Air Awareness: A Full-Day Jumps & Drops Clinic at Berkshire East

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Air Awareness: A Full-Day Jumps & Drops Clinic at Berkshire East

A full-day, small-group clinic that pairs personalized coaching with on-hill practice, lunch, and Thunder swag to help riders refine jumping and drop technique.

Air Awareness: A Full-Day Jumps & Drops Clinic at Berkshire East.

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Charlemont
Operator
Berkshire East Mountain Resort
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Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join the Jumps & Drops clinic to elevate your riding skills with personalized coaching, small-group practice and a midday meal; the session is structured to help riders refine jumping and dropping technique, build confidence in the air, and enjoy a day of camaraderie and learning.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Personalized instruction to improve your air
THE COACHING

Personalized instruction to improve your air

The clinic centers on one-on-one attention within small groups, with coaching designed to sharpen drop and jumping technique so riders gain confidence and carry improved form into the rest of their riding.

Small groups split by ability
THE FORMAT

Small groups split by ability

Typical groups run three to six participants and are divided into intermediate and advanced cohorts based on ability and pre-clinic survey answers, keeping instruction focused and appropriately paced.

A full day with lunch, a beverage and Thunder swag
THE AMENITIES

A full day with lunch, a beverage and Thunder swag

The full-day clinic includes coaching, a provided lunch, one alcoholic beverage and Thunder-branded swag—plus the social, learning-focused atmosphere of a coached group day on the mountain.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

The Jumps & Drops clinic is a hands-on, full-day progression: coached practice in small groups, focused time on jump lines and drops, and a communal lunch break that keeps the learning social while you reinforce technique through repeated, coached runs.

Personalized instruction to improve your air

THE COACHING

Personalized instruction to improve your air

The clinic centers on one-on-one attention within small groups, with coaching designed to sharpen drop and jumping technique so riders gain confidence and carry improved form into the rest of their riding.

Small groups split by ability

THE FORMAT

Small groups split by ability

Typical groups run three to six participants and are divided into intermediate and advanced cohorts based on ability and pre-clinic survey answers, keeping instruction focused and appropriately paced.

A full day with lunch, a beverage and Thunder swag

THE AMENITIES

A full day with lunch, a beverage and Thunder swag

The full-day clinic includes coaching, a provided lunch, one alcoholic beverage and Thunder-branded swag—plus the social, learning-focused atmosphere of a coached group day on the mountain.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this clinic suits—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Beginner jumpersA good entry into jumping technique for riders who want guided progressions and focused coaching; groups are structured to keep attention individualized.
2
Intermediate ridersIdeal for riders who regularly hit jumps and drops but want a fresh set of eyes on form; instructors split groups by ability to match coaching to skill level.
3
Advanced ridersAdvanced cohorts receive targeted feedback to refine air awareness and technique within small groups of similarly skilled participants.
4
Underage or low‑endurance participantsNot appropriate for riders under 17; the clinic is full‑day and designed for participants who can undertake extended on‑hill sessions.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & season

The clinic is a full‑day session; plan for an on‑hill day with a morning check‑in and a provided lunch (food orders are taken the morning of the clinic).

What to bring

Alert the operator to any allergies or dietary restrictions when signing up so lunch can be arranged appropriately.

Included

Coaching, lunch, one alcoholic beverage and Thunder swag are included with the clinic fee.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages can attend the clinic?

The Jumps & Drops clinic is for participants ages 17 and up.

How long is the clinic?

This is a full‑day clinic that runs from 9:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

What is the cost?

The adult rate (ages 17+) for the clinic is $195.

What is included in the price?

The clinic fee includes coaching, lunch, one alcoholic beverage and Thunder swag.

How large are the groups and how are they organized?

Typical group sizes range from three to six participants and the clinic is split into intermediate and advanced groups based on ability and survey answers.

Where do we meet?

Meeting takes place at 66 Thunder Mountain Rd., Charlemont, MA 01339.

Are there any pre‑clinic recommendations or discounts?

Riders are strongly encouraged to take the Find Your Flow clinic beforehand; those who do are given a 20% offer for a Jump clinic to be used on the same weekend.