Day in the Dirt

BMW Off Road Skills has successfully developed a series of special one-day events that run in partnership with our Level One and Two training schools. A Day in the Dirt is the ideal way to consolidate the essential skills learned on these courses, practicing your techniques in the fantastic 4,000-acre Walters Arena in Wales.

Your ‘Day in the Dirt’ is about riding time. Having worked hard at practicing the skills and exercises during your time at the training schools, you now have a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge.

BMW Off Road Skills has selected and graded routes around the Walters Arena, with the aim of offering a tailored ride to suit your experience level. These routes are graded in a similar way to ski runs. Green – easy routes; Blue – medium tracks and trails; Red – challenging trails; and Black – very challenging terrain.

Our team of experienced BMW Off Road Skills instructors will guide you around the hills and trails during this fantastic day’s riding.

The focus of the ‘Day in the Dirt’ experience is instructor led small groups, specifically catering for each group’s ability level to ensure that you maximise your training experience. Should you desire a different level of challenge, then changing between ability groups is possible.

We programme our ‘Day in the Dirt’ events to follow selected Off Road Skills courses, providing you with a perfect opportunity to build on the skills acquired on Level One or Level Two courses. Naturally, if you have attended an earlier Level One or Two, then you are also eligible to book a ‘Day in the Dirt’ as a stand-alone event.

2009 Calendar

07 March (Sat)
09 May (Sat)
11 July (Sat)
01 August (Sat)
12 September (Sat)
10 October (Sat)

Additional Information

Customers will have a choice of riding a G 650 Xcountry, G 650 Xchallenge, F 650 GS, F 800 GS, R 1200 GS, HP2 Enduro or G 450 X motorcycle for this activity, subject to availability and the conditions outlined below. With the exception of the HP2 and the G 450 X, all participants must have at least completed the BMW Off Road Skills Level One Basic course and have a good level of fitness. Participants are grouped according to riding ability. The HP2 Enduro is only available to participants who have completed the Level One Advanced course. To participate on the G 450 X, our previous customers must have at least completed the BMW Off Road Skills Level Two course and have a good level of fitness. The new G 450 X will be available to new customers, however, we would expect these participants to be already involved in riding a competition Enduro bike, and therefore be proficient in clutch control, technical trails and pre-loading the suspension. The G 450 X is only available for use on the Black Runs.

Participants must be aged 21 years or older and hold a full and valid motorcycle licence for riding in the United Kingdom.

How much?

The Day in the Dirt costs £225. The cost is £275 for participants booking a HP2 Enduro.

The price includes BMW Off Road Skills instructor guidance, motorcycle hire, third party insurance, fuel, lunch, support vehicle and a certificate of completion.

Please note: It does not include personal motorcycle or accident insurance, your accommodation and evening drinks, or any additional meals or drinks for your guests.

What do I wear?

Helmets must be EC2205 or equivalent and in good condition. Gloves should be lightweight and offer dexterity in the fingers, so that you can use the motorcycle controls. Most textile type road jackets and trousers are fine, providing the quilted layer can be removed, as you will get very hot. Boots MUST be motocross boots.

Lace up boots and any boot without rigidity in the ankle area are NOT ACCEPTABLE. Please note that the organisers will check and inspect all clothing and equipment and assess suitability. Any riders considered to be inadequately clothed or protected will be excluded from the course.

If you are in any doubt about the suitability of your boots then we have hire clothing available. However, it is essential that reservations are made in advance of attending the course as supplies are limited.

If you wish to hire boots or any other clothing please e-mail your requirements, including sizes to clothing@offroadskills.com at least two weeks prior to your course date. Prices are listed in your confirmation letter. Boots should be requested in European sizes i.e. 47. For trousers please advise the waist size you require, i.e. 34″. Gloves and jackets should be requested in sizes M – XXL.

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