Ninja event information
November 7/8, 2026
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Ready to take your mountain biking skills to the next level in Orange County, CA? Our Ninja skills clinic is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Our expert instructors specialize in teaching riders of all levels how to ride with confidence and control. With personalized attention and guidance, you’ll be able to tackle even the most challenging trails with ease. Don’t wait – book now and unleash your inner Ninja on the trails of Orange County today!
If you haven’t already, please sign our electronic Liability Release here: https://ridelikeaninja.com/waiver/
THIS IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CLINIC THIS WEEKEND
Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to your event. Clinics begin promptly at the posted start time, and we are unable to delay the start for late arrivals. Please make sure both you and your bike are ready to go when you arrive. This helps us start on time, cover the full curriculum, and make the most of your event!
This event
AFTERNOON CLINICS NOTE: We were notified by the park ranger that the park is typically filling to parking capacity by 12:30 or 1 pm on weekends. We strongly recommend you arrive at afternoon clinics early to make sure you can get into the park. Locals have indicated they park at the nearby Albertson’s parking lot and ride over when the parking is full at Irvine Regional.
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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).
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.
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.
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!
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The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Kids Fundamentals Clinic may include:
Clinic schedule, time and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
Day 1 (Saturday)
Day 2 (Sunday)
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
After camp, you will see an immediate improvement in your riding and a boost in confidence on technical trails. You will be able to tackle rougher terrain and corners with greater control and flow through singletrack, switchbacks, and berms with more speed and efficiency.
Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Jumping Mini-Clinic may include:
Please note, clinics may vary according to location and terrain.
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Intermediate/Advanced clinic may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
The specific skills taught in this clinic will depend on available trail features and will vary between locations. Skills covered may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Women’s Only Fundamentals Clinic may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
Some of the skills taught and practiced in the Fundamentals Clinic may include:
*Clinic schedule and skills covered may vary according to location and terrain.
