Where Progress and Play Go Hand in Hand
By Day Two, something starts to shift—and the change carries through the next few days. The nerves that quietly followed riders during arrival begin to fade. A rhythm settles in. There’s a comfortable pulse to camp life now. Riders who barely made eye contact on Day One are laughing together at the river. The energy has changed—and with each passing day, that momentum only grows stronger.
The Camp Rhythm Starts to Take Hold
The track still commands respect. The coaches still hold everyone to a high standard. But now, it’s clear: this isn’t just about dirt bike training. It’s about showing up, building momentum, and learning to enjoy every part of the ride—on the track, with the team, and even in the quiet moments in between.
The Morning Mile: Where the Team Comes Together
Each morning starts the same way—the team mile run. Some riders push themselves to jog the full loop. Others pace themselves, walk when they need to, and focus on just finishing. Some choose not to run at all. It doesn’t matter how fast you go.
The coaches remind everyone that this isn’t a race. It’s a chance to move forward together. It’s about showing up for yourself and for your team, even when your legs feel heavy, even when you’d rather be back at the truck.
There’s something special about the way the team forms during these morning runs. It’s not loud. It’s not showy. It’s just a quiet, steady commitment to keep moving—one mile at a time.
Morning Meetings: Mindset, Goals, and the Power of Small Wins
After the run, everyone circles up at the pavilion for the morning meeting. This is where the mindset work happens.
Each day, AJ leads a mindset discussion—thought-provoking, easy to understand, and packed with practical wisdom. Some riders tune in completely, taking every word to heart. Others, like many kids do, drift in and out, thinking about bikes and friends and what’s coming next.
But there was something the staff couldn’t miss: the parents were absolutely locked in. Every day, parents stood by, fully engaged, listening closely to the mindset topics. You could see it in their faces—these moments were sticking with them. They were processing the lessons right alongside the riders. Sometimes, maybe, even more deeply.
"Honestly, I came here thinking I’d just be watching from the sidelines," one parent told us. "But the mindset talks have made me reflect on how I handle challenges in my own life. I didn’t expect that. It’s been powerful."
The coaches keep it simple. They talk about things like gratitude, overcoming fear, and the power of adding “yet” to the end of your thoughts.
“I can’t do this... yet.”
That one word changes everything. It shifts the brain from a place of doubt to a place of growth. And that’s exactly the point.
After the mindset talk, each rider sets a personal goal for the day. It might be as big as clearing a jump or as small as staying focused during a cornering drill. Either way, it’s a target that moves them forward.
And yes—Gold Stars are on the line.
The Gold Star Momentum
By Day Two, Gold Stars aren’t just stickers—they’re currency. They show up on helmets, one by one, until some riders start stacking them like badges of honor. You can spot the quiet competitors in the morning, scanning helmets, counting stars, and seeing who’s racking them up.
The stars aren’t handed out for being the fastest. They’re earned for effort, mindset, and the way a rider shows up—for themselves, for their team, and for the work. And every Gold Star is also a raffle ticket for the Friday giveaway, where prizes like VIP classes, Cardo Systems, Phoenix Handlebars, LMNT, and even another week of camp are on the line.
The Gold Stars change the game. They shift the focus from competing against others to pushing yourself to earn more moments of growth.
And that momentum builds fast. Riders start looking for ways to earn them—not just on the bike, but in the way they support their teammates, listen during coaching, and take ownership of their effort.
On-Track Training: Practice Motos, Cornering, and Jumping Skills
The day’s training kicks off with practice motos, cornering drills, and jumping skills. Bikes of all kinds fire up and roll toward the track. You see it all—brand new machines, bikes that have seen more than their fair share of rides, and everything in between.
That’s part of what makes camp feel approachable. It’s not about the biggest, fastest, or most expensive bike. It’s about whether the bike is built for motocross—knobby dirt tires, proper suspension, and a setup that can safely handle the track, the bumps, and the jumps. Some bikes just aren’t made for this. Smaller off-brand models might not hold up to five full days of riding—but many will, and the coaches are always happy to help riders sort out what’s safe.
What matters most is that the rider knows their bike, feels comfortable on it, and can focus on learning.
The coaching isn’t about what you ride—it’s about how you ride it.
On the track, the Gold Star hunt continues. Riders are pushing their personal goals, locking in their cornering form, and building confidence in their jumping. You can feel the growth happening. You can see it in the way they ride.
Team Challenges: Slalom Courses and Figure 8s with a Partner
Between motos, the team competitions heat up. Riders pair up for slalom courses and figure 8 challenges—simple in design but surprisingly competitive. The fastest teams earn bragging rights and, of course, more Gold Stars.
There’s plenty of playful trash talk, but beneath it, these games are quietly building communication, trust, and teamwork. You see riders coaching each other, encouraging each other, and celebrating the small wins—together.
Some teams dial it in perfectly. Others get tangled up, wipe out, and laugh their way through the mess. Either way, the energy is pure fun.
River Time: Cooling Off and Making Memories
By mid-day, the sun is high, the bikes are resting, and the river is calling.
The group heads down to the water—some to swim, some to cool off, and some just to float and hang with their new friends. These are the moments where camp feels like more than just a training program. This is where it starts to feel like family.
There are games, there’s laughter, and there’s a deep sense of connection that you can’t manufacture—it just happens when people go through something meaningful together.
Evening Film Study: Learning from the Day
As the sun starts to dip, the team gathers again for film study.
This isn’t a harsh critique session—it’s a chance to see your progress, your habits, and your opportunities to improve. The coaches break it down with calm, honest feedback, always focused on growth.
Riders see what they did well. They see where they can get better. And they learn by watching themselves and their teammates.
There’s something powerful about watching your own footage—seeing what you thought you couldn’t do, and realizing you actually did.
The Momentum Is Real
By the end of Days Two, Three, and Four, the momentum is undeniable.
- The Gold Stars matter.
- The goals matter.
- The community matters.
- And the fun is impossible to miss.
What started as a camp now feels like a team—like a place where every rider is seen, challenged, and supported.
And for so many riders and parents, that’s exactly what they came for.
Missed Day 1 of our Camp Series? Read it Here