Welcome to Winter!

This mandatory orientation is for all instructors working directly with lessons, including certified and non-certified instructors, lead and support instructors, and parents/guardians of Sky Kids and Grommets.

Instructors are only required to attend one session. Choose the option that works best for you: in person or virtual.

If you are unable to attend either session, please email Kristen@skytavern.com to request access to the presentation.

RSVP via Bloomerang, our volunteer portal.

Come hear about the latest happenings on the mountain, upcoming programs and events, exciting projects, and what’s ahead for the Sky Tavern community.

We’d love to have you join us, connect with fellow community members, and learn more about what’s happening at Sky Tavern.

We hope to see you there! Meet at the Sky Tavern Lodge.

Our annual Party in the Sky Fall Festival wraps up the bike season as we get stoked for winter with activities for the entire family. Admission tickets required.

Why We Sky Gala is a celebration of community and a commitment to reducing barriers to outdoor access.

Together, we’ll raise crucial funds to sustain and grow Sky Tavern’s year-round programming, all in the name of Sky Tavern’s mission and values.

Simply sponsor a table to secure your place at Why We Sky Gala.

Choose from several unique sponsorship opportunities or purchase an individual ticket.

Rider’s Choice MTB Clinic

A rider‑driven clinic where you choose your focus: skill building, technique refinement, or trail‑specific tips and line choice.  Coaches provide targeted guidance and on‑trail practice to help you progress in the areas that matter most to you.  Riders will be grouped based on experience and goals.

Register Here

Rider’s Choice MTB Clinic

A rider‑driven clinic where you choose your focus: skill building, technique refinement, or trail‑specific tips and line choice.  Coaches provide targeted guidance and on‑trail practice to help you progress in the areas that matter most to you.  Riders will be grouped based on experience and goals.

Register Here

Freehub PRESENTS is an annual mountain bike film festival and community-driven event series that showcases unreleased short films from some of the best filmmakers and riders. This multi-stop film festival honors top and emerging filmmakers, riders, leaders, and storytellers who will shape the sport for generations to come. Supported by SRAM, Maxxis, evo, Leatt, and Orbea.

One ticket gets you access to the Aces game (6:05pm) and the film festival outdoors on the lawn at 7:00pm. A portion of proceeds from each ticket goes to Sky Tavern!

Purchase tickets here

Ages 8-13. 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.

Register Here

Rider’s Choice MTB Clinic

A rider‑driven clinic where you choose your focus: skill building, technique refinement, or trail‑specific tips and line choice.  Coaches provide targeted guidance and on‑trail practice to help you progress in the areas that matter most to you.  Riders will be grouped based on experience and goals.

Register Here

100% of proceeds go directly to Sky Tavern! For more information from Grass Roots Racing Reno, Click Here.‍

Register Here!

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.

Register Here

We're making snow in August! How? Our Technoalpin Snow Factory container inputs water and electricity and produces snow, so we can enjoy it even amidst the summer heat.

Summer Snow Day has activities for the whole family to enjoy — a snowman building competition, group bike rides, and a BBQ. This is also the perfect time to learn more about our winter programming and get your 2027 Learn to Ski and Ride passes. Mark your calendars because this is something you're NOT gonna want to miss.

9 - 11 AM: Riders in the Sky Youth Cornering MTB Clinic (Must register in advance on the website, $55)
11:30 AM: Family Rides on the new Meadow Skills Trail Loop
10 AM - 2 PM: Snow play and Snowman making contest. Bring proper attire.
2 PM: Winner Announced
12 - 2 PM: Community BBQ

Ages 8-13. 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.

Register Here

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.

Register Here

Progression Series #2 Day 3

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 3: Rocks & Loose Terrain/Intro to Air

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.

Register Here

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.

Register Here

Glizzy Gauntlet is the ultimate hot dog eating and mountain biking event. Teams compete in an endurance challenge that combines speed, grit, and an unholy number of glizzies. It's part mountain biking, part eating contest, and 100% chaos. A portion of the proceeds made will be going back to Sky Tavern Bike Park.

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.

Register Here

Progression Series #2 Day 2

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 2: 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.

Register Here

Ages 8-13. 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.

Register Here

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.

Register Here‍ ‍

Progression Series #2 Day 1

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

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.

Register Here

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.

Register Here

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.

Register Here

Ages 8-13. 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 3: Rocks & Loose Terrain/Intro to Air

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.

Golden Hour is a Reno mountain bike race series built for after-work adrenaline and real community racing. It’s where first-time racers line up next to fast locals, push their limits, and discover how fun mountain bike racing can be. The atmosphere is competitive, but the focus is on progression, encouragement, and shared stoke on the trails. Whether you're chasing a podium or just your best run of the day, Golden Hour is mountain bike racing that still feels like community.

Ages 8-13. 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 3: Rocks & Loose Terrain/Intro to Air

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.

Register Here