Young riders learning dirt bike skills with Forge MX at Barona Oaks

Learn to ride / San Diego

Your first ride can start a lifetime of fun.

Forge supplies the motorcycle and teaches the safe basics you need to ride with confidence.

Request your first ride

For kids and adults. No motorcycle or experience needed.

Forge motorcycleThe bike is included.
Private settingLearn without public track traffic.
Three hoursTime to learn without rushing.
Kids and adultsNew riders start here.

No bike? No problem.

You do not need to buy a motorcycle before you know you enjoy riding. Start on a Forge bike that fits the rider.

Learn the right habits from ride one.

The first skills

Control first. Then the fun opens up.

01

Start and stop

02

Throttle control

03

Use both brakes

04

Body position

05

Turn with control

A calmer first ride

Learn without the fear of an open track.

The rider learns at a pace that feels clear and controlled. Speed comes after balance, braking, and good choices.

  • Motorcycle matched to the rider
  • Safety gear checked before riding
  • One step taught at a time
  • Parents know what safe progress looks like
Coach Brayden Lessler explaining dirt bike fundamentals to new riders

How it works

Simple from first call to first ride.

01

Tell us about the rider.

Age, height, experience, location, and possible days.

02

Pick a time by phone.

Brayden confirms the right fit and schedules the ride with you.

03

Show up ready to learn.

Forge handles the motorcycle, setup, and first-ride plan.

Two clear options

The bike is always included.

Bring approved safety gear or use Forge gear. Either way, the rider gets the same private three-hour experience.

$395

Bring approved gear

Forge motorcycle and private first-ride coaching included.

$495

Forge safety gear

Forge motorcycle, rental safety gear, and private coaching included.

A new rider's first session

“After very little time on a dirt bike, I left with a new level of comfort and a foundation for future riding.”
P.J. F. / New adult rider

Quick answers

Know before you ride.

Does the rider need a motorcycle?

No. Learn to Ride is for riders who need Forge to provide the motorcycle.

What if the rider already owns a bike?

Choose Private Coaching to learn on the motorcycle they already ride.

Is safety gear included?

Choose the $495 option for Forge rental safety gear. The $395 option is for riders with approved gear of their own.

Do we need motocross pants and a jersey?

No. A durable long-sleeve shirt and sturdy pants can work. Helmet, eye protection, gloves, boots, and other required safety gear must fit correctly.

How is the date chosen?

After the short form, Brayden contacts you to confirm the rider fit and agree on a date and time.

Start here

Tell Forge about the rider.

This first step is short. No payment. Brayden will call, text, or email to confirm the right fit and time.