The Drifters is ideal for those transitioning from Banditos or intermediate riders ready for the next level. The Drifters work on the same fundamentals as the Nomads and Mavericks, but with the main focus on developing lifelong skills and friendships. Competing in races or events is not required, but highly encouraged. There are events for all levels and ability. For the more serious Drifters athlete who wants to pursue this sport and eventually join Nomads or Mavericks, there will be separations within Drifters to accommodate you or you can apply for the Nomad Development crew. 

  

Program details for 2026!

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• Ages 9+ (exceptions apply)

• Prior to joining, a personal or semi private evaluation session is required. Or video submission of your athlete riding. Please contact Coach Tyson to schedule

• Season runs from April - September

• Additional Freeride camp in October

• Training Sessions 3 days/week -  Tue/Thu 6-8pm and Saturdays 9-11 until resorts open, then 10:00-2:00pm 

• 5:1 athlete to coach ratio.

• Dedicated coaching with video and feedback review

• Race series - Utah Gravity Series, Mountain States Cup, Woodward Monthly Races. A more detailed race schedule will be available as soon as it's communicated from the race organizers. 

• Opportunity to get “called up” to bigger races

• Team Jersey included

• Access to exclusive sponsor discounts from brands like Intense Bikes, Troy Lee Designs, Schwalbe tires, Fox Suspension and more

 

Expectations

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• An athlete's "Owners Manual" will be provided after registration

• Athletes must be able to confidently ride intermediate to advanced mountain trails - Must be able to clear Levitate, Tsunami, NCS, and pedal from Draper Bike Park to the top of Rush via Canyon Hollow in under 50 minutes.

• Athletes must have knee/shin, elbow, chest, and spine armor as well as a high quality full-face helmet, goggles and gloves.

• A full suspension bike is required. 160mm of travel minimum, Dirt Jumper or BMX is highly recommended

• Must wear Outlaw Jersey

• Respect trail etiquette, safety, and conditions

• Support any Utah Mountain Sports Academy fundraisers or events

• Complete the "Drifters Pillars" included in your welcome package

• Promote the team and sponsors through your social media outlets whenever appropriate

• Refer people to our sponsors

 

Cost -  $2800

 

Additional Winter Training Options

• Southern Utah Camps - 2 two day camps in St George in January and February. 1 day of conditioning and dirt jumps and 1 day of shuttling DH (ish) tracks per. Cost is TBD. Transport is TBD.

• Jump training at COR Athlete Park and Woodward Park City