New to riding? No problem. We start right at square one with you! In the first class of our program, we learn the importance of proper body positioning and stance to give you the best balance. As well we go over braking and shifting to get you started in the right direction.

• learn neutral and ready position and when to use each

• use our range of motion to keep our center of gravity over our bike

• learn a seated climb and how to use it effectively

• practicing with both front and rear brakes using each separately and together

• learn to shift through your gears efficiently

Using what we learned from the first class we can start to add on skills like front and rear wheel lifts to get up and over obstacles like roots and rocks. Then taking it to the trails we learn to continuously scan what we're riding to navigate the terrain at a fast pace.

• learn to execute a front and rear wheel lift

• learn about different terrain types and what gives you the best traction

• learn to use our "now" and "next" field of view on the trail

• using all information taken in from the trail to select the best lines

Starting with the basics of a good line selection, we learn to maneuver through our turn with confidence. We will go over how to look through a corner as well as the skills needed to stick the bike to the ground for the most traction and control while descending.

• identifying the apex of the corner for your line selection

• learn bike angulation and when to use it

• learn tight, low speed flat cornering technique

• tying together multiple corners at a higher speed

• learn cornering while descending and corners with berms

Progress to riding more challenging terrain! First we will start with learning the proper body positioning and action needed to preform a roll down. Then we work on repetitive roll downs to tie together more than one at a time to descend stepped roots and rock.

• learn the body position and motion to perform a roll down

• learn to identify a roll down feature on a trail and set up for it

• tying together multiple roll downs on a trail

• tie together skills from each lesson on trail with an evaluation and feedback

To ride efficiently means you can ride longer and go farther before tiring out. We will learn how to keep a good cadence to keep you going. Then learning to shift effectively and at a higher rate while climbing and descending which can make a big difference in your overall riding. 

Learn to maintain momentum through corners using lean angle and bike/body separation. We will practice this on both flat and bermed corners along with learning how to choose the best line. Connecting the trail with corners will give you a smoother and faster ride.

First we will learn the limit of what we can roll and what we have to drop. Knowing what your bike can do is essential in choosing which motion you need to use. Then we explore drops different launch angles and learn the difference in executing each.

Get comfortable with chunky descents. This combines body positioning with front and rear wheel lifts to get over all the roots and rocks a trail can throw your way. Learn to scan the terrain and adjust on the fly to gain the most traction and control! 

Once you have selected a date and time to register for, we'll discuss what you would like to work on! After we have that ironed out we will send you a confirmation email. This will include all instructions needed and your invoice.