Is prior mountain biking experience required?

While basic mountain biking skills are recommended, our clinics cater to a range of abilities with a focus on skill progression.

What is the minimum age for participants?

Participants must be at least 16 years old to join the sessions.

Will bikes and gear be provided?

We advise bringing your own bike and helmet, but rental options may be available—contact us ahead to arrange.

How should I prepare physically for the clinic?

A moderate level of fitness is helpful; regular biking, cardio, and balance exercises will improve your experience.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Sessions may be rescheduled or adapted if conditions are unsafe; we prioritize rider safety above all.

Are there instructional break downs for each skill?

Yes, each clinic covers structured lessons on jumping, dropping, and cornering with hands-on guidance.

Master Jumps & Drops in Anchorage with Alaska Trail Guides

Experience the excitement of mountain biking like never before at the Progression Session Day Clinics: Jumps, Drops, Banks in Anchorage, Alaska. Designed for riders aged 16 and older, this hands-on bike tour offers specialized coaching on key trail skills, including jumping, dropping, and cornering on banks. Led by expert instructors from Alaska Trail Guides, participants are guided through carefully selected scenic trails that provide the perfect terrain to practice and develop these essential techniques. Whether you're aiming to boost your confidence, improve your trail performance, or simply enjoy an adrenaline-packed day out, this clinic balances education and adventure seamlessly. The clinics emphasize safety, personalized instruction, and skill progression for all levels, from confident beginners to more experienced riders wanting to polish their technique. With Alaska’s vast wilderness as your backdrop, every session offers a unique blend of challenge and natural beauty. Expect a supportive learning environment, stunning views of Anchorage’s rugged landscape, and the chance to connect with fellow riders passionate about mountain biking.

About Alaska Trail Guides

Alaska Trail Guides is a professional outdoor guiding company based in Anchorage, Alaska. The company specializes in guided mountain bike tours, guided hikes, skill clinics, and private lessons that showcase Anchorage’s urban and backcountry trails. Guides lead small groups on curated routes including Kincaid Park, Glen Alps, the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Campbell Creek and Chester Creek greenbelts, and Chugach foothills. Tours range from short 3-hour rides to full-day adventures, with options for fat‑tire rides, singletrack technical sessions, progression clinics, and combined bike‑and‑hike experiences.

Every tour includes expert route selection, safety briefings, and provided equipment when specified. Alaska Trail Guides offers private lessons and tailored experiences to match individual skill levels, from beginner orientation to advanced technical clinics that cover braking, cornering, jumping, drops, and suspension setup. Group sizes are kept small for personalized coaching and safer trail access.

The company emphasizes local knowledge, wildlife awareness, and sustainable trail practices to protect sensitive habitat while delivering memorable outdoor experiences. Experienced guides share Anchorage history, highlight scenic viewpoints like Cook Inlet and surrounding mountain ranges, and recommend local dining and logistics after tours. Reliable transportation options and clear gear recommendations are provided for each booking.

Alaska Trail Guides operates with a focus on safety, instruction quality, and authentic Alaskan outdoor immersion, making it a trusted choice for visitors and locals seeking guided mountain biking, fat‑tire adventures, progression clinics, and private mountain bike instruction. Bookings include flexible cancellation policies, expert local recommendations, and clear pre-ride communication for every participant and equipment support.