About this Event
Join Anneke Beerten and Nate Renner for a 3-hour skills clinic focused on the fundamentals of jumps and drops! Whether you're new to getting air or looking to build confidence and refine your technique, this clinic will guide you step-by-step in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.
Using Bentonville’s brand new skills park—equipped with progressive jump and drop features—we’ll break down the core techniques you need to ride with more confidence and flow.
This session combines the essential techniques of both jumping and dropping to give you a solid foundation and help you unlock new trail features. Anneke and Nate will provide personalized coaching and real-time video feedback to help you progress quickly and safely.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ Step-by-step breakdown of jumping and drop technique
✅ How to build momentum and flow on jumps and trail features
✅ How to approach airtime with control and confidence
✅ Key bike-body positions for safe landings
✅ Personalized video feedback during the session
✅ Small group sizes for plenty of 1-on-1 attention
Meet Your Coaches:
Anneke Beerten is a retired professional racer and full-time coach with decades of experience at the highest levels of mountain biking. Her background in racing and her passion for coaching will help you confidently progress in your skills and understand the why behind each technique.
Nate Renner is a full-time trail builder at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve and a skilled rider with years of experience riding BMX, dirt bikes, and mountain bikes. Nate brings style, fun, and a strong technical eye to his coaching.
Location:
📍 Slaughter Pen Skills Park & All-American Hero Jumps – Bentonville, AR Look for the Crank It Up MTB tent by the bathrooms at the skills park.
General Info:
- Skill Level: Novice to intermediate riders. You should be confident on green and some blue trails.
- Age: 18+, or 15+ with a participating adult.
- Equipment Required:
- A properly working mountain bike (e-bikes welcome!)
- Helmet (mandatory)
- Gloves, knee and elbow pads (recommended)
🚲 Rental Bike:
If you need a rental bike, I can offer you a 50% discount through Specialized at Gearhead in Bentonville on an E-bike. Just let me know, and I’ll get you set up with a sweet Specialized Ride!
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the clinic to receive a full refund. No-shows or late cancellations will not be refunded, as spots are limited and demand is high. Thanks for understanding!
Weather & Minimums:
- In the event of inclement weather, we will postpone or cancel the clinic. Participants will receive a full refund or credit toward another session.
- This clinic requires a minimum of 4 participants. If we do not meet the minimum, you will receive a full refund.
BONUS:This event is powered by Evoc & Deity and includes a goodie bag filled with awesome products from Anneke’s sponsors!
About your coach Anneke Beerten:
Anneke has a huge amount of experience when it comes to riding Bikes. She started racing BMX at the age of 4, won 3 World Championships titles and loves to share her passion for cycling with the rest of the world!
More info about Anneke click HERE
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
North Bentonville Trail, 3000 Northwest A Street, Bentonville, United States
USD 209.93
