Cog Wild has provided mountain bike and gravel skills instruction in Bend since 2015. All of our coaches are certified through the Global Syndicate of Mountain Bike Coaches or Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association. Choose from on demand private instruction for individuals to small groups or multi-week group instruction sessions focused on the fundamentals of mountain biking or advanced maneuvers like jumps and drops.
Mountain Biking for Oldies
Advanced Mountain Bike Courses
Private Mountain Bike Skills Lessons
MTB Progression Sessions
Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Bike Skills Instruction
Yes! Your own mountain bike is best because you are used to it and you’ll likely ride it after the lesson.
If you are traveling or you’d like to try a different bike we have DEMO BIKES for rent.
Our coaches have ample experience with all skill levels:. Beginners and intermediate riders progress quickly through a skills lessons or a guided ride. For more advanced riders, our instructors ensure your fundamentals are solid, then move into more advanced skills like drops and jumps, and maneuvers on technical terrain like rock gardens, jump lines and higher speed corners.
For central Oregon locals and long term visitors, we recommend multi-week clinics such as Progression Sessions, Jumping or Drops for Oldies or an Advanced Mountain Bike Course. Additionally, it’s possible to schedule multiple private lessons or a full day tour with a coach or guide to enhance your riding abilities.
Check out Cascadia Junior Cycling for junior-specific after school mountain biking sessions, summer camps, mountain bike clubs & race teams.