Programs

Cornering is one of the most important skills in mountain biking. Better cornering means more confidence, more control, and more speed - all while using less energy and having more fun on the trail.

The Granite Dells offers an incredible variety of corners, from flowing berms and sweeping turns to flat corners, tight switchbacks, and technical rock features. It's the perfect classroom to develop the techniques needed to confidently handle every type of corner you'll encounter on the trail.

Arizona Mountain Bike Academy's Granite Dells Cornering Clinic is designed to give riders a complete understanding of cornering fundamentals and the confidence to apply the right technique at the right time. Whether you're struggling with flat turns, braking too much before corners, or looking to carry more speed through technical terrain, this clinic will help transform the way you ride.

Throughout the day, our professional coaches will break cornering into easy-to-understand progressions that produce real results. You'll learn how terrain influences your bike, when to weight and unweight the wheels, how to generate traction, and how to exit corners with greater control, confidence, and speed.

Topics include:
- Body position for cornering
- Flat corner techniques
- Bermed corner techniques
- Tight switchbacks
- Ascending and descending corners
- Weighting and unweighting the bike
- Braking techniques
- Vision, line selection, and trail awareness

Instruction is led by BICP Level 3 Coach Amo, one of the nation's most accomplished mountain bike instructors. With years of professional coaching experience, Amo specializes in helping riders understand not only how to corner, but why different
techniques work in different situations. Through progressive instruction and individualized coaching, riders gain the confidence to carry these skills onto every trail they ride.

This clinic is best suited for strong beginners through strong intermediate riders. Group size is limited to just six participants, ensuring personalized coaching, individualized feedback, and plenty of opportunities to session each skill.

As one of Arizona Mountain Bike Academy's signature Granite Dells clinics, spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. Early registration is encouraged.

Morning Skills Session
The day begins with a dedicated skills session where riders develop the technical foundation behind confident cornering. Through structured drills, video feedback, and progressive exercises, participants will build an understanding of body position, bike movement, traction, and cornering technique before applying those skills on the trail.

Lunch Break
Bring your own lunch and spend time with the AMBA coaching staff and fellow riders. It's a great opportunity to ask questions, review techniques, discuss equipment, and connect with others who share your passion for mountain biking.

Afternoon Trail Session
The afternoon is where everything comes together.
We'll head onto the Granite Dells trail system to apply the morning's lessons on real trail features. Riders will session a wide variety of corners - from smooth berms to technical switchbacks - while receiving individualized coaching and feedback throughout the ride.

Our goal isn't simply to help you corner faster- it's to give you the knowledge, confidence, and technical understanding to approach every turn with control, carry more momentum, and enjoy every ride even more than the last.

Not sure if this clinic is the right fit for you? Contact info@sedonamtbacademy.com or 1-888-288-0603 with any questions.