About the Coach

I'm Blake Pigeon, founder of The Dirt Club. I started this program to share my love of mountain biking with the next generation of riders right here in Lafayette.

Blake Pigeon - Head Coach & Founder

Experience & Background

  • 7+ years of mountain biking experience
  • Local Lafayette rider with intimate trail knowledge
  • Got started at Springhill Elementary through the local bike club
  • Current student at Acalanes High School
  • Dedicated to sharing the sport with young riders

Certifications & Training

  • CPR Certified - American Red Cross
  • First Aid Trained - Wilderness first aid
  • EMR Certified

My Story

I'm sixteen years old, and I'm starting a mountain biking club called 'The Dirt Club' for kids in 5th through 8th grade. Growing up surrounded by the Briones hills, I spent countless hours in nature riding bikes with my friends. It all started during my fifth-grade year at Springhill Elementary, when I joined a local bike club much like this one. They took me from a complete beginner to someone deeply passionate about all things mountain biking. Now I want to give the next generation the same chance — to get off their devices and spend some time exploring the great outdoors on two wheels.