Method alumni are studying at 75+ colleges and universities. [See the list & add yours →](/content/alumni/index.html) New Program · September 2026 # Method MTB Alliance All-mountain and enduro riding for Method students in grades 7–12. Ride with coaches during the school day, level up your skills, and be part of a crew that actually sends it. [Enroll at Method](/content/enroll/index.html) Request more info ### We're looking for 4 part-time coaches. Two coaches in **North San Diego County** and two in **Southwest Riverside County**. Commitment is **two 2-hour rides per week** (4 hours total), **September through June**. Must ride at an **advanced skill level**. Contact Method HR ## What is the Alliance? ## Enduro & all-mountain riding — _built for teens._ Right now, the main organized option for student mountain bikers in SoCal is the NICA-sponsored SoCal Cycling League. It's a great program — but it's primarily XC racing, and it's not terribly flexible. Many teens want to ride enduro and all-mountain, not just grind out laps. The Method MTB Alliance fills that gap. Students ride twice a week during the school day with experienced coaches, develop real trail skills, and still have the option to race NICA on a composite team if they want. **Launching September 2026** with two regional groups in San Diego and Murrieta/Temecula. A beginner-level program is planned for January 2027. ### A typical Alliance week | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | |-----|-------------|--------------|-----------|------------| | 8a | Live English | Math (async) | Group Ride | Science lab | | 9a | Advisory | History (async) | Elective | Live Math | | 10a| Project work | Group Ride | Office hours | | Sample schedule — actual class times vary by grade and program. Rides happen Tue & Fri mornings during the school day. ## Why join? ### More than just _a ride._ ### Two rides per week Ride with your local group and experienced coaches during the school day — no after-school time crunch. ### Level up your riding Develop enduro and all-mountain skills with coaches riding at Advanced or Expert level. ### Monthly alliance-wide rides Once a month the entire alliance meets up for an epic group ride across all regions. ### Team events & parties It's not just riding — we host team socials, video nights, and seasonal events. ### NICA-compatible Still want to race XC? Alliance members can join a NICA composite team and race the SoCal League. ### Bike Nights with mechanics Hands-on evenings with mechanics — learn to wrench on your own bike, dial in your setup, and keep your rig dialed. ### Trail days & volunteering Give back through trail work and other volunteer projects, all counted through Method's service learning program. ### Earn credit Alliance members earn PE credit through our Athletic Performance course. ### 100% free No fees, no dues. This program is fully funded for all Method students. ## Launch regions ## Two groups. Epic trails. We're kicking off with two regional groups based on geography. More regions will follow as the program grows. ### North County San Diego La Costa, Ted's, and more Launching September 2026 ### Murrieta / Temecula Greer, Vailocity, and more Launching September 2026 ### Alliance-wide rides All regional spots, plus Snow Summit, Sky Park, Snow Valley, and Luiseño Bike Park Monthly · all regions ## The full Method experience ## Alliance riders get everything Method offers. - Laptop provided - Small class sizes (19:1) - Dual enrollment for college credit - Field trips & community events ## NICA + Alliance ## Want to race XC too? Go for it. Alliance students are fully eligible to join a NICA composite team and race in the SoCal Cycling League. Many composite teams — made up of students from schools without a dedicated NICA program — already exist. You can ride enduro with the Alliance and race XC with NICA. Best of both worlds. ## The fine print ### Method students only Students must be enrolled in Method's online program to participate. ### Gear up Approved helmets, shoes, knee pads, and eye protection are required at all times while riding. ### Bring your own ride Students must be able to get transportation to and from riding areas. ### We've got insurance Method provides insurance coverage for all Alliance riders. ### First aid trained All Alliance coaches are trained in first aid and ready for whatever the trail throws at us. This program is designed for students in **grades 7–12** who are already riding at an **intermediate level** or above. A beginner-level program is planned for **January 2027** if demand exists. ## Ready to ride? Step one is enrolling at Method Schools. For this first season, we're building the roster around intermediate to advanced riders — the terrain and ride plans demand it. We expect to widen the door to more experience levels in January 2027 and beyond. [Enroll now](/content/enroll/index.html) Request more info **A quick note on bikes:** E-bikes are cool but to keep group rides safe and cohesive, all Alliance bikes must be analog (non-motorized). Trail, all-mountain, or enduro full-suspension rigs are the right fit.