TMA camps are open to riders from age 5 to 75 and beyond. There is no upper age limit and no minimum skill requirement. If you can ride, you belong here.

None. Camps are designed for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Riders are grouped by ability only — slow riders ride with slow riders, fast riders ride with fast riders. Age has nothing to do with it. A 50-year-old and a teenager can be in the same group if they ride at the same level. The coaching is always matched to where you actually are.

Camps typically run four groups, each color-coded so you always know exactly where you belong. When you arrive you will receive a colored sticker for your number plate — that is your group. Green is beginner. Blue is novice. Orange is intermediate. Red is advanced. Each group has a dedicated head coach and assistant coach with you all week. Nobody gets lost, nobody gets in over their head, and nobody gets held back.

Every camp is run by TMA certified coaches trained in AJ Catanzaro's curriculum. Camps run a minimum of four head coaches and four assistant coaches. Riders are divided into groups of approximately 20 — each group has a dedicated head coach and assistant coach locked in with them all week. That works out to roughly one coach for every ten riders. AJ created the curriculum that every coach is trained on and certified to teach.

You will receive a Shopify order confirmation right away. From there you are placed into TMA's preparation email series — training videos, packing guides, and everything you need to show up ready. About 7 days before camp you will receive additional details and any required waivers, which can also be completed at the track on the first Monday of camp. 72 hours before camp starts, Kate personally sends a final email with any last-minute changes or specifics for your week.

After you book, TMA's preparation email series covers exactly what to bring in detail. The essentials: plenty of water and food for each day, standard bike tools and spare parts, a fresh air filter for every day of camp, and at least 5 gallons of fuel per day. Camps are hard on equipment — come prepared. Pack warm clothes, cool clothes, and rain gear regardless of the forecast. Lunch is not provided by TMA — a food truck is often on site but not guaranteed. Come prepared to be self-sufficient for the day.

Your bike must be designed for off-road riding with knobby tires and be in good mechanical condition — that is the most important requirement. Camps take place on a motocross track. 65cc through 450cc motocross bikes are the most common, but 110s, 125s, 150s, Talarias, Surrons, and the occasional 500cc 2-stroke are all welcome. 50cc bikes can attend but a spare clutch is strongly recommended. Electric bikes are welcome. The most important thing is that your rider is comfortable on their bike and that it is mechanically sound and safe. TMA reserves the right to remove any bike from camp that is deemed unsafe for the rider or other participants. No quads allowed.

Accommodations are not included — riders and families are responsible for booking their own lodging. Hotels in the area are the most common option. Many tracks allow dry camping on site, but this varies by location. Check the FAQ section on your specific camp page for on-site camping details and local recommendations.

Each day is structured around maximizing your time on the track. Expect a mix of focused technique drills, coached group sessions, open riding time, and daily rider education that covers both the physical and mental side of the sport. Every day builds on the one before it.

Camp does not cancel for rain. TMA is built to coach in all conditions and some of the best sessions happen in the mud. If weather becomes genuinely dangerous, the schedule is adjusted — film study, rider education, games, and other activities fill the time until conditions allow riding again. TMA recently ran a full camp at Barona Oaks, California during the rainiest week on record. Camp went off without a hitch. Riders had a blast and learned more than most dry-weather camps deliver.

Absolutely. Families are welcome to attend and watch from designated viewing areas along the fenced perimeter. Filming and photography are encouraged. Parents and family members are not permitted on the track during sessions for the safety of all riders.

Safety is TMA's top priority and every precaution is taken. Motocross is an action sport and injuries can happen — TMA does not pretend otherwise. Most camps have an EMT on location. TMA also has a traveling paramedic, Driver Jamie, who is present at most camps. Jamie serves as an assistant coach and is on the track during sessions, which means he is often the first on scene if something happens and responds with full medical equipment. In the case of a serious injury, an ambulance is called immediately.

For 5-day camp passes: a full refund to your original payment method is available if cancelled more than 60 days before camp. Cancellations within 60 days receive a full store credit. Store credits never expire and can be applied to any future camp or TMA product.

​For day passes: day passes are non-refundable, but a full store credit will be issued if you need to cancel.
We are riders too and we know things come up. We are happy to move you into a different camp location whenever possible. Just reach out and we will make it work.
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Yes, two ways. Shop Pay Installments lets you split your $1,999 into four equal payments of $499.75 at 0% interest, processed automatically at checkout. Our in-house payment plan lets you set your own payment schedule with no credit check required — just email kate@themotoacademy.com to get started. The only requirement is that the balance is paid in full before your camp begins.

TMA runs 25+ camp locations across the United States in a given year. Every location is a dedicated motocross facility chosen for its track quality and safety. Locations for 2026 and early 2027 are listed above.

Yes. Waivers are required for all camp participants. To save time on day one, we recommend completing yours before you arrive — you will receive a link in your pre-camp email about 7 days before camp starts. If you have not completed it beforehand, waivers can be signed at check-in on the first Monday of camp. Either way, you are covered.

The best preparation is seat time. Ride as much as you can before camp — the more comfortable you are on the bike, the faster the coaching will click. Beyond riding, make sure your bike is in good mechanical condition before you arrive. TMA's preparation email series also includes training videos to help you hit the ground running. The TMA app is another great tool — riders use it to ask the coaches questions, meet other camp participants, and train online before camp even starts so the concepts are already familiar when coaching starts.

Yes — film study is a core part of every TMA camp, not just a rain-day fallback. Watching your own riding footage with a coach changes things. You see what your body is actually doing versus what it feels like you are doing. That gap is where most improvement lives. On days when weather limits track time, film study and rider education sessions expand to fill the schedule.

The TMA app is the companion to your camp experience — before, during, and after. Use it to train online before camp so the concepts land faster when coaching starts. After camp, upload your riding footage directly for coach critique, follow up with your coaches, and keep building on everything you learned on the track. On the paid tier, you can DM coaches directly. App members also receive 20% off all TMA classes.

Most do. Around 72% of TMA camp attendees have attended or are already booked for more than one camp. About 20% took it further and locked in a 2026 Season Pass — one payment, unlimited camps and classes for the entire year. The 2027 Season Pass will launch towards the end of summer for riders who want to lock in early. If you are serious about progression, it is the best value in the sport.

It depends on what you need — here is who handles what:
General questions, refunds, rebooks, and schedule changes: Email info@themotoacademy.com. Our customer service team handles all account and booking support.

Ready to book but have questions first: Book a 10 min call with Britt. She knows every camp, every location, and every detail — and she is there to make sure this is the right fit before you commit. - This is NOT for routine customer service issues.

Looking for an in-house payment plan: Email Kate directly at kate@themotoacademy.com. She will set up a custom payment schedule for you in minutes.