THE FUTURE OF OFF-ROAD CYCLING
The Dirt Camp Racing Mission
Dirt Camp Racing’s mission is to inspire, encourage, and empower competitive off-road cyclists to reach their potential. DCR maintains a focus on fun, a strong sense of community, and personal character development. Our programs are based on athlete-driven goals so that each athlete works to achieve excellence in their life and sport.
DIRT CAMP RACING:
PRO + ELITE ATHLETES
DCR has created a pathway to train and race at the highest level while contributing to the year-round development of junior off-road cyclists. Our Pro and Elite athletes are financially supported by a strong donor and sponsor group. This financial support combined with the support of our staff and board members allows our Pro and Elite athletes to race at the highest level. From World Cup races to Life Time Grand Prix events to UCI national races to a variety of stage races and other exciting events, you are sure to see our Pro and Elite athletes representing DCR at the front of the pack.
DCR Pro and Elite athletes are driven, passionate people who want to be a proponent of change in the standard development and sponsorship models for off-road cycling. With a strong, full-spectrum program, DCR has a pathway for athletes to grow from juniors to U23 to Elite to Pro athletes if that is the route they choose. DCR is unique in our approach to athletic and personal development and our Pro and Elite athletes are a solid foundation others can rely on as they build their cycling careers.
DIRT CAMP RACING:
U23, NATIONAL, + DEVO ATHLETES
DCR athletes train and compete in off-road cycling disciplines including XC, Enduro, marathon, STXC, gravel, cyclocross, and downhill. The developmental programs support athletes as they develop and grow.
DCR Devo program athletes are paired with a DCR coach. Coaching is included in our team fees for all programs. We create custom training plans for each athlete and support that focuses on an understanding of training, guidance for racing, and an emphasis on fun.
In our National program, we continue to work on a deeper understanding of racing and training goals, increase a strong base of fitness and skills, and build a pathway to higher-level racing. At this stage of athletic and personal development we begin to focus on increased communication and engagement with those supporting their goals. We increase expectations for feedback, social posting, and post-race PR skills. This group largely maintains our team culture of serving others and upholding our R.A.P.I.D. Core Values. (Respect - Accountability - Perseverance - Integrity - Discipline.)
As athletes enter U23, they have a strong foundation of skills, fitness, and know how to communicate well with their coach, DCR Staff, team sponsors, event directors, race officials, educators, employers and more. With the addition of a collegiate class load and/or a job, most of our U23 athletes are learning the true meaning of “work life balance.” With the support of DCR most athletes in this program are able to create that balance and thrive. Team fees drop significantly for this group, but even with the decrease in cost, DCR still includes coaching. We know that this age group may find themselves paying for their own athletics at this point and we strive to make it as affordable as possible while maintaining the same level of support the athletes expect from DCR.
The DCR Age Group program is a landing spot for those athletes ages 19 - 70+. Athletes find this program as a place for them to continue to develop their skills, receive coaching, attend camps and clinics, and benefit from the DCR race support. This is probably our most diverse program as far as age, race participation, training time constraints, etc. From age group National Champions to athletes in maintenance mode, DCR offers a place to be a part of a team that believes in you and supports you.
DCR is a team focused on supporting athletes and developing them to be the best all-around person they can be. We put a strong emphasis on character growth and progressing together as a team. We help each other improve and show respect to teammates, other teams, and our communities. DCR is proud of the team culture we are developing.
Dirt Camp Racing: Inspire and Develop.
– RAPID Core Values –
Respect * Accountability * Perseverance * Integrity * Discipline