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This clip explores the appeal of mountain biking featuring a member of ‘The Clan’, Scotland’s top downhill mountain biking team. We see how this fast and spectacular sport attracts racers as young as 13. It can be dangerous and riders have to wear appropriate protective clothing. The film also demonstrates how the bikes ridden by professionals are very specialised and feature sophisticated suspension forks and brakes.

Students could each be given a piece of paper and anonymously write down their thoughts and feelings when they try something new. This could be a frightening activity like downhill mountain biking, or something fun like exploring a theme park. Students could gather these emotions together and put them on the board. They could discuss these as a group and discover the commonalities and differences. How might one overcome negative feelings or turn them into the positive emotions?

Students could also discuss how active sports can play an important role in keeping a person fit, and how this is important for a healthy lifestyle. What precautions would students take if they were about to go mountain biking? The students could be encouraged to investigate a range of sports and activities available in their own local area, and the opportunities offered to them to participate in such activities.