Jared Graves Performance Coaching

11/05/2026

Whether you’re racing or just riding for fun…
That full trail you’ve been eyeing, or the scary feature that’s had you stuck for months — breaking it down and finally conquering it could be just one session away.

For the racers: local race season is kicking off. Now’s the perfect time to sharpen your skills and roll up with fresh confidence from expert tips and guidance

For the everyday riding enthusiasts: the best months of the year are coming. Let’s make sure you get the most out of every ride.
No matter your level or goal — there’s something for everyone.
It’s easy to book online at JaredGraves.com.au today.
Can’t find a time that works? Shoot me an email or DM here and we’ll sort out a session that fits your schedule.
Let’s unlock your next level. See you on the trails 🔥
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19/04/2026

Just enjoyed a week off to recharge, and now it’s back to business as usual.
The best time of the year to ride is finally here — trails are in great shape, the weather is perfect, and your goals are waiting.

Whether you want to improve your technical skills, build confidence on descents, or smash that big line you’ve been dreaming about… now’s the time to make it happen.

Book a session and let’s conquer your personal goals together
DM me or email, [email protected]

Bookings are all open on the booking page, or if a specific time/ day is needed then let me know and we can work it out!

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21/03/2026

Long post alert: one for the racers.

Watching DH national Champs this afternoon highlighted a few things for me. From under 17 through to elite, the level is higher than it’s ever been. But when you pay close attention to the details, there’s so many small things lacking. In a sport decided by tenths, if not hundreds of a second, every movement, every split second decision counts, and while there are many impressive performances there was so many things left on the table. And all this from what I saw just watching the live stream. Missing a pump here, a pedal stroke there, not opening a turn on entry as much as possible, all time left behind. The bigger picture shows the gains and the improvement comes from the day in and day out preparation, the diet, the warmup, the mental side, getting the details dialled.

It’s still the small details of preparation and optimising them that keeps me up at night wondering with my racers.

While I had my years and I wouldn’t change anything I’ve done, I can’t help I think how things would’ve been if I would have known what I know now, and being able to apply that to my training and preparation, right from my junior years, so many years trying to figure it out.

What bridges that gap isn’t more talent or harder training in isolation, its the small things built through years of deliberate practice, dialled in daily preparation, nutrition, warm-up routines, mental awareness , recovery, and process optimization. It takes dedication and commitment, but when it all comes together, things don’t get much more satisfying.

20/03/2026

Dial in body position, feel the bike flow under you, and start each ride on the front foot.

I make almost every coaching session start this way, no distractions, pure focus. Getting the core basics dialled before moving to the dirt

Bonus: Experiment with positions to get a feel for how it can affect your cornering without added trail obstacles.

Want to learn new skills and take your riding to new highs? Book in a session today at Jaredgraves.com.au or contact directly via email at [email protected] to discuss a session and time that works for you! Toowoomba Mountain Bike Club Toowoomba Mountain Biking

10/03/2026

🚀 Tired of the same old singletrack sessions?
Most riders grind tech trails to ‘level up’, but here’s a secret weapon that few touch: high-speed rough fire road blasts!

Hammer wide-open, choppy ruts and rocks at full gas. Master confident braking at warp speed, nail controlled drifts through loose corners, and lock in that aggressive, centered body position that makes everything else feel easy.

This isn’t just super fun, it’s plateau crushing skill work disguised as pure adrenaline. Riders who skip this may stay stuck; those who embrace it unlock next-level speed and control on ANY terrain.

Want to learn new skills and take your riding to new highs? Book in a session today at Jaredgraves.com.au or contact directly via email at [email protected] to discuss a session and time that works for you!
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21/02/2026

Looking to book in a session with me to level up your riding? I’ve had a lot of enquirers from people who aren’t able to book in a session on the coaching session times listed on the website booking page. So a slightly new plan will be to contact me directly at [email protected] and we can work out a session time that works for you ( and your mates)

Looks like a lot of good weather coming, so it’s time to make the most of it!

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06/02/2026

Want just a touch more confidence to step up your jumping game and progress to that bigger set?

4 easy steps

1- start small and build up steadily, don’t rush things until you’re ready
2- correct body positioning and timing is huge. It’s like a dance move. A series of body movements done in the right order with the right timing. Relaxed and calm, shifting your weight down low with elbows wide, ready to spring upwards for that pop at the top of the lip
3. Let the bike do it’s thing in the air, stay relaxed, and slowly shift your weight forwards again to allow the nose to drop to hit that perfect backside
4. If unsure of the speed you need , ask someone who can get through them if you can follow them to make sure your speed is right. Limiting the unknown factors can be a big help.

Something that takes a lot of time and repetition to get fully comfortable and confident with, but also one of the funnest things to do on 2 wheels.
So get out there this weekend and build towards that set you want to hit!

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03/02/2026

Corners aren’t one-size-fits-all — the “perfect” line depends on your speed, the terrain, your bike setup, and how confident you’re feeling that day.
Today we’re breaking down 3 ways to approach and ride a corner — all effective, just for different riders and situations:

1. Full Inside�Dive straight to the apex early. Shortest path, tight radius perfect for slow-speed control. Great for beginners building confidence or loamy/steep turns where grip is key.�But watch out, too much speed and it can wash out, especially on the exit

2. Wide Setup and Cut Low�Enter wide to set up momentum, drop in low to the inside mid corner, then power out with drive. Takes extra thought and skills to pick the point of the corner to cut down, which makes things tricky, but can allow an early exit to get back on the pedals earlier.

3. Full Outside�Stay high the whole way — hug the outer edge throughout. Lessens the overall Radius for maxiumum speed. Often the best option if you fully commit!

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30/01/2026

New to mountain biking? Build killer fundamentals fast, boost confidence, maximize fun, stay safer, and progress quicker on the trails.

Our Beginner/Intermediate group session next Saturday, Feb 7th at 7am is filling up quick!

Get expert coaching, meet fellow riders, and leave stoked to ride better every time.
Grab your spot solo or bring a mate, limited spots left!
Secure it now at jaredgraves.com.au and level up!

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29/01/2026

When flow and precision meets aggression, this old local classic is like threading a needle top to bottom. Linking lefts and rights and never in a straight line Toowoomba Mountain Bike Club

27/01/2026