Question 1

How much is a dirt bike class?

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Our dirt bike (little bike) classes are $295 per person for the Level 1, 2, or 3. Kids classes (ages 6-12) are $350 as they are MUCH more labor intensive. Ticket price includes the use of helmet,  elbow/shin/knee pads, a full day of instruction AND the bike (fuel too).   We do offer Discount dirt bike dates on select weekdays for $255.

Question 2

How much does the Intro to ADVenture cost?

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$350 and you must be an AMA member (American Motorcyclist Association). We can sign you up onsite for a $20 single-day membership or a $49 year long membership. You can also become a member or renew online prior to class and bring your new number.

Question 3

Do you offer a military discount?

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Yes! We give ACTIVE DUTY members 10% off throughout the year. Just email us (info@dcdirtcamp.com) to get the code and be sure to bring your ID to class with you so we can verify on site and thank you for serving our country.

Question 4

Do you offer group or family discounts?

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We don't have a specific discount for our regularly scheduled classes, however we would be happy to add a date that works for your group. Dirt Camp has the most flexibility/availability on weekdays therefore we can offer classes at a deeper discount Mon-Fri (excludes holidays).  Prices below are for groups with students ages 12 and up, adults welcome! Little kid classes (ages 6-11) are more labor intensive. Separate pricing included below.  Dirt Bike Classes (Weekday)                 3 people or less = $800                 4 people = $1000                 5 people = $1225                 Each additional person over 5 = $200 (Max 12 students)   Adv Classes (Weekday)                 3 people or less = $925                 4 people = $1200                 5 people = $1450                 Each additional person over 5 = $275 (Max 15 students)   Most weekends we already have regularly scheduled classes, but if you wanted to do a private group lesson on a weekend, we can try to make that happen.  Dirt Bike Classes (Weekend)                   3 people or less = $1075                   4 people = $1400                    5 people = $1800                   Each additional person over 5 = $275   Adv Classes (Weekend)                   3 people = $1150                   4 people = $1500                    5 people = $1800                   Each additional person over 5 = $325    Kids classes (Weekday) 2 kids or less = $800 3 kids = $1100 4 kids = $1400 (Only 4 Dirt camp bikes available. Two 50cc bikes, two 110cc bikes)   Kids classes (Weekend) 2 kids or less = $1000 3 kids = $1300 4 kids = $1550 (Only 4 Dirt camp bikes available. Two 50cc bikes, two 110cc bikes)

Question 5

Where are you located?

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Our mailing and business office is in Fairfax, VA. However we run our classes in King George, VA between Fredericksburg and Dahlgren.  Specific directions and addresses will be emailed to you directly after you register for class, about a week ahead of time.

Question 6

Where is your advance Adv training held?

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Our special event Oct. 23-25, 2020 will be held on private land in the Shenandoah Valley, near the town of Mount Jackson, VA.  Specific directions and an address will be emailed to you after registering for the weekend, about a week ahead of time.  Friday Oct. 23:Women's Intermediate Clinic Sat.-Sun. Oct 24-25 Co-ed Advanced Rider training.

Question 7

We live far from Dirt Camp, where can we stay?"

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Airbnb is always a good option. Check in the Virginia towns of Fredericksburg, Dalgren, or King George.  There are also several hotels within half-hour of DC Dirt Camp. Some of our recommended hotels are: Riverview Inn Colonial Beach Country Inn and Suites, Dahlgren Holiday Inn Express, Dahlgren Hampton Inn, Dahlgren   A couple nearby campgrounds include: Monroe Bay Campground Harbor View RV & Camping resort

Question 8

Can I just rent a bike and ride without taking a class?

Accepted Answer

In short, no. Our insurance is tied to training. Also the bikes don't leave the riding area without us, so you would have to be a member of the Washington Area Trail Riders to use the trails closest to where we run our classes.   For ladies, there are some great opportunity to rent and ride in Hampton, NJ as well as Tamaqua, PA where we will be providing rentals at Over-and-Out. These are two ALL WOMEN off-road camping/riding events on the East Coast in 2022

Question 9

I'm hosting a camping/Adventure bike/Jeep/scouting event, can you bring motorcycles my guests can rent?"

