Group clinics and private sessions

Andy's mtb. skills camp was a game changer for me and my son. After riding mt. bikes for 25 yrs I didn't think there was too much I could lean from him that I didn't already know. Man was I wrong. My skills on the bike have improved dramatically since... read moreAndy's mtb. skills camp was a game changer for me and my son. After riding mt. bikes for 25 yrs I didn't think there was too much I could lean from him that I didn't already know. Man was I wrong. My skills on the bike have improved dramatically since completing his camp and practicing those skills on my own. You will not be disappointed. Andy is super nice and extremely courteous so this other reviewer must have been in somebody else's camp best I can tell. read less

 Great coach for any level. I thought I was a decent rider until I realized how much there was to learn. Andy is a wonderful teacher, patient, it TOTALLY changed my riding game. I feel safe, confident, and eager to keep practicing everything I learned!

DirtSmart is life changing! I got one of these mountain bike camps for my wife and she came back a totally different rider. Her confidence improved drastically, she is smoothly navigating downhill technical sections that used to give her trouble, and climbing faster than ever. She even showed me some... read moreDirtSmart is life changing! I got one of these mountain bike camps for my wife and she came back a totally different rider. Her confidence improved drastically, she is smoothly navigating downhill technical sections that used to give her trouble, and climbing faster than ever. She even showed me some pointers on proper positioning! It was so helpful for her that I decided to work with DirtSmart as well! Highly recommended if you want to improve your riding skills and make mountain biking even more enjoyable. read less

 Awesome camp in Orange County! Can’t recommend it enough

 I wasn't a bad rider after ~15 years of experience but always felt there could be much to gain from proper instruction. I took Andy's 2 day course and gained applicable skills and knowledge immediately. I left camp with more confidence but the best benefit was beginning to recognize bad... read moreI wasn't a bad rider after ~15 years of experience but always felt there could be much to gain from proper instruction. I took Andy's 2 day course and gained applicable skills and knowledge immediately. I left camp with more confidence but the best benefit was beginning to recognize bad habits so i could work on them! Fast forward 2 seasons and I took his camp again. Much of the same information so it was a refresher with less gain? WRONG. This is when it really started to come together! After working on technique for a couple seasons and then going through it again, that's where it really started to click and I took my riding to a different level. Oh and by the way, I actually had fun during camp. It's a great time hanging out and learning with a like minded mtb community. Andy is truly skilled at conveying the content. read less

Just took Andy's camp over the past weekend in Asheville, NC. I'm an older recreational rider with little previous coaching. I usually ride 3-6 days a week in DuPont or Pisgah. While I am pretty comfortable in the trails, I was sure I had plenty of bad... read moreJust took Andy's camp over the past weekend in Asheville, NC. I'm an older recreational rider with little previous coaching. I usually ride 3-6 days a week in DuPont or Pisgah. While I am pretty comfortable in the trails, I was sure I had plenty of bad habits and poor techniques. I quickly discovered at Andy's camp that I had just been riding by instinct, giving it hell and hoping for the best.

I learned a lot in two days, Andy taught didn't just teach the technique,but also the mechanics behind the techniques. He was patient and thoughtful with the group and kept it fun and interesting. I have a lot of work to do, practice, practice, practice. Andy gave me the tools to be a much better, more efficient, and safer rider. I am looking forward to going faster, crashing less. read less

I highly recommend Dirt Smart MTB. Andy has top notch coaching skills and he really just has a knack for helping people ride better. If you want to ride faster, efficiently, and safer! just get yourself to a Dirt Smart MTB clinic.

Andy, I couldn't find a way to thank you for the two great days of camp we've had in Fort Custer!! Great tips, and awesome coaching approach, it was a total eye opener on the mistakes I've been doing for the past 3 years of riding! I'm definitely looking forward... read moreAndy, I couldn't find a way to thank you for the two great days of camp we've had in Fort Custer!! Great tips, and awesome coaching approach, it was a total eye opener on the mistakes I've been doing for the past 3 years of riding! I'm definitely looking forward to learn more from you in the future. Many thanks, my friend. read less

