« We just came back from a wonderful mountain biking experience with Chris. We stayed at his guesthouse, which has an incredible view of the Alps.We started in Verbier with a day of coaching that brought us all to a new level of riding, thanks to Chris's insightful feedback. The next day, we did shuttles in Valais and had a lot of fun.Chris's enthusiasm for mountain biking is contagious. As a coach, he understands your limits and helps you progress, while making you feel safe. As a host, he provides a very attentive service to make your stay comfortable. You won't find a better mountain biking experience than this! »
Courses · VTT & E-Bike · Switzerland
Intermediate MTB and e-bike skills course in Valais: move up a level
A day with a professional Swiss Cycling instructor to turn your basics into real mastery: position, braking, cornering, steps and small jumps in a group in the morning, one-to-one coaching and video analysis in the afternoon.
Technical 2-3/4 Physical 2/4 5 riders max.
- Technical
- 2-3/4 Check my level
- Physical
- 2/4
- Group
- 5 max.
- Start
- Bagnes 9h30
- Languages
- FR EN DE
In short
The highlights
A day with a professional Swiss Cycling instructor to turn your basics into real mastery: position, braking, cornering, steps and small jumps in a group in the morning, one-to-one coaching and video analysis in the afternoon. Five riders maximum, MTB or e-bike, on the trails of the Valais.
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Pro instructor, racer, 30 years of MTBRecent podiums at internationally renowned MTB races, over 1'000 riders taught since 2010: patient teaching adapted to your exact level.
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Solid basics in a single dayPosition, braking, cornering: clear, well-anchored fundamentals, not tips forgotten the next day.
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The keys to the intermediate levelSteps, flowing sequences, controlled jumps: the skills that unlock the next level.
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One-to-one coaching in the afternoonFive riders maximum, each followed separately on what matters most to them.
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Video analysis of your runsWatch yourself on video: nothing beats it to understand what needs to change in your riding.
Day by day
The program
Welcome and briefing
Meet at the location shown on the chosen date: Verbier, Fully, Crans-Montana or another spot in the Valais and the Chablais depending on the season. Group introductions, five riders maximum for real individual follow-up, bike and protection check, everyone's personal goals for the day. The course is open to regular MTBs and e-bikes alike.
Morning | The fundamentals, as a group
On trails suited to the intermediate level (technique 2 to 3/4), your professional instructor, a racer with recent podiums at internationally renowned MTB races and over 1'000 riders coached since 2010, goes through the keys of riding one by one: dynamic position on the bike (attack, neutral, climbing), front and rear brake management to stay in control in every situation, wide and tight corners, with and without berms, clearing small obstacles and drops.
The morning's goal: ride rounder, less tense, more fluid. Runs are filmed for the video analysis.
Midday | Picnic break
Packed lunch from your bag, on the trail or near the lifts depending on the spot: something to eat, drink and share the morning's sensations.
Afternoon | Individual coaching
Each rider is taken care of separately, no « one size fits all » programme: your instructor identifies your specific areas for progress and gives you targeted exercises, jumps, speed management in corners, commitment on steep sections, weight transfers. Whether you ride an MTB or an e-bike, the goal is the same: attack your Sunday rides with more confidence or prepare the move to a more committed level.
Video debrief and end of the course
Review of the footage captured during the day to see your progress concretely, personalised advice for what comes next and a chat about the next steps: private coaching, private advanced course, online video coaching, guided rides.
Ready to move up a level? Five places per date: book yours and come turn your basics into mastery.
129 CHF per person
What is included
Included
- Professional Swiss Cycling certified MTB instructor (fr/en/de)
- Full day of coaching, in a group in the morning and one-to-one in the afternoon
- Video analysis of your runs
- Bike and suspension set-up advice
- Mechanical support
- Souvenir photos
Not included
- MTB or e-bike and protection rental (optional, in the registration form)
- The lift pass, if the day's spot uses lifts
- Packed lunch and drinks
- Personal insurance
- Anything not listed under « Included »
Options at registration
Book them in the registration form. Give us your size, we handle the rest.
Ready to ride
Your equipment
Your bike
A reliable, well-set-up bike is half the course: here's what you need to make the most of the day.