Accepted Answer

Most likely yes. We have capacity to carry about 10 dirt bikes at once and flexibilty to go just about anywhere in the continental US. a couple caveats: it would have to be when we do not already have classes scheduled, and we would have to either give some basic instruction with the rental or have participants prove proficiency with a manual motorcycle clutch.  Rentals are about $500/day and we take a deposit up front and return it after the bike comes back unharmed.

Question 10

I want to do a corporate off-site learning event, can you bring bikes to that?"

Accepted Answer

Yes! We would love to come to you and engage a small group in a new activity. Dirt biking only seems like a solo sport. We emphasize the value of teamwork when riding off-road.  We can accommodate up to 16 people in a class. Please email us to set something up. info@dcdirtcamp.com

Question 11

Can I drop my kid off or should I plan to stay all day with her/him?

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Depends on the age of your child. For classes ages 13+ you are not required to stay but we leave it to your discretion and understanding of your own child's needs. Our experience is anyone under ~14 could use a parent to help out with gear and lunches etc.  If you are bringing anyone under 13 to our classes, then one parent or guardian must stay and be available for that child/children.

Question 12

I want to take class at the same time as my child. Can we do that?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the age of the child and the date of the class. We do have some kids classes running simultaniously with the 13+ classes (where adults are also mixed in). However, if your child is age 6-12 then at least one parent or guardian must be available to the kid the whole class. Example 1: If mom wants to ride and little Johnny (age 6) is in a lesson too, then dad has to stay with Johnny while mom is in class nearby. Example 2: If dad wants to ride with daughter Sally (age 14) and they both have no idea how to use a clutch, they can take a New Rider class together.  Example 3: Mom already rides street and wants Jane, her 16 year old to learn dirt before getting her street license. They would be in class on different days as mom should take our Clutch Capable class and Jane should take our New Rider Class ( mom would be bored in this level of class)

Question 13

I have a 10 year old and 12 year old, can they take class together?"

Accepted Answer

It depends. If your older child is not super tall, then yes, probably. We have 50cc and 110 cc dirt bikes with just a foot shifter for the little little kids. So if the 12 year old is taller than about 5'0", he/she should really be on a bigger bike than our 110. We suggest our classes for ages 12+ where he/she would be on a 125cc or bigger bike, and would also be learning a manual clutch. Look on the schedule for a date where we are offering a New Rider Class and a Kids class on the same date. They wouldn't be in the same class, but would be at Dirt Camp at the same time.

Question 14

Can all of my kids and I ride together, family class? Private class?"

Accepted Answer

Depending on their ages and skill levels, possibly. We try to offer beginner level 1 or 2 on the same day as a kids class for this exact reason- in case some kids are over 12 and some under. 
If you want to join your kids, or none of the dates work for you, may be able to accommodate a private family class. Especially if you are looking for a weekday. Our weekends are pretty booked- but please email us and we'll see what we can arrange.
See group pricing above.

Question 15

When will classes resume post-pandemic?

Accepted Answer

WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Question 16

My kids will still be online learning from home. Or I work from home.  Can we get them out of the house and come to class?"

Accepted Answer

YES! We offer classes on most Fridays in conjunction with our weekend scheduled classes.  We want to help with the cabin fever!

Question 17

Can I bring my own gear for Covid (or other) reasons?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! If you have your own helmet and pads bring them! If not, we've got you covered with a helmet, elbow, and shin/knee pads. During these COVID times, we do ask that you bring your own eye protection (Sunglasses, Rx glasses, or goggles) as well as snug fitting gloves that will allow ample finger dexterity.  We sanitize our gear between classes but goggles and gloves are hard to clean in the field. So we ask you bring your own for eyes and hands.

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