From first pedals to more confident trails.
Youth mountain bike coaching for kids and teens who want more confidence, control, and fun on the bike.
Serving Atlanta, East Cobb, Roswell, Woodstock, Big Creek, Pitner Road, Allatoona, and nearby North Atlanta trail communities.
Most riders are not chasing a professional future. They are chasing the feeling of having more fun today.
The goal is not always "go pro." The goal is to love riding today.
Most young riders are not trying to become professional athletes. Many are not chasing podiums, sponsorships, or a future career in racing. They ride because it is fun. Because it feels good to improve. Because being outside, moving fast, learning something hard, and sharing the trail with friends matters right now.
Pearse's coaching philosophy starts there. She helps riders build real skills, but the deeper goal is confidence. A good lesson should help a young rider feel more capable, more comfortable, and more excited to get back on the bike.
"How can I have fun today?" is a great reason to ride.
Built for young riders at different stages.
New Riders
For kids learning to pedal, brake, balance, start, stop, and feel comfortable on the bike.
Trail Confidence
For riders who can already pedal but want to feel better on dirt, turns, small hills, roots, rocks, and basic trail features.
Progression Skills
For riders ready to work on cornering, body position, drops, jumps, descending, line choice, and carrying speed.
Style & Race-Curious
For riders interested in whips, bike park skills, race confidence, downhill flow, and reading trail features.
Skills that make riding safer, smoother, and more fun.
The focus is not pressure. It is helping each rider understand the bike, the trail, and themselves a little better every session.
Top Tips for Young Riders
A good rider is not just fast. A good rider is aware, balanced, relaxed, and having fun.
Look where you want to go
Your bike follows your eyes. Looking ahead helps riders feel smoother, safer, and more in control.
Braking is a skill, not a panic button
Good braking helps riders slow down before a turn or feature, instead of grabbing the brakes when they are already scared.
Heavy feet, light hands
A balanced body position helps riders stay centered on the bike, especially on descents, roots, rocks, and rough terrain.
Small wins matter
Progress is not always a big jump or a faster time. Sometimes it is one smoother turn, one better stop, or one trail section that finally feels fun.
Walk it before you ride it
There is no shame in looking at a feature first. Smart riders learn the trail before they commit.
Fun is the point
Confidence grows faster when riders feel encouraged, not pressured.
What to expect from a coaching session
- 1
Meet & Skill Check
Pearse gets to know the rider, their bike, their comfort level, and their goals.
- 2
One or Two Focus Areas
Each session is built around clear, achievable skills.
- 3
Practice Through Drills or Games
Skills are taught in a way that feels fun, not overwhelming.
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Trail Application
The rider applies the skill on terrain that matches their ability.
- 5
Parent Recap
Parents get a quick summary of what improved and what to practice next.
Coaching in Atlanta and North Atlanta trail communities.
Pearse works with riders in and around Atlanta, East Cobb, Roswell, Woodstock, Big Creek, Pitner Road, Allatoona, and nearby trail systems. Because most coaching comes through word of mouth, the goal is not to create a massive program. It is to help local riders and families find a trusted, encouraging coach who understands the trails, the community, and the progression path.
From first pedals to first podiums.
Pearse McNamara helps riders progress with confidence. She is a Georgia-based downhill and enduro mountain bike racer with wins, podiums, and race experience across Downhill Southeast, Go Nuts Racing, Big Creek Quick Six, Jarrod's Place, Snowshoe, Windrock, Massanutten, Ride Rock Creek, and more.
As a coach, Pearse is especially strong with kids and newer riders because she remembers what progression feels like: the first pedal strokes, the first small roll-down, the first turn that finally clicks, and the first jump that feels smooth. She understands both the excitement and the nerves that come with learning mountain bike skills, and she teaches with patience, encouragement, and a rider-first approach.
From learning to pedal to dialing in whips, Pearse helps riders grow one skill, one trail, and one breakthrough at a time.
Parent FAQ
Ready to help your rider have more fun on the bike?
Send a quick message with your rider's age, experience level, preferred location, and what they want to work on. Pearse can help recommend the right type of session.