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Ride With Confidence

Expert coaching for all levels — from first-timers to seasoned racers.

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What We Offer

Choose the format that fits your goals — focused one-on-one coaching or an energetic group clinic. Both are led by GSMBC Level 2 certified instructors.

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Private Lessons

  • Personalized 1-on-1 or small group coaching
  • 1–4 riders of any ability level
  • 2-hour minimum — pick your trail, pick your focus
  • Locations: Charlotte Area, Rattlesnake Bike Park, DuPont
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Skills Clinics

  • Themed group sessions — jumps, cornering, fundamentals & more
  • 5–7 riders per clinic
  • 3-hour sessions with structured skill progressions
  • Open to all levels — beginner through advanced

Why Ride Skills?

We've spent decades on the bike so you can progress faster on yours.

GSMBC Level 2 Certified

Both instructors hold GSMBC Level 2 certifications — the highest standard for mountain bike instruction — and are also PMBIA certified.

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25+ Years On The Bike

From BMX racing as kids to Enduro World Series starts as adults — our instructors have ridden and raced at every level.

Local Trail Knowledge

We teach on the trails we ride year-round — Charlotte, Rattlesnake Bike Park, and world-class DuPont State Forest.

Veteran owned business

Veteran Owned

Proud to be a veteran-owned small business. Discipline, attention to detail, and commitment to every student — every session.

What Riders Are Saying

“We had an amazing experience. Patrick is a phenomenal teacher and coach. I appreciated the individual attention each one of us got and Patrick was super attentive and encouraging. I highly recommend this clinic!!”

Marcos D.

Jumps & Drops Foundations

“I’ve taken two classes with Patrick and Josh — both were outstanding. They keep a perfect 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Patrick and Josh are exceptionally talented instructors who adjust their teaching to match each rider’s skill level. After each session I’ve noticed significant improvement in my riding and confidence.”

Kevin A.

Jumps Foundations Clinic

“Patrick was a very informative instructor. We had three students all at different levels and he was able to adjust the curriculum to keep all three of us learning and having fun. I’d highly suggest booking a clinic with Ride Skills if you want to continue progressing your skills.”

Ray R.

Jumps & Drops Foundations

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