Take control of your riding.

Shred like you’ve always wanted.

Mountain bike skills coaching in Auckland

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Tailored coaching for riders ready to level up.

Modern mountain biking is full of distractions — endless YouTube tips, generic advice, and gear that over-promises but under-delivers. It’s easy to feel like you’re making progress when really, you’re just spinning your wheels.

That’s where Hunter Mountain Bike Coaching changes the game.

I use proven coaching strategies, video analysis, and real-time feedback on the trail to create a program that’s built for you — your skill level, your riding style, and your goals.

With the right guidance, the right terrain, and a clear strategy, you’ll finally build the confidence, control, and technique to ride how you’ve always wanted to.

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How It Works

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1. Choose your skill level

Are you a beginner, intermediate, or advanced? I’ll help you decide.

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2. Pick your lesson

Once you’ve picked your level, choose a skill you want to improve (like cornering, braking, drops).

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3. Ride better in 2 hours

Meet at the trailhead, get stuck into real riding improvements with expert feedback & support.

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Levels

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Beginner

  • You’re new to mountain biking or you’ve mostly stuck to easy trails. You want to build confidence, learn the basics, and have more control on the bike.

  • These are some of the lessons that I offer for beginner riders on grade 3 trails:

    • Body position

    • Smooth gear changing

    • Braking

    • Line choice

    • Skill - front wheel lift & rear wheel lift

    • Feeling nervous or tense on the bike

    • Braking too hard or too late on descents

    • Losing balance or putting a foot down in corners

    • Struggling with steep or uneven terrain

    • Not knowing the right body position for control

    • Hesitating on small features like roots or rocks

    • Lacking confidence to ride trails alone or with friends

    • Build confidence on the bike – feel stable, balanced, and in control.

    • Master safe braking – stop smoothly without skidding or losing balance.

    • Learn correct body position – ride with proper posture for control and safety.

    • Take on corners with confidence – flow through turns without fear.

    • Ride basic trails comfortably – enjoy green trails and start exploring easy blue trails.

    • Understand trail safety and bike setup – know how to ride safely and keep your bike ready for the trail.

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Intermediate

  • You’re comfortable on your bike and know the basics, but you want to take things to the next level. You’re looking to ride with more flow, tackle more challenging terrain, and feel confident in different trail situations.

  • These are some of the lessons that I offer for intermediate riders on grade 4 trails:

    • Body position

    • Braking & braking zones

    • Line choice

    • Cornering body position

    • Angulation for corners

    • Jumping

    • Skill - bunny hops

    • Skill - stopies

    • Skill - whips

    • Skill - wheelies

    • Losing flow through technical sections

    • Braking too much before or in corners

    • Hesitating on drops, jumps, or roll-downs

    • Struggling to maintain traction on steep or loose climbs

    • Inconsistent line choice through rock gardens or roots

    • Stalling or losing momentum on technical climbs

    • Feeling stuck at the same riding level and not progressing

    • Maintain flow on technical trails – ride smoothly through roots, rocks, and tight turns.

    • Corner faster and with more control – enter and exit turns at speed without sliding out.

    • Confidently ride drops and small jumps – handle features with the right technique and commitment.

    • Climb steep or loose terrain – keep traction and momentum even on tricky uphills.

    • Make faster, smarter line choices – pick the path that saves energy and keeps speed.

    • Link features together – ride multiple trail challenges without losing rhythm.

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Advanced

  • You’re an experienced rider who’s ready to fine-tune your technique. You want to ride faster, smoother, and with more precision, pushing your skills to handle any trail with confidence.

  • These are some of the lessons that I offer for advanced riders on grade 4+ trails:

    • Race braking & 2-1-none

    • Advanced line choice

    • Hip drive & rotation

    • Skill - scrub

    • Skill - manual

    • Skill - cutties/shralps

    • Race simulation

    • Finding the fastest, smoothest lines at fast pace

    • Keeping speed while linking multiple technical features

    • Over-braking or under-braking at high speed

    • Carrying corner speed consistently on all trail types

    • Struggling to adapt quickly to new or unfamiliar terrain

    • Small mistakes adding up to slower lap times

    • Losing focus or flow under race pressure

    • Pushing limits without sacrificing safety or control

    • Ride the fastest, smoothest lines – carry speed through technical and high-speed sections.

    • Link complex features – combine jumps, drops, corners, and technical terrain seamlessly.

    • Brake with precision – control speed perfectly without scrubbing too much momentum.

    • Corner at a fast pace – keep grip and control even at high speed.

    • Adapt to any terrain – stay in control on unfamiliar trails or race courses.

    • Maintain flow and focus under pressure – ride at your best when it matters most.

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See what my clients are saying

  • “Carter and I wanted to get some tips on the basics of mountain biking so we can have more fun and ride more efficiently (and safer!). Hunter is a natural coach and wise beyond his years, he made us feel super comfortable and taught us some key techniques that are really going to make us more comfortable riding. We're definitely going to come back for more coaching too!”

    Mark and Carter

  • “I found the coaching session super helpful. It made me feel more comfortable on technical trails, and Hunter's explanations were clear and constructive.” 

    Maia 

  • “As an older rider my + 25 years on a mountain bike has seen lots of changes in MTB including tracks getting much steeper and more technical. Lessons with Hunter have broken old habits and given me more confidence and made me a smoother rider on the faster downhills and in the (smallish!) air. Time very well spent with a qualified and patient coach.“

    Craig

  • "Hunter has fostered a love for biking which has seen my daughter’s confidence and skills grow. He has connected with the girls and built a safe, fun and trusting environment."

    Liz

  • "Hunter is a great and professional coach, he has taught me so many things I didn’t know and showed me short cuts, how to change and fix gears and tyres. Hunter knows awesome sayings to help me remember things. I now understand more about my bike which helps up and down trails. I would highly recommend Hunter!"

    Keeton

  • "We engaged Hunter for a cornering skills session to help my son prepare for an upcoming enduro race. Hunter was punctual, knowledgeable, and had great communication throughout. His presentation of skills was excellent, and the video analysis was especially helpful in breaking down technique and improvement areas. Despite the challenging weather, the session was well-structured and super effective. I would 100% recommend Hunter to anyone looking to hone their skills! "

    Nick

  • "Hunter’s approach to his 1 on 1 coaching has really helped develop my son’s riding skills and confidence. Highly recommend a lesson with Hunter."

    Megan

  • "Hunter is a dedicated, enthusiastic, and organised young man. His inspiring coaching style has helped my daughter and her friends take their riding to the next level. He’s done a great job at building community and it’s been fun to see their excitement for the sport grow as their skills and confidence have improved."

    Bret

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Are you ready to ride like you’ve always wanted?

You’re done playing guessing games. You’re done losing time with your kids because you can’t keep up. You’re done feeling stuck, frustrated, or scared on the trails. It’s time for real progress — coaching that’s tailored to you, your style, and your goals. No more random advice or confusing tips. Just proven skills that work, helping you ride with confidence, improve faster, and have fun while doing it. The progress you’ve been searching for? It’s closer than you think.

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