Nic Johnson MTB Coach

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Mountain biker riding a technical trail section — Feed the stoke

What you’ll find here

Skills, learning and stoke

Skills breakdowns

Cornering, jumping, drops and technical trail riding explained step by step so you can practise with purpose.

How riders learn

Coaching insights on practice, progression and confidence — why some skills stick and others don’t.

All things bike

Setup, trails, events and rides around Wellington and beyond. Ideas to keep you riding and keep it fun.

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What riders say

      
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    Jacque Hunter 
 23 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What fun!! Great introduction coaching on little adjustments that I did not realise I was doing!!  I have a lot work to do on my riding that I did not expect!! A big boost in confidence and looking forward to being as *one* with my beautiful 😍 🤩 bike!!.....and future coaching!! 😀 Recommend highly 👌!!
  
 
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    Tom Robertson 
 16 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had such a productive, private lesson with Nic (along with my brother) - highly recommend - came away with such a great set of work ons to improve our cornering + immediate gains! Nic is awesome to work with.
  
 
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    Ben 
 19 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An outstanding coach! Nic immediately spotted my weaknesses and guided me through them in a structured, easy to understand way. My confidence and riding have improved hugely, and I’ve got plenty to practise thanks to his guidance. Can’t wait to come back for more coaching.
  
 
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    Sheila Hart 
 12 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great lesson with Nic on Mt Vic.  She explains things so it is easy to understand and ensures you have the basics right before progressing.  I have noticed an improvement in my riding after just one lesson, can't wait til the next one!
  
 
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    Elizabeth McDougall 
 16 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Made the lesson fun and learnt loads of transferable skills. Would absolutely recommend.
  
 
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    molly mcdougall 
 14 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you so much Nic! You are the person to go to for a comprehensive lesson, that has given me more confidence to keep exploring trails and corners on my own. Working on technique and body position with Nic is a testament to her teaching skill and attentive nature. Nic also provides excellent humor on (and off) the trails which is a nice wee bonus for anyone considering some time under Nic's tutelage.
  
 
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    Claire (Deks) 
 14 March 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent mtb instruction, average dad jokes 😃 5 stars, would recommend.
  
 
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    Kasmira Graham 
 24 January 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Did the intro to corners last weekend with Nic. Great course and awesome coaching. Love Nic's style of coaching, she takes videos to show how and where to improve which really helps. Can't wait to book in more lessons.
  
 
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    Jo Lonsdale 
 20 January 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I spend three hours with Nic and two others on her Intro to Corners course and it’s given me a huge boost of confidence in my riding. She focuses in on what needs to be adjusted so well and presents it in such an intuitive way (with some great visuals)! And she really makes sure to build new skills from the ground up, taking the time to strip everything back. Amazing coaching, hugely valuable, thank you Nic!
  
 
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    Diane Richardson 
 13 December 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely fantastic coaching session.  I came away understanding soo much more and have changed from thinking I will never able to get better at mountain biking (esp corners)  to now seeing that I can.  And it was fun too.  Thank you so much Nic.
  
 
  
  
 
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