The bike
- Full-suspension MTB or e-bike, 140 to 200 mm of travel, fully serviced (suspension and brakes included)
- Mixed-terrain tyres, 2.3" or wider, reinforced casings, set up tubeless with fresh sealant
- Dropper post
- Charged battery and charger if e-bike
Spare parts
- 1 compatible derailleur hanger
- 1 inner tube
- 1 set of brake pads
- 1 quick link matching your chain
No suitable bike? We offer MTB or e-bike rental, to be booked in the registration form.
Your gear
On you
- Open-face or full-face MTB helmet
- Sunglasses or goggles
- Knee pads (elbow pads recommended)
- Long-finger gloves
- Bike clothing suited to the day's weather
In the backpack (or hip pack with a separate back protector)
- Back protector
- Rainproof windbreaker
- Repair kit: tyre levers, tubeless plugs, multitool, chain tool, pump or CO2 cartridges
- First-aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Packed lunch, snacks and something to drink (bottles can be refilled regularly)
- Charged mobile phone
Before you book
Good to know
Required level
This course is for riders who already ride regularly on natural terrain and master the basics (position, braking, simple corners): intermediate level, technique 2 to 3/4, fitness 2/4. Already clearing steps and small jumps without thinking? The advanced course, private and on request, is for you. Just starting out or lacking confidence as soon as it goes downhill? Start with the beginner course, you'll progress faster.
If in doubt about your level, write to us before signing up: we'll point you to the right group in two minutes.
Location and hours
The course lasts a full day, from 9:30 am to 5 pm. The meeting point is given for the chosen date, Verbier, Fully, Crans-Montana or another spot in the Valais and the Chablais depending on the season and the programme, and is confirmed with the practical details after registration. Depending on the spot, a lift pass may be useful; it isn't included.
Food
Bring a packed lunch: depending on the course location, there isn't always somewhere to buy food on site. Bottles can be refilled regularly, and a few snacks for the day never hurt.
Climate
The Valais generally offers ideal riding conditions. If the weather is uncertain, the programme adapts; if the day looks really bad, the decision to postpone the course is taken the day before, and postponement for bad weather is free of charge.
Safety
Small group of five riders maximum, professional Swiss Cycling instructor, progressive exercises on trails suited to the intermediate level, mandatory protection: safety is part of the teaching. You progress at your own pace, never beyond your comfort zone of the moment.
Ready to ride?
Convinced? If you're sure of your level and your gear matches the programme, hit the registration button and book your spot: five riders per date, and places go fast.
No date suits you, you'd rather have a course just for your group or at the spot of your choice? We also run this course privately, on the date and at the place that suit you: request your private course.
A doubt, a question? Write to us, we answer quickly.
Your guide on this ride
Christian
Swiss Cycling certified MTB guide and instructor · founder of Exoride
Mountain biking has been his life since childhood in the Swiss mountains. He knows this terrain inside out: every root, every turn, every possible line on the trails of the Alps and beyond. This deep knowledge of the terrain makes all the difference when it comes to choosing the right route for your level and goals for the day.
On the enduro and downhill circuit, he's landed several podium finishes, including one at the Mégavalanche, one of the most demanding races on the mountain biking calendar. But what drives him today is passing on his knowledge: watching a rider unlock a technique that seemed impossible just that same morning: that's priceless.
His philosophy? No endless theory lectures. Careful observation, precise adjustments, and plenty of time on the bike. Patient and a natural teacher at heart, he takes the time needed so that every piece of advice is understood and applied immediately, on the trail, in your riding.
They rode with Exoride
Reviews
« Enduro Maroc is top-notch, with impeccable organization, trails that are as challenging as they should be, and long, long, long descents in a magnificent setting. And for the foodies, the food is amazing. It doesn't feel like an organized tour, but more like you're on the trails you would have chosen with your group of friends, with the shuttle as a bonus. Bravo, Christian! »
« A splendid day! Incredible trails in Upper Valais, perfectly adapted to the group's level, Chris is super friendly and extremely accommodating! (precious mechanical help on this day when my bike didn't feel like working! :D) »
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How many riders per group?
Five riders maximum: that's what allows the real individual follow-up in the afternoon.
How do I know if I'm intermediate level?
You ride regularly on natural terrain, you master the basic position, braking and simple corners, but drops, switchbacks or small jumps still make you hesitate: you're in the right place. If you're a beginner, choose the beginner course; if you already link all that without thinking, the advanced course, private and on request.
Can I come with an e-bike?
