On-Trail Instruction
Our On-Trail Instruction is the perfect complement to our clinic-based instruction, allowing you to take your new skills to the trail and apply them in real-life scenarios. Since no corner or feature is exactly alike, these sessions are designed to help you read the nuances of a trail and conquer new trails with confidence.
These sessions offer a low student-to-coach ratio of up to 1:3, with a maximum of 6 riders per group, ensuring personalized feedback and maximum learning in each session.
We cover a wide range of skill levels and terrain. If you’re unsure which session best suits you, send us a note, and we’ll happily provide a personalized recommendation based on your current ability and interests.
Select an on-trail class and date:
NOTE: The trail icons below represent the level of difficulty of the class relative to each other, and not necessarily the rating of the trail we will be riding. If you have any questions about which class is the best fit for you, we’re happy to help! Send us a note and share more about your riding goals and current comfort level.
Introduction to Tiger Mountain
Trail: Side Hustle
This class is designed to help riders improve their skills on Tiger Mountain while learning key trail etiquette and best practices for riding in trail zones. This class will be held on one of the less technical blue trails at Tiger Mountain.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Trail Essentials or Trail Skill Foundations 2-Day
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Introduction to Raging River
Trail: Flow State or Poppin’ Tops
In this class, riders will explore Raging River while learning essential trail etiquette and refining their riding technique. We’ll work on both a green trail and a less technical blue trail within the network, providing a well-rounded skill-building experience.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Trail Essentials or Trail Skill Foundations 2-Day
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Intermediate Tech at Tiger Mountain
Trail: OTG and/or NOTG
This class is for riders aiming to improve their skills on intermediate-level technical trails. We’ll focus on line choice, braking, roll-downs, and tackling small drops.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps or Trail Skill Foundations 2-Day
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Intermediate Tech at Raging River
Trail: TBD
This class is designed for riders looking to sharpen their skills on intermediate-level technical trails, with a focus on line choice, braking, roll-downs, and small drops.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps or Trail Skill Foundations 2-Day
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
E-Bike Adventure at Olallie
Trail: Olallie Trail
Olallie offers stunning views and what we like to call "pre-turn heaven." This class will focus on double footwork for pre-turns and switchback turns, while also honing braking skills to set up for successful turns. We’ll climb 1500’- 2000’ on e-bikes and may even repeat part of the trail to maximize our time with motor power.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes (with electric assist) and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps
Bike: Mid-travel e-bike
Advanced Tech at Tiger Mountain
Trail: Atlas
On this ride, we’ll focus on working advanced sections of trail with tricky turns, technical rocks and roots, and some general gnar. Pre-turns, braking and line choice will be paramount points of focus.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Advanced Tech at Raging River
Trail: CCDH
On this ride, we’ll tackle advanced trail sections with challenging turns, technical rocks, roots, and some all-around gnarly terrain. Our focus areas will be pre-turns, braking techniques, and line choice to help you handle these challenges with confidence.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class: Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Expert Tech at Tiger
Trail: Predator
This ride includes complex root rolls, two very steep rock garden chutes, and some "flow-tech" sections to keep it fun. We’ll focus on brake control for safe entry into steep sections and building confidence on technical terrain. We’ll stop to work on key features like the root "waterfall" and the rock chutes. No pressure to ride the toughest sections—there are plenty of features to suit a range of abilities and commitment levels.
Bike Skills: Advanced and Expert Only please.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps
Bike: Long travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Expert Tech at Raging River
Trail: Physical Therapy (PT)
This ride will feature black and double-black technical lines, focusing on navigating slow, technical sections and managing turns on steep pitches. We’ll work on braking control, commitment, and line choice to build confidence and skill on challenging terrain.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps
Bike: Long travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Ladies+ and Teens
Check out the drop-down menus! We’re offering several of these instructional rides specifically for Ladies+ and Teens.
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Fast Flow for Advanced Riders at Tiger
Trail: Side Hustle
This ride features a blue trail with opportunities for gapping rollers to create doubles. We’ll focus on maintaining speed through fast berms and building momentum for the jumps that follow. Key skills will include standing tall and popping off jumps to catch the backside of the next roller. Although this is a blue trail, our goal is to ride it fast enough to clear some—or even all—of the jumps.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps, Intermediate Air 2-Day, or Air 202
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Coming Soon! Fast Flow for Advanced Riders at Raging River
Trail: Poppin’ Tops
This ride features a blue trail with options for gapping rollers (creating doubles). Our focus will be on working fast berms and finding speed for the jumps that follow. We’ll work on standing tall and popping off jumps to catch the backside on the following roller. While this is a blue trail, our goal will be to learn to ride the trail fast enough to clear some - or perhaps all jumps.
Fitness Level: Must be ready to climb for 45-60 minutes and be out on the bike for 2.5 hours.
Suggested Pre-Class Prep: Advanced Cornering/Steeps, Intermediate Air 2-Day, or Air 201
Bike: Mid-travel trail bike - analog or electric, however, we will climb at an analog pace.
Location: Tiger Mountain
Where to meet: The group will meet in the upper parking lot at the Tiger Summit, off hwy 18.
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Location: Raging River
Where to meet: The group will meet in the upper parking lot, exit 27 off I-90:
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Location: Olallie
Where to meet: The group will meet in the upper parking lot by Rattlesnake Lake, exit 32 off I-90:
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Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend your original class, notify info@fluidride.com 7+ days prior to your class date to either reschedule or receive a credit. Within 7 days of the class date, we do not offer credits or rescheduling, however you may transfer your spot to another rider at no charge.
Up to one reschedule allowed per registration.
Credits are valid for one year and may be applied to any group class.
No refunds after purchase.