All Classes
MTB Foundations Level 1
Description:
Are you new to mountain biking? Or do you need to brush up on your skills? MTB Foundations is the place to start building your confidence on 2 wheels. Minimum Age: 14
This class will focus on:
- Learning body position and balance
- Proper braking
- Climbing and descending techniques
- Gearing and shifting
- Approaching obstacles/front wheel lift
Locations:
- Duthie Hill
- Swan Creek
- Black Diamond Open Space
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
MTB Foundations Level 2
Description:
Evergreen’s MTB Foundations level 2 caters to the intermediate rider looking to increase confidence on more technical trails. Foundations Level 1 is a highly recommended prerequisite.
Class Focus:
- Review of body position, balance, braking and descending
- Cornering
- Obstacle Clearance
- Trail skills including roll downs and berms
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
MTB Foundations Level 1 - Women
Description:
This one is for the ladies! Are you new to mountain biking? Or do you need to brush up on your skills? MTB Foundations is the place to start building your confidence on 2 wheels in a fun, supportive all-female environment.
This class will focus on:
- Learning body position and balance
- Proper braking
- Climbing and descending techniques
- Gearing and shifting
- Approaching obstacles/front wheel lift
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
Upcoming Sessions:
Number in parentheses indicates available spots
MTB Foundations Level 2 - Women
Description:
This one is for the ladies! Evergreen’s MTB Foundations level 2 caters to the intermediate rider looking to increase confidence on more technical trails in a fun, supportive, female-only environment. While Foundations Level 1 is a highly recommended prerequisite, experienced students are always welcome to join. Ages 14+
This class will focus on:
- Review of body position, balance, braking and descending
- Cornering
- Obstacle Clearance
- Trail skills including roll downs and berms
- Approaching jumps and drops
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
MTB Foundations - Jr
Description:
Just for kids! Our MTB Foundations Jr teaches the basics of mountain biking in a fun and exciting class for a younger crowd. Ages 8-13.
This class will focus on:
- Body Position and Balance
- Braking
- Climbing and Descending Techniques
- Gearing and Shifting
- Front Wheel Lift
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
MTB 3-Day Dirt Camp at Duthie Bike Park
Description:
Cap off the summer 3-days of Mountain Biking fun at Duthie Hill. Campers will spend 3-days with our Evergreen coaches and other young riders exploring trails, developing their skills, making new friends, and growing their love of Mountain Biking! Ages 8-13. Please contact if you have any questions.
Upcoming Sessions:
Number in parentheses indicates available spots
MTB Dirt Camp for Kids at Duthie Bike Park
Description:
Note: All weeks are now full and accepting only waitlist spots. Please check out our BDOS and Swan Creek camps for other great Dirt Camp opportunities!
Spend 5 action-packed days of fun in the woods on your mountain bike! Dominate jumps, rip through dirt, and hammer over roots and rocks just like the pros! Technical trickery, jumps, and drops are just some of the skills we work on in these camps. Each day starts off with skill builders and ends with trail rides. We will also cover Some bike and maintenance skills and of course, plenty of bike games! Be sure to come prepared for lots of fun! Groups will be split by age and ability. Here is an overview of what will be learned throughout the week: Participants must be 8-13 years old because of the added fitness level and duration of the camps. Please contact if you have any questions.
If the week you want is full, check out our Swan Creek and BDOS Dirt Camps. Same great camps and coaches in new locations!
Class Focus:
The Basics: gearing up, braking, shifting, and body position Balance: bridges, skinnies, and bike games Uphill and Downhill: safer and faster Obstacles: logs, roots, and rocks Drops and Jumps: small to medium size (1/2 ft - 2 ft high) Bike Maintenance: fix-a-flat Trail maintenance: learn to preserve your favorite trail
MTB Dirt Camp for Kids at BDOS
Description:
Come spend a week of action packed fun on two wheels! Evergreen MTB is excited to partner with King County Parks to offer our Youth Dirt Camps at Black Diamond Open Space (BDOS)! This is the first year we will be offering Dirt Camps at BDOS Similar to our very popular camps at Duthie Bike Park, participants will learn all the technical skills to dominate jumps, rip through dirt, and hammer around roots and rocks! Each day starts off with skill builders and ends with trail rides. We’ll do a hands-on fix-a-flat class and play bike games. Half a day will be spent learning about stewardship and trail maintenance techniques. Be sure to come prepared for lots of fun! Groups will be split by age and ability. Balance games, jumps, and drops are just some of the skills we work on in this camp. Below is an outline of the skills kids learn throughout the week: The Basics: gearing up, braking, shifting, and body position Balance: bridges, skinnies, and bike games Uphill and Downhill: safer and faster Obstacles: logs, roots, and rocks Drops and Jumps: small to medium size (1/2 ft - 2 ft high) Bike Maintenance: fix-a-flat Trail maintenance: learn to preserve your favorite trail Participants must be 8-13 years old because of the added fitness level and duration of the camps. Please contact if you have any questions.
