coaching schedule and offerings
Schedule and offerings
Fundamentals (2hr)
Learn the fundamentals of mountain biking in this two-hour class. You will learn balanced body positioning, braking, and proper shifting techniques. Improve your confidence and stability on the trails!
September 13 (5-7pm) and October 11 (5-7pm)
Wheel Lifts and Log-overs (2hr)
Logs and other obstacles are a part of life when you mountain bike the trails in Virginia. We will teach you the proper way to ride over them by lifting your front wheel and back wheel independently and will practice the timing needed to keep your chainring safe and happy. There are several ways to lift the wheels, and we cover as many of them as we can in this three-hour clinic depending on how the group progresses. Examples include the basic front and rear wheel lifts, the manual, the ¼-punch front wheel lift, the level lift and, the bunnyhop. Prerequisites for this course include completion of a fundamentals class or a more advanced lesson in addition to possessing intermediate riding abilities.
Stay tuned for course schedule updates!
If you would like to take this course soon, please request a private lesson.
Intro to Drops (2hr)
Learn to sail off of drops and ledges in this introductory drops course. We will first learn how to roll down a ledge or drop while keeping our wheels in contact with the ground. From there you will learn to use proper form and speed to nail drops, keeping both wheels in the air until landing properly. Prerequisites for this course include completion of a fundamentals class or a more advanced lesson in addition to possessing intermediate riding abilities.
Stay tuned for course schedule updates!
If you would like to take this course soon, please request a private lesson.
Intro to Jumping (3hr)
Been eyeballing those tabletop jumps at your local park? This class will teach you the anatomy of a tabletop jump and the proper form and timing used for successfully clearing them. We begin with the basics and slowly progress when each student is ready. Prerequisites for this course include completion of a fundamentals class or a more advanced lesson in addition to possessing intermediate riding abilities.
Stay tuned for course schedule updates!
If you would like to take this course soon, please request a private lesson.
Cornering and Switchbacks (2hr)
Trails are full of high-speed corners and slow-speed turns, each requiring a different skill set. In this class, we dive into the methods for riding fast, flat turns and, slow-speed switchbacks. We’ll get you working on proper body positioning, line choice, and balance and coordination.
September 20 (5-7pm) and October 18 (5-7pm)
Private lessons and small groups
Looking for a one-on-one private lesson or to book a small group? Please follow the link below for more information!
Private lessons with Kelly
$75/hour
Add $25/person/hour for additional participants
Max 6 students
Minimum two hours
Lessons with new students begin with an assessment and teaching of body position and braking if needed
Repeat students may be eligible for one-hour sessions. Message for details
Skills available
Body positioning
Braking
Cornering
Downhill and roll-downs
Slow-speed skills (tight turns, climbing)
Trackstand
Wheel lifts
standard front and rear wheel lifts
manuals
wheelies and variations
Bunnyhops
Nose pivots
Jumping
Drops
Pumping
Private lessons with Jason
$50/hour
Add $25/person/hour for additional participants
Max 6 students
Minimum two hours
Lessons with new students begin with an assessment and teaching of body position and braking if needed
Repeat students may be eligible for one-hour sessions. Message for details
Skills available
Body positioning
Braking
Cornering
Pumping
Berm cornering
Tight turns and switchbacks
Balance skills
Climbing
Descending
Roll downs