Mountain Bike
Trail Therapy

Mountain Bike Trail Therapy at Comrie Croft

Trail Therapy is an innovative intervention programme that seeks to use mountain biking in combination with more traditional therapy techniques to support those with a diagnosed mental health illness.

The Trail Therapy programme is 6 - 8 weeks long, with one 2hr session per week. Throughout the 6 weeks participants will discover FLOW and how Mountain Biking merges focus and intentional movement to give incredible results:

Mindfulness & focus
Socialising – mountain biking is a catalyst for conversation
Emotional regulation
Decision making

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“Natures peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves”

— John Muir

MTB Trail Therapy Practicioners

Emily was the first person to to complete all the requirements to become a fully qualified MTB TT Practitioner. Scott qualified shortly after. This means as a minimum they both hold the following qualifications:

MTB Guide qualification
MTB Coaching qualification
Trail Therapy Practitioner Course (4 days)
Mental Health First Aid
Members of the PVG scheme
Outdoor First Aid qualified

“Thank you so much for introducing me to mountain biking. It has so helped me with my mental health and my battle with anxiety and depression.”

“Trail Therapy has changed my life, it has done more for me than any intensive therapy or medication”

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Please get in touch if you or someone you know would benefit from this programme.

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Trail Therapy Consultancy

We’re proud that Trail Therapy has inspired others to start similar initiatives. Our model has been built over years of practical experience alongside DMBinS and their partners, and we’re still learning every day.

If you're looking to develop your own version of Trail Therapy, we offer consultancy and support sessions tailored to your needs. This helps us keep our own program sustainable and continue supporting those who need it most.

We offer guidance tailored to you — whether you're starting a similar project, training your team, or looking for feedback on an idea.

A chance to say hello, share what you're working on, and see if we’re the right fit to help.
A focused 1:1 session on a topic of your choice — from delivery models to referral pathways, impact reporting to kit set-up.
Perfect for teams or organisations wanting a deeper dive into how we run Trail Therapy, including guiding principles, risk, inclusivity, and outcomes.
For those looking for regular input or guidance, we can discuss a package that suits your timescale and goals.

What We Offer

Notes on Cost

We’re committed to sharing our learning as widely as we can — especially with grassroots and community-led groups. If cost is a barrier, please get in touch. We can offer sliding scale or ‘pay what you can’ rates in some circumstances.