I remember being just as enthusiastic as you are when I first started mountain biking. I remember the nerves. I remember going on hard trails and having my heart stop anytime there was a rock garden or even a small drop. I remember walking anytime I felt scared and then feeling frustrated that I was off my bike so much, every single ride. I felt defeated that I couldn’t keep up with my friends, especially descending. 

And so I dedicated myself to improving my riding skills. I tried watching videos of really good riders, trying to dissect what they were doing differently. I asked my brother-in-law to help me with cornering (his only advice was don’t brake!). I kept “practicing”, but I wasn’t practicing the correct techniques, so I didn’t improve. It wasn’t until I hired a skills coach to point out my blind spots that I started to make improvements. Then I hired that coach again and again, because I was hungry for confidence, speed and efficiency on my bike, no matter what. That was when I finally understood the value of having a coach and I haven't gone without one since then! 

After years of teaching in-person mountain bike clinics, I realized there was a gap in the learning curve. The women I taught in-person needed to keep practicing after the time they spent being coached by me. But they didn’t necessarily remember everything I said or what it was supposed to look like. I’ve had countless women ask me if I could just write it all down for them and this is my answer! I can see there is huge value in having each of the skills on video and in a self-paced course. This is the best way for my clients to practice (correctly) on their own. And to continually improve the results they are getting in their riding, I have clients send me videos of their skills practice. So my online coaching clients are getting upgrades every single week!

Coaching is truly my passion and I've served over 3,000 athletes (of all levels) in skills clinics. The transformations are powerful and I love seeing you thrive, equipped with everything you need to take your mountain biking experience to the next level. 

Across the last 14 years, I've earned national titles, advanced technical skills, and countless insider knowledge.  I'm thrilled to share all of that with you and more.

Let's spark some magic! 

Erica Tingey

P.S. Park City, Utah is home. Grateful for my husband, son, and incredible support crew of friends and family.