AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

Led by professional motocross athlete, educator, and founder of The Moto Academy, AJ Catanzaro, this blog brings together years of racing experience, coaching expertise, and mindset development to help riders grow on and off the bike. AJ’s deep knowledge of technique, rider psychology, and performance training forms the foundation of our content—but he’s not alone.


Every article is a team effort—guided by AJ’s vision and brought to life by the voices of The Moto Academy coaches, digital strategists, and motocross parents who live this sport every day. Whether you’re here to improve your cornering, prep for a 5-day camp, or build rider confidence, you’re learning from a crew fully invested in your transformation.


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Dirt Diplomacy: Demystifying Motocross and Supercross with The Moto Academy

Dirt Diplomacy: Demystifying Motocross and Supercross with The Moto Academy

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team April 23rd, 2024 4 minute read

The Mental Game of Motocross: Psychological Strategies for Effective Dirt Bike TrainingI

The Mental Game of Motocross: Psychological Strategies for Effective Dirt Bike TrainingI

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team April 16th, 2024 4 minute read

Training | Mindset

The Essential Guide to Dirt Bike Riding Positions: Transitioning from Attack to Seated

The Essential Guide to Dirt Bike Riding Positions: Transitioning from Attack to Seated

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team April 9th, 2024 3 minute read

Training | App & Online | Moto Parents

The Chilling Advantage: How Cold Plunges Enhance Motocross Performance

The Chilling Advantage: How Cold Plunges Enhance Motocross Performance

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team February 22nd, 2024 12 minute read

Training | Mindset

Mastering the Art of Starts in Dirt Bike Racing: Insights from AJ Catanzaro (4 of 4)

Mastering the Art of Starts in Dirt Bike Racing: Insights from AJ Catanzaro (4 of 4)

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team February 4th, 2024 3 minute read

Training

Start Gate Type and Maintaining Position in Motocross Racing - Blog 3 of 4

Start Gate Type and Maintaining Position in Motocross Racing - Blog 3 of 4

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team January 16th, 2024 3 minute read

Training

Preparing the Start Gate in Motocross - Blog 2 of 4

Preparing the Start Gate in Motocross - Blog 2 of 4

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team January 11th, 2024 3 minute read

Training

How to Select a Starting Gate in Motocross: Part 1 of 4

How to Select a Starting Gate in Motocross: Part 1 of 4

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team

AJ Catanzaro & The Moto Academy Team January 11th, 2024 2 minute read

Training

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