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Madison

Looking to up your riding game and conquer new trails? Our Ninja mountain bike skills clinic in Madison, WI is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills and confidence. With expert coaches and a supportive atmosphere, you’ll receive personalized instruction that’s tailored to your needs. Whether you’re new to mountain biking or an experienced rider, our clinics offer a variety of options that cater to all levels. Don’t settle for ordinary – join our clinic and unleash your full potential on the bike. Sign up now and get ready to ride like a pro! Adventure awaits – are you ready to take the leap?

**IMPORTANT UPDATE**

As a result of the wet conditions for Madison this weekend, we have made the decision to postpone your October 14/15 skills clinic. We are just as disappointed as you, but understand and respect the importance of staying off wet trails! Our logistics team is working hard to determine a make up date and we will email you next week with options for getting rescheduled.

 

 

NINJA EVENT INFORMATION FOR

Madison, WI – October 14/15, 2023


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**


BLACKHAWK MEMBERSHIP | *IMPORTANT*

  • If you do not already have a Blackhawk membership for trail access, you must purchase EITHER an Annual Membership ($45/individual; $90/family) or an Event Membership ($10/person/weekend) online before the weekend.  If you join for the season, you can explore the full Blackhawk trail system during the event weekend, and then come back and ride the trails all summer, fall, and next winter. You won’t be disappointed!
  • With some rain in the forecast this week, please wait until Friday to purchase your membership.  We will know by then if the rain will affect us this weekend.
  • To purchase your Membership first create an account here —> https://blackhawk.skiclubpro.team/
    • Once you have an account, you can:
      • click “Memberships” to choose a full season “Mountain Bike” membership, or
      • click “Register” to choose the event weekend only membership “Event Membership – Ninja.”
  • We will be checking on Friday to make sure all participants have some form of Blackhawk membership. Please purchase your membership by Friday morning. You can not participate in this event without a membership.


MEETING LOCATION


SCHEDULE

***PLEASE NOTE: There are multiple fundamentals clinics taking place this weekend. Please check your registration and attend the clinic time you registered for. 

SATURDAY

  • 2-Day Camp | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15)
  • Women’s Only Fundamentals – Full Day Combo | 8:45am – 4:00pm (lunch break around 12:15)
  • Women’s Only Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
  • Co-ed Fundamentals | 8:45am – 12:15pm
  • Women’s Only Fundamentals – Trail Application | 1:15pm – 4:00pm
  • 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 – 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.
  • 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.
  • Be sure to check the weather forecast before you come and dress for the conditions. We recommend sunscreen and a rain jacket. 

If you have any last minute gear / bike needs or just want a friendly smile or high-five, go say hi to our friends at Madison Trek West.


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.

….more frequently asked questions and answers HERE!

Need further assistance? Contact Ninja Customer Service at [email protected]

RIDER'S CHOICE AWARD

2,000+ 5 Star Reviews

Carolina M.

Enrolling in the Intermediate/Advanced clinic was the best thing I’ve ever done to improve my speed and ability on the bike.

Mark S.

Just finished a two day skills workshop in Dallas. To say it was the best money I've ever spent on mountain biking would be an understatement. Our instructor was a wonderful teacher and just a real pleasure to be around kind of guy. I highly recommend Ninja for anyone from novice to advanced riders as they cover just about anything and everything that will make you a more rounded rider. Thanks so much for all the advice and coaching!

Peter R.

Great clinic. Just what I needed to better know how to handle situations on the trail to maintain speed/momentum and...

Gerald Gilbert

Overall, the camp exceeded my expectations. I have, like many cyclists, been riding bikes since childhood. Feeling like I hit a plateau in my technical riding...

Ricky S.

That was time well spent – thanks Coach Richard! That was time well spent – thanks Coach Richard! If you do more clinics, I’d recommend them to my friends.

Russ A.

Well worth your time if you want to improve! We attended the 2-Day Mountain Bike Skills Camp in Denver CO. I'm a beginner to mountain biking and the class exceeded my expectations. The first day was basic fundamental training from bunny hops to cornering your bike. The second day we put those skills to the test by climbing and downhill at all different skill levels, Richard and Aaron even took video to help improve our skills. Well worth your time if you want to improve!

Jayla G.

Best investment ever. The Ninja mountain bike skill clinics will definitely bring up your riding level a notch or two.

Marcus M.

Highly recommended! Essential riding skills are thoroughly broken down making them easy to understand and learn. Coach Richard and Kris are some of the most professional and pleasant coaches/cyclist/people I have come across. Looking forward to one of their future clinics.

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