Ready to conquer the trails like a Ninja? Join our mountain bike skills clinic in Bend, OR and learn to shred like a pro! Our expert instructors will teach you new skills, boost your confidence, and help you tackle the toughest terrain with ease. Plus you’ll get to bond with a bunch of other riders who share your passion (and questionable sanity) for hurtling down mountains on two wheels. Don’t miss out on this chance to have a blast and take your riding to the next level – sign up now and channel your inner Ninja!
NINJA EVENT INFORMATION FOR
Bend, OR – September 24/25, 2022
ON-LINE EVENT WAIVER | *IMPORTANT*
If you haven’t already, please sign our electronic Liability Release here: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5afd63f9ee18b/web/
**THIS IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CLINIC THIS WEEKEND**
MEETING LOCATIONS:
Fundamentals Clinics (Co-Ed / Women’s Only Fundamentals), Intermediate / Advanced Clinic, and Kids Clinic
- Phil’s Trailhead
- Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/72DzmpsQAwt
Jumping Mini-Clinic
- 7th MTN Resort
- There is plenty of parking at the resort, find a spot and meet your instructors at the dirt jumps by the tennis courts
- Google map link to dirt jumps: https://goo.gl/maps/rmmNcCv4k57C4Zsu9
2-Day Camp
- Phil’s Trailhead
- Link to meeting / parking location on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/72DzmpsQAwt
- 7th Mountain Resort
- There is plenty of parking at the resort, find a spot and meet your instructors at the dirt jumps by the tennis courts
- Google Maps link to dirt jumps: https://goo.gl/maps/rmmNcCv4k57C4Zsu9
SCHEDULE
SATURDAY
- 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15)
- Women’s Only Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- Co-ed Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
- Ninja Kids | 1:00pm – 4:30pm (info on separate event page)
- Jumping Mini-Clinic | 1:30pm – 4:00pm
SUNDAY
- 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15 pm)
- Intermediate / Advanced Clinic | 8:45am to 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15 pm)
INSTRUCTORS
Click here to see who your instructors and onsite contacts are for this weekend.
WHAT TO BRING
- BIKE in good, working order
- HELMET
- Plenty of water and snacks. It would be a great idea to have a cooler in your car with extra water/sports drinks.
- We highly recommend you wear pads!
- If you’re coming for the whole day bring a LUNCH, or plan to find a quick, nearby eatery.
- If locally mandated, bring a face covering.
- Be sure to check the weather forecast before you come and dress for the conditions. We recommend sunscreen and a rain jacket.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What kind of pedals should I have on my bike?
We recommend you ride whatever pedals you’re most comfortable with. If you learned on clipless pedals (clipped in), then please bring those. However, we have found that it’s much easier to learn the majority of the skills with flat pedals if you have some experience on them. Notably, flat pedals are designed to be worn with flat soled shoes (i.e. flat soled mtb specific shoes, skater shoes, vans).
Do I need pads?
Pads are not mandatory at any of our clinics or camps, but we highly recommend you bring (and use) them. We’ve seen a set of pads give our participants that added level of safety and comfort needed for them to have a light-bulb breakthrough moment.
Can I ride an e-bike at this event?
Ninja welcomes e-bikes at our clinics that are held on e-bike friendly trails. We encourage you to do your own research on local e-bike regulations and if you aren’t sure, check with us to see if e-bikes are permitted at the venue you’re considering joining us at. Please note, not all Ninja teaching venues are open to e-bikes.
Should I tip my instructors?
While gratuity is not required or expected, it’s certainly appreciated by your instructors! 5-10% for each guest is Industry Standard for exceptional service, support, and expertise. Unless you’d like to tip separately, instructors divide tips among themselves.
COVID-19
All of our clinics across the country are following local guidelines for COVID-19 (including any orders regarding face coverings, social distancing, group size restrictions, etc.). We ask that participants be informed as to any local COVID-19 restrictions that may apply to outdoor gatherings and travel to and from the event.
….more frequently asked questions and answers HERE!
Need further assistance? Contact Ninja Customer Service at [email protected]