Midwest Motocross Training: Schools, Coaches & Camps (2026)

Finding a good motocross coach or riding school is one of the fastest ways to get faster - and safer - on a dirt bike, whether you're a parent putting a kid on 50s or an A rider chasing Loretta's. Below are the coaches, riding schools, training camps and clinics we've researched across the Midwest, grouped by state, with what they offer, who they're for, pricing where it's published, and the tracks they teach at. Every listing links to a full profile and, where applicable, the track.

Programs change their schedules and rates often - always confirm the current details directly before you book.

Arkansas

Budman Moto Training

5-time Arenacross champion Buddy Antunez coaches at Deer Creek MX Ranch in Sheridan and at tracks nationwide. Customized MX/SX technique programs for beginners through pros (rates on inquiry).

Diamond State Moto Training

A 100-acre training complex in Malvern with a Loretta Lynn replica, supercross and national tracks. One-on-one coaching with Ozzy Barbaree plus full-time training blocks (from ~$1,300/mo). See Diamond State Moto Complex.

FCA Motocross Arkansas Camp

A faith-based 5-day youth camp at Diamond State Moto Complex with overnight lodging, from $765 for ages 8-65. Run by FCA Motocross (director Rick Crow).

So Live So Ride Moto Ranch

Adventure-bike and off-road training in Traskwood - $50/hr private lessons, $125 group half-days and $250 Train-Stay-Ride weekends, with guided rides at The Rail Yard MX.

Wolf Bayou MX Training Camps

Cameron Hoselton runs training camps and school-day sessions at Wolf Bayou MX in Drasco - cornering, jumping and braking technique on the MX and trail layout.

Illinois

Midwest Dirt Bike School

MSF-standard beginner dirt-bike classes ($129-169, loaner bikes available) and free ATV safety courses at Holzhauer Pro Motorsports in Nashville - ages 6+, Saturdays March through October.

Ride On Academy

MSF-certified dirt-bike and adventure-bike instruction in northern Illinois - DirtBike School, ADV RiderCourse and trail-riding intros at Rocky Glen OHV Park (head coach Jovani).

Iowa

DPMX Tracks & Training

David Pulley's DPMX in Colfax - a private training facility, professional MX coaching, custom track building, and home of the Iowa Moto Series.

Kansas

Innovative MX Training

USMCA-certified coaching by ex-pro Scott Gebken out of Wichita - ELITE camps, state-championship prep and the Memorial Day MEGA CAMP across Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma tracks (incl. AMP MX Park); $160/day group, $350 private.

Ride Forever Foundation

A Kansas City-area nonprofit offering free motocross training from a USMCA-certified coach, plus a free rider-gear program for youth riders (apply through rideforeverfoundation.org).

Minnesota

DMC Motorsports Rider Development

Rider development and skills training for all ages at Brooks International Raceway in northern Minnesota.

FCA Motocross Minnesota Camp

A family-friendly faith-based 5-day youth camp at Trax North MX with overnight lodging, $765 riders / $450 non-riders (director Erica McGraw).

The Moto Clinic

Ex-factory pro Weston Peick and USMCA-certified trainer Mike Evenson run traveling technique clinics and race schools, including recurring stops at the Motokazie supercross track in Jordan.

Troll Training

Pro veteran Alex Martin (Star Yamaha, 26 career podiums) teaches riding schools at his family's Spring Creek MX Park in Millville - technique, body position, line choice and race craft.

Missouri

The Sandbox Training Club

A private training-club track in Rushville, near St. Joseph, hosting structured training days (including Innovative MX pre-season camps), weather permitting.

Oklahoma

Reynard Training Complex

Factory legend Robbie Reynard personally coaches every rider at his Wellston complex on the Reynard Raceway grounds - full-time pro development and 30-day daily programs ($3,000).

GAME Moto Coaching

A full-time facility in Tecumseh run by Gregg Albertson, with a Loretta Lynn's-replica national track, a pro supercross track and ovals. Day ($200), week, month and longer programs; also coaches at 4-State Moto Complex.

Jandebeur's Riding Lessons

Beginner dirt-bike lessons and Yamaha TTR rentals at Jandebeur's Motor Sports Park, a 170-acre family park in Sapulpa - open year-round, from $49/hr with a bike included.

FCA Motocross Oklahoma Camp

A faith-based 5-day camp at Robbie Reynard's complex in Wellston, lodging in Chandler, $765 riders / $450 non-riders (director Tanner Smith; next edition 2027).

Traveling clinics & national camps (Midwest stops)

Shannon Niday Motocross School

Shannon Niday has coached future champions since 1997 - Dungey, Canard, Anderson and more. Recurring multi-day classes at 4-State Moto Complex in Neosho, MO ($150-175/day), plus full-time training in Texas.

The MX Factory

A national program by ex-AMA pro Tyler Livesay - 30+ traveling 1-day clinics a year ($297), including an annual Midwest swing through Missouri, Kansas, Illinois and Minnesota tracks, plus a 5-day Austin, TX intensive.

The Moto Academy

AJ Catanzaro's national camp tour - 5-day ($1,999), 3-day ($499) and 1-day ($399) camps with certified coaches, film study and ability grouping; 2026 Midwest stops include Trax North MX (MN).

How to choose a motocross trainer

• Match the level and age. Some programs are beginner/MSF-style intros; others are full-time pro development. Pick one built for the rider in front of you.
• Format. One-on-one privates, group days, multi-day camps and season-long training blocks all exist here - decide how much structure you want.
• Credentials. USMCA certification, racing resume and the riders a coach has produced are all signal.
• The track. Training on a quality, well-prepped track (or a national/SX replica) matters as much as the coaching.

See the full, filterable directory on the Midwest trainers page, or submit a coach or school to get listed free.