LEARN TO RIDE PROGRAMS

Our Riders in the Sky programs are uniquely designed for Women-Inclusive, Youth (ages 8-13), and Adult classes. All clinics are offered for beginner to intermediate riders unless otherwise noted. Our clinic calendar operates from June through September. Each clinic will split into groups based on skill ability and terrain preference. Beginners will dive into fundamentals before progressing at a manageable pace, while Intermediate groups will briefly review fundamentals, dedicating the majority of the class to progression and building intermediate skills.

YOUTH CLINICS (AGES 8-13)

Our Youth clinics are designed to teach courage and self-confidence through the basics of bike handling — braking, body positioning, and shifting — via fun drills and games.

YOUTH PROGRESSION SERIES (AGES 8-13)

Our popular 3-day Progression Series for youth riders starts with the fundamentals and works towards basic and advanced skills through in-depth instruction and fun bike-related games. Participants take notice of progressing skills each day as we enjoy gaining confidence through team-building exercises and repetition.

Wanting to hit the trails with confidence, but not quite sure how to get there? Let our Riders in the Sky mountain bike skills clinics show you how to do it, the right way! Our clinics are led by professional, certified mountain bike coaches. Affordably priced for accessibility to the community, participants learn on-trail fundamentals and progressive techniques while building confidence, all in the name of FUN! Whether you’re just starting your mountain bike journey or looking to sharpen your foundation, our clinics provide a supportive environment and community to hone your skills.

2026 Clinic Schedule Coming Soon

Women’s Camp Weekend 2026: June 20-21

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The following course descriptions are a general idea rather than a rigid agenda of the day’s lesson. Each course will be dynamic, flowing seamlessly with the progress and interests of the group.

MTB FUNdamentals

MTB Fundamentals builds the essential skills every rider needs—speed control, body position, and smart line choice. Designed for beginner to intermediate riders, this class focuses on developing stability and balance, empowering you to ride with confidence and control.

All Things Cornering

Learn essential cornering skills like bike-body separation, riding berms and switchbacks, and maintaining control on Tahoe’s loose and variable terrain. This class is perfect for beginner and intermediate riders eager to boost their confidence and smoothness through every turn.

ROCKS AND LOOSE TERRAIN

Sharpen your braking skills and master tactics to confidently navigate loose and steep terrain. Refine your body position to effortlessly flow over rocks, and develop line-choice strategies for a smoother, more controlled ride. This clinic is designed to equip you with the essential techniques needed to tackle the diverse and technical challenges of Tahoe’s trails with confidence.

Intro to Air

This introductory course for beginner and intermediate jumpers starts with the fundamentals of bike control and progressively guides participants through small jumps and drops tailored to skill level. To join, participants must have attended at least one Sky Tavern or equivalent clinic within the past two years.

Progression Series

Progression Series clinics are sold as a three-day package. Each group will work on various skills and progress according to the skill level and interests of the group. An example of a possible Progression Series program is:

Day 1: FUNdamentals

Day 2: All Things Cornering

Day 3: Rocks & Loose Terrain/Intro to Air

WOMEN-INCLUSIVE CLINICS (AGES 14+)

Our women-inclusive clinics are all about camaraderie, progression, and fun. Our women instructors will focus on several specific skills, followed by a guided ride where we put our new skills to practical use on the trail.

WOMEN-INCLUSIVE PROGRESSION SERIES (AGES 14+)

Step up your riding game with our 3-day Progression Series, our most popular adult program. This series groups participants relative to skill level, developing our skills and confidence as our coaches set goals, critique, and provide feedback to create lasting progress in our riding.

ADULT CLINICS (ALL GENDER, AGES 14+)

Our Adult clinics promote progression in riding, gaining confidence, and new skills. Each clinic will focus on several specific skills, followed by a guided ride where we will hone our skills on the trail.

TEEN GRAVITY SERIES (AGES 12-17)

Ready to take on the challenge of enduro and gravity racing? This series is designed for young riders who aspire to sharpen their braking, perfect body positioning, confidently handle rocky and steep terrain, and improve their air skills. Note: This is an advanced series—not an introduction to mountain biking. Newer riders should start with our youth or teen/adult clinics to build the foundational skills needed to participate.