
+ Location: Trail Hub
722 Chalk Lake Rd, Uxbridge
+ Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Riders should be comfortable on blue intermediate and some black advanced singletrack.
+ Group Size: 10
+ Available for: All women age 21+
+ Investment: The ride is free to join.
Riders will need to purchase a Trail Hub trail pass and sign their Liability Waiver (on site).
Register Here
MAY 19TH @7:00PM
Ride Leader Training Info Session
Hosted by Amy White
Celebrate OC Women’s Month and join OC Membership Services Manager Chris Baskys and Ride Leader Training Expert Amy White as Amy discusses some important items potential Ride Leaders need to know about running group road/gravel activities.
Note: This webinar is only open to members of OC-affiliated clubs and/or teams.
Register Here
MAY 20TH @5:30PM
Fueling the Change: Nutrition for Peri-Menopause, Menopause & Beyond Webinar
Hosted by Nicole Springle
Nicole Springle, MAN, RD, ISAK L2, HPC (She/Her)
High Performance Certified Registered Dietitian
As your body changes, your performance doesn’t have to. This webinar is designed for women cyclists who want to confidently navigate peri-menopause, menopause, and post-menopause while continuing to train, perform, and enjoy the ride. Learn evidence-based nutrition strategies to support energy, recovery, strength, and endurance through hormonal change. Whether you ride recreationally or compete, you’ll gain clear, actionable guidance to help you fuel smarter, stay strong, and continue performing at your best.
Register Here
Tour of Kincardine – Women’s Only Discount
To celebrate OC Women’s Month they will be offering the ‘Early Bird’ Pricing for all women looking to register until May 28th!
About the Event:
The Tour of Kincardine is a mountain bike event and more! It is a cross-discipline classic bike race which follows the many single track trails and lake front of Kincardine. Most of your race time will be spent in single track. But the trail segments are connected by fast forest and lakeside routes with opportunity to pass. There is a short course route (10k) designed for beginners and a very challenging long course (30k).
Register Here
MAY 29TH
Railway City Cycling Club Women’s Only Ride
To celebrate Women’s Month, Railway City Cycling Club will be hosting a Women’s Ride (club members only) on May 29th. The ride will go from St. Thomas to Port Stanley where they will join a yoga instructor for a one hour session of beach yoga followed by a coffee stop before riding back to St. Thomas to finish the day!
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MAY 30TH
Hardwood Ultimate Women’s MTB Clinics
These clinics offer instruction and skill development for beginner and intermediate recreational riders. The Hardwood instructors will help you conquer the trails, regardless of your experience. Enjoy a healthy snack AND lunch to keep you fueled up. Come with friends or make new ones. Finish the day with one of two clinic options: Mechanics or a mobility stretch.
Hardwood is helping us celebrate OC Women’s Month by providing a 15% discount off registration! The discount will be valid from April 16th to May 31st.
Discount Code: OCAMAY
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MAY 3OTH & 31ST
Hardwood Women’s 4 Hour MTB Relay
On the May 30th & 31st weekend, the Women’s 4-Hour MTB Relay (Event Date: June 6th) course will be up and available for pre-ride for only $10 per person (whether you are registered for the event or not). This is a great way for the newer riders to test out their inclusive course and gain confidence before the only Women’s only MTB race.
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MAY 31ST – 9:00AM TO 11:00AM
GHCH Annual Girls and Women’s Ride
Golden Horseshoe Cycling Hub (GHCH) is proud to host a Girls and Women’s Ride on Sunday, May 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Devil’s Punch Bowl in Hamilton, Ontario.
This ride is designed to bring together girls and women of all skill levels in a welcoming, supportive, and encouraging environment. Participants will enjoy guided trail riding while building confidence, developing skills, and connecting with others in the cycling community. Trial ride lead by NCCP Trained Female Coaches.
Aligned with Cycling Canada’s Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) framework and GHCH’s commitment to creating inclusive and accessible programming, this event aims to:
- Encourage participation among girls and women in cycling
- Build confidence and foundational trail skills
- Create community connections through shared riding experiences
- Reduce barriers to entry for new and developing riders
- Promote lifelong engagement in cycling
Event Details Event: GHCH Girls and Women’s Ride
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Devil’s Punch Bowl, Hamilton, Ontario
Hosted by: Golden Horseshoe Cycling Hub
GHCH continues to focus on creating inclusive opportunities that support participation and development for riders of all backgrounds. This Girls and Women’s Ride represents another step forward in fostering a welcoming cycling environment and strengthening the cycling community in the Golden Horseshoe region.
About Golden Horseshoe Cycling Hub Golden Horseshoe Cycling Hub is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run cycling organization based in Hamilton, Ontario, dedicated to youth development and community cycling. GHCH delivers programming aligned with Cycling Canada’s HopOn and LTAD framework, supporting riders from entry-level participation through competitive pathways.
We look forward to welcoming riders for a morning of community, confidence-building, and fun on the trails.
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There will be many more opportunities to come so be sure to keep an eye out on our social media and our calendar!
Calendar
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