Clinics & Workshops
Flow State ticket required to participate, but clinics are NOT included in the ticket price.
Grit Clinics – New for 2025
Grit Clinics provides private lessons & group clinics for men, women & children led by top coaches around the country.
We create customized coaching packages that cater to individual needs. We get down to the nitty gritty of what you want to work on and we help improve your overall riding experience. We coach all levels & ages of riders from total beginners to pro level racing and jumping workshops. Take your riding up a notch and learn to #ridewithstyle!
Meet the Coaches:
Meridith McFarland – Starksboro, VT
Meridith grew up riding her bike from the early age of six. As she grew up, she started riding BMX and then mountain biked the local race series. Coming from a Professional Snowboard Instructor background, the next logical step would be to attain her IMBA (International Mountain Bike Association) and PMBI (Professional Mountain Bike Instructor) certification, which she did in 2016 and 2017. Meridith has instructed beginner Bike Clinics at the Vermont Mountain Bike Festival and SheJumps women’s clinics. In 2017, She was on two panels for New England Mountain Bike Women’s Summit and attended the Liv Ladies Allride at Kingdom trails as a volunteer coach. “I love railing berms and rolling roots!”
Laura Jenks – Waitsfield, VT
Laura grew up in Vermont and her love for speed and the outdoors was fueled by her goals in ski racing. A career in art education and ski race coaching solidified as she graduated from college. Mountain biking was a hard and fast love as Laura started guiding rides for her alpine athletes. It wasn’t hard to see the connection between snow and soil and before she knew it, job opportunities were quickly presenting themselves. Now Laura is addicted to her time on her bike and is amazed at how community has sprung up around the sport. She has run the the downhill mtn bike program at Sugarbush Mtn. and helped facilitate other camps, events and festivals. She got her level I PMBIA certification in 2018, and has helped to nurture local women’s rides in the summer in the Mad River Valley where she resides.
Friday 2-4pm
Women Beginner MTB Clinic
Calling all ladies new to mountain biking! In just two hours, we are going to get you dialed with skills that you can take to the trails. You’ll feel more confident setting up your bike, cornering, braking, and navigating small trail obstacles after instruction from Grit Clinics. This is the perfect, no pressure, no judgement setting to feel more comfortable on your mountain bike and meet some new friends!
Suitable for: New riders, Women, 18+
*Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
Saturday 10am – Noon
Men/Women Beginner MTB Clinic
In just two hours, we are going to get you dialed with skills that you can take to the trails. You’ll feel more confident setting up your bike, cornering, braking, and navigating small trail obstacles after instruction from Grit Clinics. This is the perfect, no pressure, no judgement setting to feel more comfortable on your mountain bike and meet some new friends!
Suitable for: New riders, Men & Women, 18+
*Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
Saturday 2-4pm
Men/Women Intermediate MTB Clinic
In this intermediate clinic, we’ll begin by dialing in your bike set up and body position, then work on enhancing your skills throughout the lesson. Examples of some of the skills we will work on include braking, shifting, cornering, switchbacks, wheel lifts, line choice, technical descending, getting up and over logs and rocks, and line choice. Join us for two hours of skill building fun!
Suitable for: Riders with some experience, Men & Women, 18+
*Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
Men/Women Intro to Jumping
In this 2-hour lesson, you will be given crucial fundamentals to help you have a proper understanding of how to take off, stay balanced in the air, and land the bike safely while jumping. It will start with static drills, then progress to jumps. Suitable for: Riders should have an intermediate skill set. Men & Women, 18+ *Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
Sunday 10am – Noon
Women Beginner MTB Clinic
Calling all ladies new to mountain biking! In just two hours, we are going to get you dialed with skills that you can take to the trails. You’ll feel more confident setting up your bike, cornering, braking, and navigating small trail obstacles after instruction from Grit Clinics. This is the perfect, no pressure, no judgement setting to feel more comfortable on your mountain bike and meet some new friends!
Suitable for: New riders, Women, 18+
*Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
Women Intermediate MTB Clinic
This one’s for the women! In this intermediate clinic, we’ll begin by dialing in your bike set up and body position, then work on enhancing your skills throughout the lesson. Examples of some of the skills we will work on include braking, shifting, cornering, switchbacks, wheel lifts, line choice, technical descending, getting up and over logs and rocks, and line choice. Join us for two hours of skill building fun!
Suitable for: Riders with some experience, Women, 18+
*Minimum of 3, maximum of 7 participants.
TRAIL BOSS RIDES w/ JEFF LENOSKY
Flow State is stoked to welcome back the ambassador for REEB Cycles, TASCO, and the Can’d Aid Foundation, Jeff Lenosky! Jeff will be leading advanced and intermediate Trail Boss Rides at Flow State.
All rides are NO DROP session rides. We’ll check out the local trails and you’ll leave with improved skills! PLEASE CHOOSE A RIDE THAT FITS YOUR ABILITY. Trail Boss Clinic registration is done separately from that of Flow State. Registration coming soon.
Ride Length: 2 Hours | Cost: Free
Friday July 25
2pm Intermediate Ride
Saturday July 26
10am Intermediate Ride
2pm Advanced Ride
Sunday July 27
10am Intermediate Ride
Catamount Family Center
Morning Ride: Beginner Youth-Focused Group Ride
Time: 9:00 AM
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
For: Youth ages 8-14
Location: Flow State – meet at the Catamount tent
Group Leads: Tammy and Justin
Capacity: Up to 16 participants
Kick off the day with a mellow-paced, confidence-building group ride. Designed especially for beginner youth riders, this ride explores the scenic trail network at Flow State with guidance from experienced ride leaders. If group size allows, riders can choose between a “Spicy” or “Mild” ride, depending on their comfort level and desired pace.
Important Note: Riders must be able to confidently ride on flat, varied terrain, turn in both directions, and stop safely when directed. This is not a beginner bike lesson, but a group ride for those who already have basic bike-handling skills.
Midday Fun: Catamount Bike Games Clinic (Family Welcome)
Time: 11:00 AM
Duration: 1 hour
For: Youth ages 8-14
Location: Flow State – meet at the Catamount tent
Group Leads: Tammy and Justin
Capacity: Up to 16 participants
Stick around after the ride or join us at 11am for the Catamount Bike Games Clinic. Enjoy an hour of pure fun on two wheels. Compete (or just play) in crowd favorites like the MTB slow race, dab, and bike limbo. It’s all about balance, laughs, and learning new skills in a laid-back setting.
Specialized Demos and Rides
Exhibitors, Bike Demos & More…
Open all weekend.
The Slash + and The Fuel EXe
Shenanigans
Lower Field near the Stage – Events are All Ages unless otherwise noted.
We will have Shenanigans daily that will test your bike skills on a whole new level! Events take place in the Lower Field near the stage. Sign up at the ATA tent. Yes – there will be some epic one-of-a-kind trophies up for grabs again!
Every year on Saturday night, we have a Costume Dance Party. The 2025 Costume Theme is Peace, Love & Dirt !
Once again, we will have a killer raffle! Three-Day passes all include one entry, and additional tickets are available for purchase onsite. Proceeds go to ATA. Drawing will be Saturday night during the Headliner’s set break.
Friday
Foot Down
Saturday
Jump Jam at the Skills Park
Toddler Bike Race
Costume Parade with Prizes | Huge Raffle