MTB Dirt Camp for Kids at Swan Creek Park
Description:
Come spend a week of action packed fun on two wheels! Evergreen MTB is excited to partner with Metro Parks Tacoma again to offer our Youth Dirt Camps at Swan Creek Park! This year, we will be offering 2 weeks in total. Similar to our very popular camps at Duthie Bike Park, participants will learn all the technical skills to dominate jumps, rip through dirt, and hammer around roots and rocks! Each day starts off with skill builders and ends with trail rides. We’ll do a hands-on fix-a-flat class and play bike games. Half a day will be spent learning about stewardship and trail maintenance techniques. Be sure to come prepared for lots of fun! Groups will be split by age and ability. Balance games, jumps, and drops are just some of the skills we work on in this camp. Below is an outline of the skills kids learn throughout the week: The Basics: gearing up, braking, shifting, and body position Balance: bridges, skinnies, and bike games Uphill and Downhill: safer and faster Obstacles: logs, roots, and rocks Drops and Jumps: small to medium size (1/2 ft - 2 ft high) Bike Maintenance: fix-a-flat Trail maintenance: learn to preserve your favorite trail Participants must be 8-13 years old because of the added fitness level and duration of the camps. Please contact if you have any questions.
MTB Foundations Level 1 - Teen
Description:
MTB Foundations 1 - Teen
Beginner
Are you new to mountain biking? Or do you need to brush the dust off those skills? MTB Foundations is the place to start building your confidence on two wheels in a fun teen only environment Age: 14-17
This class will focus on:
- Body Position and Balance
- Braking
- Climbing and Descending Techniques
- Gearing and Shifting
- Front Wheel Lift
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
MTB Foundations Level 2 - Teen
Description:
Evergreen’s MTB Foundations Level 2 class builds on the skills participants learn in the Level 1 class. It also provides riders with some experience out on the trails or those who could use review of proper techniques and mountain bike handling an excellent opportunity to take their riding ability to the next level. Learn to navigate tight turns, corner with confidence, and learn wheel lifts that will help you conquer obstacles like roots, logs and just about anything else that you may come across along the trails. Ages 14-17
*Note bikes and equipment are not provided for any Evergreen education classes.
Upcoming Sessions:
Number in parentheses indicates available spots
MTB Dirt Camps for TEENS at Duthie
Description:
Evergreen MTB is excited to offer a 3-day mountain bike camp for TEENS on the week of the 4th of July!! The camp will be similar to our youth dirt camps, starting the morning with skill builders before moving on to trail rides and specific mountain bike techniques (check out the specific skills outlined in the Youth Dirt Camp descriptions). Since this is a teen program, there will be an emphasis on longer cross country rides for those who are interested. Come prepared to have 3 days of fun! Participants must be 13-17 years old. Please contact if you have any questions.
MTB Foundations Level 2 - Women - Kittitas
Description:
This one is for the ladies! Evergreen’s MTB Foundations level 2 caters to the intermediate rider looking to increase confidence on more technical trails in a fun, supportive, female-only environment. While Foundations Level 1 is a highly recommended prerequisite, experienced students are always welcome to join.
Class Focus:
- Review of body position, balance, braking and descending
- Cornering
- Obstacle Clearance
- Trail skills including roll downs
Progression Sessions - Kittitas
Description:
A co-ed ride series for riders seeking to improve their skills and become stronger, more confident trail riders. Each class (4 in total) focuses on 2-3 skills - in depth - while out on the trails. Riders will receive feedback and guidance from our experienced instructors in a relaxed and fun setting while getting plenty of trail time. The first 2 classes will focus on beginner skills and progress to intermediate skills in the final 2 classes. Minimum Age: 14
This class will focus on:
- Balance, body position, braking, descending
- Climbing, slow speed cornering, shifting
- Trail skills including roll downs and berms
- High-speed cornering
- Obstacle clearing
MTB Foundations Level 1 - Women - Kittitas
Description:
This one is for the ladies! Are you new to mountain biking? Or do you need to brush the dust off those skills? MTB Foundations is the place to start building your confidence on 2 wheels in a fun, supportive all-female environment.
This class will focus on:
- Learning body position and balance
- Proper braking
- Climbing and descending techniques
- Gearing and shifting
- Approaching obstacles/front wheel lift