I took Andy's camp in Park City a week ago (July 23-24) and I learned a lot of about high level riding. A great balance of technique and tactics. Andy was very effective in his explanations and his demos were flawless. Really liked the parking lot and... read moreI took Andy's camp in Park City a week ago (July 23-24) and I learned a lot of about high level riding. A great balance of technique and tactics. Andy was very effective in his explanations and his demos were flawless. Really liked the parking lot and grass area drills and the hands-on riding on the trail. I highly recommend his camp! read less

Andy has a great way of teaching the basics and boy did I need it!! A ton of information in just two days. I know I will forget some of it but I'm already a different, better rider!!! Can't wait to get back on the trails and practice what I... read moreAndy has a great way of teaching the basics and boy did I need it!! A ton of information in just two days. I know I will forget some of it but I'm already a different, better rider!!! Can't wait to get back on the trails and practice what I have learned. This training was worth every penny. In fact, I plan to go to Andy's camp again next year when he returns to North Carolina to get even better!!! read less

Went you think you know everything and everything is wrong,, awesome experienced!!! Thanks Andy

Absolutely awesome information and coaching. Andy definitely knows what he's doing. I would certainly do this camp again and recommend it to anyone I ride with.

Awesome information and catered to the riding style of each student.

Just finished the clinic today, best MTB investment I've made! You rock Andy man!

My wife and I took a class in Charlotte, NC a couple months ago now and it was fantastic! We have different experience levels as did many in the class, but Andy was able to clearly explain the topics and skills in a way that everyone was able to benefit... read moreMy wife and I took a class in Charlotte, NC a couple months ago now and it was fantastic! We have different experience levels as did many in the class, but Andy was able to clearly explain the topics and skills in a way that everyone was able to benefit from. I have many years of different types of riding since I was a kid and before the first day was over i quickly saw how little I really knew about technique and form. The three days we spent were awesome and we both learned a ton that we were able to use immediately on the trail. Since the class our skills have continued to progress and we are definitely both believers in the dropper post. I would highly recommend taking a course offered by Andy regardless of your skill level as you will definitely learn some good stuff that you can immediately apply and will help you become a stronger more confident rider. We will be looking to take another course again next year to continue to refine and grow our skills. read less

Andy is a great teacher for all levels. He is very patient and entertaining. He keeps it simple so you can remember his lessons well after the course.

Way exceeded my expectations for a class. Super instructor, excellent teacher and extremely knowledgeable on the subject.

Really good teacher, great curriculum. I learned a ton and got the framework to continue to improve on my own. Highly recommended for getting faster or just feeling more comfortable and confident on the bike.

Andy is an excellent coach. In a group of 5 students of vastly different backgrounds & experience he was able to make every section of the course relevant to us all, giving us challenges & skills to work on & take away. I would not hesitate to recommend him to... read moreAndy is an excellent coach. In a group of 5 students of vastly different backgrounds & experience he was able to make every section of the course relevant to us all, giving us challenges & skills to work on & take away. I would not hesitate to recommend him to the beginner rider or pro athlete! read less

Attended a camp with Andy this past weekend at Oak Mountain in Birmingham, AL. I learned a ton and walked away with far more homework than I could have expected. Before the camp I was focusing primarily on conditioning on the bike to race faster......after the camp I... read moreAttended a camp with Andy this past weekend at Oak Mountain in Birmingham, AL. I learned a ton and walked away with far more homework than I could have expected. Before the camp I was focusing primarily on conditioning on the bike to race faster......after the camp I will be adding technical drills to my training to race smarter. Thanks dude! read less

Andy has made us better riders by easily 200%...we were doing things on day two of camp that we couldn't do before. He has given us the proper skill sets to have lots more fun, and the ability to go to many more places that I know we couldn't before.... read moreAndy has made us better riders by easily 200%...we were doing things on day two of camp that we couldn't do before. He has given us the proper skill sets to have lots more fun, and the ability to go to many more places that I know we couldn't before. Don't wait! Have this guy teach you proper technique and start riding to your potential! Thanks Andy! You rock!!! read less

Andy does a fantastic job of breaking down all of the individual elements for a specific skill set (descending, body position, etc). I've been blown away at how much I was able to progress in a short time and I know that we haven't scratched the surface of what I... read moreAndy does a fantastic job of breaking down all of the individual elements for a specific skill set (descending, body position, etc). I've been blown away at how much I was able to progress in a short time and I know that we haven't scratched the surface of what I can still learn and apply to my riding.

Highly recommended! read less