Mars Hill Cycling Camp

06/12/2026

New jersey is fast — camp spots are going even faster!

Less than 3 spots left in MTB 1, 2, and 4. Registration closes one week before each camp, so MTB 1 closes Monday, June 15, and each week after that.

Coach Reid recently won the Knoxville Bike Racing Wednesday Baker Creek race. This is what we mean when we say our coaches walk it like they talk it. We know our stuff and we know how to coach you to progress your riding too!

And that guy in second place? That’s Isaac — a Mars Hill alum. Couldn’t be prouder to share a podium with him. 🙌

Come ride with coaches who are still out there racing and competing at the highest level — and join a community that teaches you skills and gives you experiences that stick with you long after camp ends.

06/04/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who supports our scholarship programs.

Because of the generosity of the Jake Hill Rider Development Foundation and the many individuals who contributed to our Pay It Forward Scholarship Fund, several young riders will be attending Mars Hill Cycling Camp this summer who otherwise may not have had the opportunity.

Scholarship recipients have now been notified, and we’re incredibly grateful to the people who made these opportunities possible.

Thank you for investing in the next generation of cyclists and helping make camp accessible to more families.

Access matters. Opportunity matters. Community matters.

If you’d like to help us create even more opportunities for young riders in the future, whether through a small contribution or larger support, we’d love to hear from you. Send us a message to learn more about our scholarship programs.

05/25/2026

Riders accepted to Camp 3 can use code 100-OFF through June 14.

This particular session runs July 13–18, and we’re opening a limited Memorial Day Special for this camp only.

Not racing Nationals in Roanoke that week? Come ride with us instead. We think this is a pretty great alternative.

A week spent riding bikes in the mountains with other kids who love it as much as you do? That’s not just a summer camp. It’s a unique experience you’ll always remember.

MTB Camp 3, like all of our camps, is built around inclusivity. Technical trails with A/B lines, skills coaching that meets riders where they’re at, jumping or just learning to jump, long hard double days or dialing it back to soak it all in. Plus creek hangs, waterfalls, picnics, bike and ball and board games, movie nights, and plenty of popcorn, pizza, and ice cream 🍕⛰️

Six days in WNC and there’s a good chance you’ll want to come back. Many of our campers do, year after year. One of the coolest parts of running camp since 2012 has been getting to watch riders grow in confidence, skills, character and friendships over multiple summers.

Riding groups form naturally around riding style, experience, and fitness level, so everyone is challenged without feeling overwhelmed. Some campers show up chasing speed and technical refinement. Others are looking to build confidence and ride trails they never thought they could. All fit here. YOU fit here.

An application is required before registration on BikeReg, so keep that in mind as you plan. Camps regularly sell out as summer gets closer.

More info:
marshillcyclingcamp.com/mountain-bike-camp

05/23/2026

Some kids leave camp riding faster.
Some leave more confident.
All leave with friendships, memories, and a new idea of what they’re capable of.

From rocky and rooty tech to fast flow trails to jump sessions, games, creek hangs, waterfalls and long glorious days in the mountains, Mars Hill MTB Camp is about progression, challenge, and loving the ride.

Summer 2026 enrollment is filling up fast. Join us!

05/16/2026

First day at camp starts with games, skills assessment, and getting to know new teammates before we head onto Western North Carolina trails. Coach Erik (blue Mars Hill shirt) brings downhill/enduro experience plus Wilderness First Responder certification to our summer MTB staff.

Four weeklong MTB camps for riders ages 10–18 this June and July. Applications open now: marshillcyclingcamp.com/mountain-bike-camp

Apply now. Spots filling up fast!

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05/14/2026

Most camps take kids riding.

We believe coaching should go further than that.

Each camper at Mars Hill Cycling Camp is assigned a coach who gets to know them at the beginning of camp — their goals, strengths, challenges, and experience level. Throughout the week, our coaching staff works together to observe every rider both on and off the bike.

Before leaving camp, riders receive individualized written feedback covering areas such as:
• technical skills progression
• fitness and riding habits
• strengths and growth areas
• coachability and teamwork
• recommendations for continued development after camp

We originally developed this process while serving as a USA Cycling Athlete Development Pathway camp, and although it is no longer required, we chose to continue it because we found it incredibly valuable for riders, parents, and coaches alike.

It helps ensure that every camper receives individual attention — and leaves camp with a clearer understanding of how to continue improving long after the week ends.

Because great coaching is about more than just miles ridden.

05/11/2026

Female junior cyclists: we have scholarships available for road and mountain bike camp and we want you to apply!

Mars Hill Cycling Camp has both road/gravel and MTB scholarship opportunities available for junior riders ages 10–18. Scholarships range from partial tuition support to full tuition opportunities for qualifying applicants.

Our camps are USA Cycling sanctioned and built around high-level coaching, rider development, professionalism, safety, and fun in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

If you know a young rider who would benefit from this opportunity, please share this post.

Scholarship applications due May 17.

Link in bio to camp website with more information.

05/08/2026

Train with national champions this summer in Western North Carolina.

Mars Hill Cycling Camp’s Road & Gravel Camp (June 15–20) helps riders ages 10–18 develop skills, fitness, confidence, and race experience through high-level coaching on challenging mountain terrain.

Whether preparing for Road Nationals, the Junior Gravel National Series, or simply looking to improve and learn in a supportive environment, camp is designed for riders of all levels.

Pictured: past guest rider Matthew Busche -- Tour de France rider and 2x professional US road champion -- taking a turn at the front with a camper and multi-national junior champion.

Limited spots remain. Apply now.

05/05/2026

Scholarship Deadline Extended until May 17th!

Two scholarship opportunities for 2026

🚴‍♂️ Jake Hill Junior Rider Development Scholarship
Honoring the life and legacy of Jake Hill, a Mars Hill University alumni, camp staff, and cycling team member. Through scholarship, mentorship and resources to create an equitable path for junior riders.
🏆 Includes full camp tuition to Mars Hill Road + Gravel camp plus an entry into 2026 USAC Junior Road nationals.
Available for One Male and One Female camper

🚵‍♀️ Pay it Forward Scholarship Build by Riders For Riders. this scholarship has been funded by generous donations from current and past campers offering a need based scholarship for male and female campers.
Good for any camp.
Available for those who haven’t yet registered as a discount or those who have already registered via a partial refund.

🙌 No reason to not ride with us this summer! Apply on our website, link in bio.

04/30/2026

The Ring of Fire is adding a junior race the same week our road camp is in session. Get coaching from professional coaches, training time and also real world race experience on your way to racing nationals and beyond this summer!

Please find the latest flyer attached. Updates: Junior races on June 17 and over $2000 payout for A-Race Series Overall top 5: $1,000, $500, $300, $150, $75 sponsored by The Applewood Manor Foundation in memory of Jacob Hill and Lennie Antonelli.