When Gio Mejia first downloaded The Moto Academy App, he didn’t do it thinking he’d win anything.
Like many riders, he was looking to improve. To get faster. To ride safer. To feel in control of the bike instead of letting it control him.
But what he and his wife Amber didn’t expect was that this one small decision—becoming an active Moto Academy app member—would turn into something unforgettable.
The Moment Everything Changed
In early 2025, Gio was selected as the winner of our Trip Giveaway, a prize that included:
- Roundtrip flights and lodging for him and his wife Amber
- A tour of AJ Catanzaro’s brand-new Supercross track
- Private ride time and coaching sessions with AJ
- VIP access to watch AJ’s first race back since his retirement
And yes—it was all real. All because Gio was a subscriber to The Moto Academy App.
Getting to Know the Mejias
We sat down with Gio and Amber on the podcast after the trip to talk about their experience—what it meant to them, how it unfolded, and what other members should know. You can watch the full episode here:
🎙️ Watch the Gio & Amber Trip Recap Podcast
What you'll see is something really special—not just a couple who won a giveaway, but two people who clearly love and support each other through everything.
Gio talked about his riding journey, how The Moto Academy helped reshape his mindset, and what it felt like to meet the team he had only ever seen online. Amber shared the behind-the-scenes view—what it was like watching her husband ride and becoming entwined in The Moto Academy community, how the team treated them, and the moment she realized, “Wow, this is actually happening.”
From App to Supercross Track
As part of their trip, Gio and Amber got to be among the very first riders ever to step onto The Moto Academy’s new Supercross track.
They toured the property, met the crew, and then they both got in laps with AJ himself. For anyone who’s dreamed of riding with a pro —this was it.
But perhaps the most emotional part of the trip was what came next...
AJ’s First Race Back
The timing of the trip couldn’t have been better. Gio and Amber were there to witness AJ Catanzaro’s official return to racing—his first gate drop since stepping away from the pro circuit years earlier.
The race was raw. Real. And packed with meaning.
Gio and Amber had the best seats in the house—and you can watch the moment for yourself here:
🎥 Watch AJ’s First Race Back (Trip Giveaway Footage)
From the pre-race nerves to the final checkered flag, Gio and Amber were right there, cheering AJ on, soaking it all in, and capturing memories that will last a lifetime.
Could You Be Next?
Now here’s the part you’ve been waiting for:
Our next Trip Giveaway opens soon!. One lucky winner (maybe two!) will be selected to experience their own unforgettable Moto Academy journey which will be announcing soon.
And just like Gio and Amber—you don’t have to do anything special to enter. All you have to do is be an active Moto Academy App member during the giveaway window. That’s it.
No forms. No tricks. No catch.
Subscribe to the app, stay subscribed, and you’re in the running.
So if you’ve ever dreamed of hanging out with, or riding with AJ or having your own unforgettable story to tell...
This is your moment.
Because the next winner will be announced LIVE inside the app in October 2025.
👉 Make sure you’re subscribed and active before then.
💬 Final Words from Amber
"We’ve never done anything like this before. We came into it not knowing what to expect—and left with friendships, memories, and a new love for the sport. I’m telling every rider wife I know: just download the app. You never know where it could take you."
And we couldn’t agree more. ❤️
Join The Moto Academy App today—and we’ll see you inside.
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