Challenge Camp Virginia

Greenville, VA, USA

BT
Bret Tkacs, LLC
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67 reviews
Apr 11 - 13, 2024
Group size: 6 - 12
Challenge Camp Virginia
Greenville, VA, USA

Bret Tkacs, LLC
  • Email address verified
67 reviews

Apr 11 - 13, 2024
Group size: 6 - 12

About this trip

Looking to learn in a more challenging environment?  This is your event! Designed for returning students and riders looking for a more challenging learning environment. The same low energy, technique-over-brawn concepts that are taught in the ADV Camp are taught during the Challenge Camp, however they are all learned in more challenging environments.


Due to the nature of this training camp unexpected learning opportunities will occur, ensuring the lesson plan will be fluid, creating a unique class you will never forget!

Make sure you watch this video before signing up.

Riding Conditions

This training primarily takes place on Class 3 and Class 4 or unintentionally Class 5 terrain at Penmerryl Farm. You are not expected to be able to ride your adventure bike through this type of terrain when you arrive, but you are expected to have the physical conditioning and mental drive needed to methodically work through challenging terrain.


This is not a class to show how much you already know or to pound your chest and “just send it”. This is a place to learn strategy and skills for overcoming difficult terrain on big bikes in a controlled manner. 

Additional Requirements

1.  Boots. Due to the high risk locations in this training environment, you will not be allowed to participate wearing "Adventure" boots, work, street, or hiking boots.

2.  Tires. It is highly recommended you show up with 50/50 tires or better. Each lesson is taught in a different area and your bike needs to be able to make it to the next location.

3.  Mental Stamina. You need to show up with the mental ability to override your fears.

4.  Physical Condition. Due to the mobility of this course, if you become physically exhausted, you may not be able to attend all lessons.

Tuition / Trip Insurance

Cancellations typically occur when a rider because of an injury or a damaged motorcycle. In these situations, we seldom have enough time to sell your spot and are unable to issue a credit or refund. This is due to the considerable amount of time and money invested into preparing your event - transporting equipment cross-country, flights, lodging, food, and transport for instructors & staff, renting property, ordering food, etc. as well as a limited number of training spots, a short training season, and our goal to keep tuition low by minimizing profit margins.


Please consider purchasing tuition insurance (through us upon registration) or trip insurance (Travelex, Allianz, or any other) if you cannot afford the loss of your tuition in the rare case you are not able to attend.

What’s included

  • Welcome dinner
  • Graduation dinner
  • Daily breakfasts
  • Snacks and beverages
  • Camp / hammock spots
  • Dry RV camping

What’s not included

  • Lunches & Friday dinner
  • RV spots with hookups
    Available on-site for purchase
  • Cabins
    Available on-site for purchase
  • Gasoline
  • Medical/Travel insurance
  • Motorcycle rental

Available Packages

Adventure Training
$1,500
Adventure Training PLUS Sunday School

Sunday school is all about mastering trail strategies while putting your newly polished riding skills to use during a  4-5  hour ride on Sunday. This optional add-on is not just going for a ride, but is an intense full day of learning critical ADV riding strategies, developing road reading skills, and polishing your skills from the previous days in a real life environment. 

$1,950

Available Add-Ons

Guest Welcome & Graduation Dinners
$20

If your guest (anyone not signed up for class) is planning on eating with you during the two dinners, please click this option.

Guest Breakfasts
$20

If your guest is NOT staying in a room at Penmerryl and would like to join you for incredible breakfasts, please add this option. 

Tuition Protection Insurance
$110

Protect your tuition from unexpected cancellation due to personal injury, illness or accident that prevents you from attending. More info.



Itinerary

Thursday
Meet & Greet

Check-in begins at 3:00pm on Thursday afternoon.  You will have time to check into your room/cabin or set up your tent (if camping), and get acquainted with your fellow participants.


Around 6:00pm, join your instructors and fellow riding partners at the BYOB Tavern for a catered dinner and discuss what specific skills you will be learning. 


Penmerryl Farm is only 170 miles from Washington DC. At this location, you have the option of staying at this incredible privately-owned farm in a cabin, tent camping (no cost) or your RV.

Your Organizer


BT
Bret Tkacs, LLC
67 reviews
Bret is a master of ADV riding and an exceptional instructor who started teaching adventure bike specific classes in 2006. Bret is now recognized as one of the most accomplished ADV instructors in the nation.

Reviews

BS
I had an awesome time! You really delivered an excellent training package Brett. Thank you!!
By Bruce S for Washington Adventure Camp on Jul 29, 2025
I began following Bret's YouTube channel quite a while ago, and I can confidently say it's one of the best educational resources out there for ADV riding. I’m thrilled I had the opportunity to attend his camp in person. I can't recommend it highly enough: exceptional instructors (Bret and Paul!), a supportive group of peers (no need to stress about dropping your bike a few times each hour), and, of course, cold beers after class (not included in the course) made the experience truly unforgettable!
By Rocky L for Washington Adventure Camp on Jul 28, 2025
Fantastic class. Instructors are very skilled and teach those skills well. The location was perfect. I would take the class again
By Robert W for Washington Adventure Camp on Jul 22, 2025
GK
I recently attended my annual (🤣) Bret Tkacs’ ADV Training Camp, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Bret’s knowledge of adventure riding is unmatched, and his teaching style is both encouraging and no-nonsense. The drills were practical, challenging, and designed to build real-world confidence on and off pavement. The camp atmosphere was welcoming and fun, with a great mix of camaraderie and serious skill-building. Combining it with the local BMW Rally was GREAT! Whether you’re a new ADV rider or looking to sharpen your technique like I do every year, this training is worth every mile and every dollar. Highly recommended!
By George K for Washington Adventure Camp on Jul 21, 2025
Great information, coaching, programming, and personality. Wish I could have been able to attend the optional Sunday ride as I heard that it was a great time.
By Benjamin W for Washington Adventure Camp on Jul 21, 2025
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YL
I searched a long time to find the right course for me. I was following Brett on YouTube but didn’t know he was doing Adventure training so close to my location. What a wonderful experience! Of course the training was of a great quality but I didn’t expect less, it is everything around it which made this experience so enjoyable and profitable. As we all already know, Brett is really knowledgeable but he is also easy to follow in his training and really relation oriented. He makes you feel confident, provide the right advises and he is funny. Like he says “Attitude Matters” and he always has the right one. The second instructor was Paul. What to say about him…. He is as knowledgeable as Brett, always here to help you in any ways and this Paratrooper veteran probably landed once or twice on his head to be that funny. Great Team, Great Training and a wonderful group of student (We may do some ride together in the future). ….. I’ll be back.
By Yves L on 08 May, 2024

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