
🏍️ Adventure Guides TN – Dirt Bike Training Program Info & Requirements
Ready to build real skills the right way? Our Dirt Bike Lessons & Training Program is a structured, family-friendly coaching series designed to take riders from fundamentals to advanced trail techniques—with safe progressions, hands-on instruction, and a fun environment that builds confidence fast. Please read the info below so you’re fully prepared!
👥 Age Groups
We offer two training groups:
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Ages 6–12 (Youth Training)
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Ages 13+ (Teen/Adult Training)
👨👩👧 Riders under 18: A parent or legal guardian must sign the waiver and remain on-site during training (unless otherwise stated by Adventure Guides TN).
🛠️ Bring Your Own Bike
Participants must bring their own mechanically sound dirt bike.
We do not provide bikes or transport them—please ensure your bike is trail-ready and safe.
✅ Must be in good working condition, including:
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Working brakes
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Properly adjusted chain
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Safe tires
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No major leaks or mechanical issues
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📅 Training Schedule
Format: Bi-weekly classes
Session Length: 1–2 hours
Quarterly Enrollment: Each quarter includes 6 sessions (paid quarterly)
Class Size: 8–10 riders per class
Coaching Staff: 2 instructors
As the program grows, riders may be placed into skill tracks:
🟢 Fundamentals | 🔵 Intermediate | 🔴 Advanced (skill-based placement)
🧤 Required Safety Gear
You must have the following to participate:
✅ DOT-approved full-face helmet
✅ Goggles
✅ Full-height moto boots
✅ Gloves
✅ Long sleeves
✅ Long pants
✅ Knee guards (minimum) — knee braces recommended
Recommended:
⭐ Chest protector
⭐ Elbow guards
⭐ Hydration pack
⚠️ No exceptions on required gear. Safety first — no gear, no ride.
📚 What We Train (Skills & Progression)
Training is structured to match rider experience and improve step-by-step. Skills may include:
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Body position & balance
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Throttle, clutch (age/skill appropriate), and brake control
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Cornering (flat turns + berms if available)
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Hills (climbs/descents + safe restarts)
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Off-camber and traction control
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Logs/obstacles and safe line choice
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Putting it all together in mixed-skill sections
Coaches provide tips throughout the session and give riders “homework” drills to practice between classes.
✅ Booking & Weather Policy (Training Program)
Quarterly Enrollment: Training is sold in quarterly blocks (6 sessions). Tuition reserves your spot.
No Personal Make-Up Days:
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No personal make-up sessions for missed classes.
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Missed sessions are nonrefundable (illness, travel, scheduling conflicts, etc.).
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🌧️ Weather Policy
Most sessions run in typical outdoor conditions.
If a session is cancelled due to severe weather (lightning/unsafe conditions), we will attempt to schedule a backup day.
Weather decisions are made 2 hours before class start time.
Refund/credit for a weather-cancelled day is provided only if the backup day is unavailable.
Backup day will be determined by weather and availability.
📝 Waiver Required
All riders must complete the Adventure Guides TN liability waiver.
🚨 Under 18: A parent/legal guardian must be present on-site and must sign all waivers.
⚠️ Additional Notes
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Riders must ride responsibly and follow all instructor directions.
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Unsafe behavior may result in removal from training. Removal is nonrefundable.
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Spots are limited to keep training hands-on—reserve early.
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🔧 Quick Checklist Before You Book
✅ Correct age group (6–12 or 13+)
✅ Under 18? Bring parent/guardian
✅ Mechanically sound dirt bike
✅ All required safety gear
✅ Waiver completed
⭐ Private Lessons
Private lessons are available by request based on instructor availability.