Skill Clinics

2025 info coming soon, see what happened last year:

Sharpen your skills with Sedona’s premier coaches, the Sedona Mountain Bike Academy!  

Hogs and Brewer Trail Clinic:  8:30am-11:30am

Advanced-Expert clinic riding and sessioning some of the most iconic trails in the US. These trails have it all: steep chunky descents, slickrock rolls, techy climbing, classic Sedona exposure and more. Join our team for some of the best sections of trail you will find at the festival. (Link for more information – Hogs and Brewer Clinic)

Beginner Fundamentals:  9:30am-12:30pm

Looking to get a solid foundation of skills for the weekend?  Learn from the highest rated coaching staff in the Southwest to see what a quality mountain bike clinic can do for you! (Link for more information – Beginner Fundamental Clinic)

Wheelie Clinic:  2:00pm-3:30pm

A fun and refreshing session covering the functional uses of the Wheelie, as well as adding style to your ride!  (Link for more information – SMBA Wheelie Clinic)

Intermediate Fundamentals:  1:00pm-4:00pm

SMBA’s Intermediate fundamental clinic takes a deeper look into the Academy’s most up-to-date progressive MTB skills.  Join our team for this essential Sedona toolkit! (Link for more information – Intermediate Fundamental Clinic)

Arizona MTB Coaching Happy Hour:  4:30pm-5:30pm

Come meet Arizona’s best MTB instructors (multiple cities and locations represented) and share a beverage with the team. Come say hello at the SMBA booth!

Saturday – March 9, 2024

Local Loops Trail Clinic:  9:30am-12:30pm

Iconic trail rides created by our team of local certified instructors.  Session challenging features, open up alternative lines, and learn from the highest-rated coaching experience in the Southwest.  Light Intermediate/Intermediate & Strong Intermediate/Advanced Mini Clinics Available (Link for more information – SMBA Local Loops)

Bunny Hops and Manuals Clinic: 11:00pm-12:30pm

Prep yourself for the festival bunny hop competition or add height and proper technique to this challenging skill.  Manuals are also included to round out this action packed clinic! (Link for more information – Bunny Hop and Manuals Clinic)

Braydon Bringhurst MTB Mindset Presentation Sponsored by (Sedona MTB Academy/SRAM/Smith/Canyon):  12:00pm-12:45pm

Free Event @ Festival Mainstage

You might recognize Braydon as the featured rider from the incredible documentary 8600ft.  Braydon is also a national champion in freestyle skiing, a national champion in BMX and one of mountain biking’s most captivating athletes. Braydon is setting a new standard in the industry with his mindset coaching and unique approach to skill development. Join us at the Festival Mainstage to get an in-depth look into Braydon’s mindset approach. Grab some lunch and get ready for the Q&A session after his presentation!

Braydon Bringhurst Skills Clinic Sponsored by (Sedona MTB Academy/SRAM/Smith/Canyon):  1:00pm-2:30pm

Learn key MTB skills from one of our all time favorite professional riders, Braydon Bringhurst.   Braydon is also an incredible freestyle rider, cornering guru and coaching inspiration. Dive deep into Braydon’s take on modern day body position, cornering fundamentals, and essential MTB skills with this 1.5 hour clinic partnered with the Sedona MTB Academy! (Link for more information – Braydon Bringhurst & SMBA Skills Clinic)

Sedona MTB Festival Bunny Hop Competition Hosted by Thunder Mountain Bikes: 4:30pm-5:30pm

Enter the competition by registering at our booth or join in the crowd to boogie down as we curate one of the biggest parties of the Sedona MTB Festival.  A free keg is provided from the festival with fresh music, rowdy crowds, over the top hosts and even our own SMBA judging panel.  It’s an event you don’t want to miss.

SMBA - Women’s Specific Clinics

Friday March 8, 2024

Women’s Steep Descending, Drops, & Dynamic Riding: 10:00am-3:30pm *Catered Lunch Included*

Calling all ladies!  Looking to ride some of Sedona’s iconic terrain and have more fun on your bike?  This clinic will focus on increasing your confidence with downhill technique, trail skills and bike park skills. Learn from our team of legendary female instructors with a morning session at the bike park, catered lunch, and afternoon trail session!  Pair with our Women’s Technical Climbing Clinic on Saturday(3-9-24) for the ultimate Sedona MTB Festival experience.  (Link for more information – Women’s Steep Descending, Drops & Dynamic Riding Clinic)

Saturday March 9, 2024

Women’s Technical Climbing & Cornering Clinic: 10:00am-3:30pm *Catered Lunch Included*

Are you looking to level up your technical climbing and cornering skills in beautiful Sedona, AZ?  Sign up for this fun and effective clinic that will leave riders with a new toolkit of skills and unforgettable Sedona rides!  Learn from the Southwest’s highest rated female instructors with a morning session at the bike park, catered lunch, and afternoon trail session.  Pair with our Women’s Steep Descending, Drops and Dynamic Riding on Friday (3-8-24) for the ultimate Sedona MTB Festival experience.  (Link for more information – Women’s Technical Climbing & Cornering Clinic)

Sunday March 10, 2024

Women’s Fix A Flat Clinic:  10:15am-10:45pm

Join SMBA instructor Amaryth Gass for this fun and informative free event!  Learn some basic mechanical skills, mingle with other like minded ladies and enjoy some of the best donuts in town from Sedonuts!  

Ladies Ride with Women’s MTB Network and Flagstaff Lady Shredders: 11:00am-1:00pm

Join SMBA instructors, Women’s MTB Network and the Flagstaff Lady Shredders for a social ride.  Intermediate riders and above are welcome to attend as this crew will be riding in the Soldier Pass Trail Network. 

Sunday – March 10, 2024

Shred The Red Youth MTB Clinics: 10:00am-12:00pm

Looking for something for the kiddos?  Don’t miss SMBA’s Shred The Red Youth Clinic targeted to ages 8-14.  Advanced-beginner and intermediate rider options.  Skills, bike park, and trail rides all under supervision from our certified instructor team.  Schwag bags and adventure guaranteed for all riders!  (Link for more information – Youth MTB Clinics)