Ride & Learn / Private Lessons
Ride & Learn
One-on-one
Coaching.
2-hour sessions with a highly-certified instructor, tailored to your current skill level and goals.
Private Lessons
Personalized coaching for every rider.
Private lessons pair you with a highly-certified, seasoned Evergreen instructor for a focused 2-hour session. Every session starts with an on-bike skill assessment, then dives into the techniques that will move the needle most for you — no curriculum, no waiting for the group.
Available for riders ages 7 and up, all skill levels. Up to 3 additional riders can join for an extra fee. Must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance based on instructor availability.
Note: 1-on-1 sessions are for adults only. Youth riders (ages 7+) require 2–4 students per instructor, or a parent riding along.
Book a lesson ↓Session Length
Skill assessment + focused coaching
All Riders
Youth (with group) and adults
Chapters
Instructors available across Washington
Max Group
Bring up to 3 extra riders
What to Expect
A session built
around you.
Contact your region
Reach out to the instructor or contact listed for your region. They'll confirm availability, discuss your goals and current skill level, and coordinate location.
Ride and improve
Your 2-hour session begins with an on-bike assessment. Your instructor then focuses the remaining time on the highest-priority techniques for your riding.
Keep progressing
Walk away with clear technique cues and next steps. Many riders book follow-up sessions as their skills advance.
Topics we cover
Sessions are customized — common focus areas include:
Pricing
2-hour sessions.
All skill levels.
All sessions are 2 hours. A 3rd hour can be added — recommended for groups of 3–4. Some locations don't permit e-bikes.
| Participants | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| 1 rider | $160 | $180 |
| 2 riders | $200 | $220 |
| 3 riders | $240 | $260 |
| 4 riders | $280 | $300 |
Find an Instructor
Instructors across
Washington.
| Region | Locations | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Cascades to Sound | Duthie, BDOS, Tiger Mountain | Heather DeChoudens |
| Central | Wenatchee, Leavenworth | Central Chapter |
| East | Beacon Hill | East Chapter |
| Kittitas | Ellensburg, Cle Elum, Roslyn | Jesse Cunningham |
| South Sound | Swan Creek | Heather DeChoudens |
| West Sound | Port Gamble | Alyssa Eckert |
Our Instructors
PMBI-certified.
Washington-local.
Every Evergreen instructor holds a Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association (PMBIA) Level 1 or Level 2 certification. They're riders first — local to their chapters, familiar with the terrain, and passionate about helping others progress.
With instructors across 6 regions statewide, there's a coach near the trails you ride.
Not Sure Which Program?
Find the right
fit for you.
Use our level guides to find the right camp or class before booking a private lesson — or to understand exactly where to pick up from.
Which Camp Is Right for Me?
Level 1–5 breakdown by experience and trail skills. Find the right camp for your child.
Which Class Is Right for Me?
Adult class levels 1–4 with skill descriptions and matching program types.
Book a Lesson
Ready to ride
better?
Sessions must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance and are subject to instructor availability. Contact the instructor for your region directly using the table above.
Questions? Email education@evergreenmtb.org. You can also purchase a gift certificate ↗ for a private lesson.
Member benefits
Discounted lesson rates (save $20 per session)
10% discount on all group classes and camps
Priority access to instructor certification grants
Funds trails, advocacy, and community programs statewide
Rider Powered.
Every Evergreen member funds the trails, the advocacy, and the community that makes Washington the best place to ride.
Join Evergreen today