Our Radical Approach
Our unique way of offering fun, safe, mega-progression-sessions.
Because progression doesn’t have to be painful (or boring). We got you.
Fun
Mountain biking is fun so this part is (almost) easy. We also know that “fun” is different for everyone. We do our best to tailor your experience to what you find fun while hopefully introducing you to things you didn’t even know could be fun. Plus, fun is a vibe and our coaches bring the right amount of enthusiasm, patience, and expertise so you absolutely enjoy your time together.
Safe
Mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport so getting proper skills training can save you a lot of pain and frustration. Our coaches’ progressive approach to teaching starts students in a low-consequence setting (like the grass-room or something similar), using our “progression props”, giving you time to focus on proper body position, timing, and execution of fundamental and complex skills.
Progression
Our coaching processes methodically adds levels of complexity for each skill so that our students are powered by the confidence of these successful successions. Practice makes progress and one thing you are sure to leave with is plenty of (the right) things to practice. We call this “fun homework” and if you do your homework, you are guaranteed to see progression in your riding.
Radical Approach
Our progressive approach starts students in a low-consequence setting giving them time to focus on proper body position, timing, and execution of fundamental and dynamic skills. Then we methodically add the next level of complexity for each skill so that our students are powered by the confidence of these successful successions. It's this approach that gives our students a foundation of Radical Roots to cultivate and grow their riding to great heights.
Technique Building
Progressive approach starting in a low-consequence setting
Allow students to focus on body position, timing, and execution of fundamental and dynamic skills
Methodically add the next level of complexity for each skill
Bike Inspection
Bike safety check
Quick fit analysis
Suggestions or help making adjustments if needed for a fun and safe progression session
Personalized Feedback
Direct feedback helps you achieve your personal progression goals
Many things can be learned by watching tutorial videos or reading books but getting specific critiques to move you forward is only possible by having a highly experienced coach, like Angi, in-person.
Use of video and photo analysis will enhance the personalized feedback
Trail Time
Practical application to test out and hone your new skills
Is there a trail in your area that you want to ride with more flow, confidence, speed, and fun?
We can likely tailor the lesson for a trail of your choice
Lots of High Fives
We get just as stoked as our students when something clicks
We don't hold back celebrating your successes. Cheesy? Maybe :) We like cheese!
Continued Learning and Support
Learning can be an arduous process and it requires practice and patience
We can cover a lot of information in our sessions so we provide students with a post-clinic outline
You may end up with homework assignments to help you keep your skills sharp and progressing
We are here to help so don't hesitate to reach out
For up to 30 days after the clinic you can call or email us if you have any questions about what you’ve learned or if you need any other advice