Yes, e-bikes are welcome. What matters most: a full-suspension bike, 140 to 200 mm of travel, well serviced, with a charged battery.
Can I rent a bike?
Yes, MTB or e-bike rental and protection are offered as options in the registration form. Give us your size, we take care of the rest.
Who is our instructor?
A professional MTB instructor, Swiss Cycling certified, still an active racer with several recent podiums at internationally renowned MTB races and over thirty years of mountain biking, who has taught riding to over 1'000 riders since 2010, beginners and experts alike. On the trail, he's first and foremost a teacher: patient, attentive, respectful of everyone's level and pace.
What's the typical participant profile?
Riders aged 20 to 65, men and women, with very varied profiles: what counts is the level, not age or bike.
Where does the course take place and at what time?
From 9:30 am to 5 pm, at the location shown on the chosen date: Verbier, Fully, Crans-Montana or another spot in the Valais and the Chablais. Practical details are sent after registration.
Do I ride all day with all my gear?
No: you can leave your lunch and non-essential kit at the meeting point and ride with the minimum, protection included.
What gear do I need?
A full-suspension enduro, all-mountain or DH MTB or e-bike in good condition, with protection: helmet, knee pads, long-finger gloves, back protector. The full list is under « Gear details ».
What happens in bad weather?
The programme adapts to the weather. If the day looks really bad, the course is postponed, decision taken the day before, at no cost to you.
Is there a follow-up after this course?
Yes: private coaching, on request, for a tailor-made programme; the advanced course, private and on request only, one-to-one or in a very small group, to go for jumps, steep terrain and commitment; our online video coaching to keep progressing remotely by sending us your videos; and our guided rides and shuttle days to put it all into practice.
No date suits me: can I organise a private course?
Yes, at any time of the season. If no date suits you, if you want a course just for friends, family or your club, or if you prefer the spot of your choice, we run this course privately, one-to-one or in a small group. Request your private course, we'll get back to you quickly with a proposal.
What insurance should I plan?
No insurance is required for the course, but we recommend being covered for mountain biking (accidents and liability). Note: some insurers apply special clauses or even exclusions for bike-park riding and lift-served riding; check this point with your insurer before signing up.
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The levels, made clear
First tracks
Wide paths, rolling doubletrack, the odd loose rock. MTB without traps, to build pleasure and confidence.
You'll relate if
- comfortable on gravel and forest roads
- the word singletrack intrigues you more than it speaks to you
- you are discovering braking on loose ground
Singletrack bliss
Narrow but flowing trails: moderate roots and rocks, wide switchbacks, a few spots where you pick your line.
You'll relate if
- you ride singletrack regularly and enjoy it
- tight switchbacks still make you dab a foot sometimes
- you brake hard without locking up in the rocks
Technical ground
Rock gardens, steps, tight switchbacks, off-camber: the terrain demands clean lines and active riding.
You'll relate if
- tight switchbacks without dabbing, almost
- 30-40 cm steps do not stop you
- you read the trail several metres ahead
Committed
High mountain, exposed sections, big steps: places where mistakes cost, precise riding is mandatory.
You'll relate if
- you ride what many carry
- exposure does not cloud your judgement
- you stay in control on the steep even when tired
Easy
Short outing, minimal climbing: shuttles or lifts do the work, frequent breaks.
You'll relate if
- 2-3 h out
- under 300 m of climbing
- no training required
On an e-bike, one physical grade lower is often enough: ask us.
Active
Half to full mellow day: we pedal, but the pace leaves time for the view.
You'll relate if
- 3-5 h out
- 300-700 m of climbing
- occasional exercise is enough
On an e-bike, one physical grade lower is often enough: ask us.
Sporty
A proper MTB day: hours in the saddle, real climbing, punchy sections. You need juice, not a palmares.
You'll relate if
- full day, 5-7 h including breaks
- 800-1'200 m of climbing
- regular sport, endurance follows
On an e-bike, one physical grade lower is often enough: ask us.
Enduring
Big days or back-to-backs: climbing stacks up and the pace stays high.
You'll relate if
- 1'500 m+ of climbing, or several days in a row
- regular training
- fast recovery is part of the game
On an e-bike, one physical grade lower is often enough: ask us.
Between two grades? Halves (2.5) exist: aim higher if you are fit, lower if you are coming back.
Not sure? Write to usWe will advise you honestly, even if it means suggesting mellower.See the full page