FAQ
Questions, Answered Plainly
No clinical jargon, no fine print games. If you don't see your question here, ask us directly.
Is Throttle Relief therapy or medical treatment?
No. We're a peer support program, not a treatment program. Our team is made up of Certified Peer Support Specialists, not licensed clinicians — we don't diagnose, prescribe, or treat. We complement clinical care and encourage riders to stay connected to any therapist or provider they already work with.
Who is this program for? Do I need a specific diagnosis or background?
This program is open to everyone. We welcome returning riders, veterans, people in active recovery from addiction or mental health challenges, people simply seeking community, family members and supporters, and referral partners like therapists and case managers. There's no single qualifying diagnosis or background — if you're navigating something hard, you're welcome here.
Do I need riding experience to join?
No. Our beginner courses are built for someone who has never thrown a leg over a dirt bike. Day one starts with gear fit, bike fit, and flat-ground fundamentals — starting, stopping, and turning at walking speed — before anyone hits the track.
What does the program cost?
The 3-day course is $1,200 and the 5-day course is $2,000. Both include three meals a day, snacks, drinks, and a shared on-site room. Bike rental is available for riders who don't have their own, at $130/day. See our pricing & sign-up page for full details, or reach out through our contact form and our crew can walk you through availability and any scholarship or sponsor-supported spots.
Do you accept insurance?
No. Because we're a peer support program and not a licensed medical or mental-health treatment provider, we don't bill insurance. Some riders use this alongside insurance-covered therapy or treatment — the two work well together.
Is dirt bike riding safe for beginners?
We take safety seriously at every step. Every session includes a self-check, a two-person gear and bike check, a group track walk, and a structured ride block. Riders choose their own level under our “challenge by choice” rule — nobody is pushed past what they're ready for, and any head impact means an immediate stop for the day, no exceptions.
What is a Certified Peer Support Specialist?
A Certified Peer Support Specialist is someone trained to provide support based on their own lived experience — often with addiction, trauma, military service, or mental health challenges — rather than clinical credentials. They share what helped them, ask good questions, listen, and walk alongside riders as equals, not authority figures.
Can a therapist or family member refer someone to Throttle Relief?
Yes. Therapists, case managers, and family members refer riders regularly. Use our contact form and select the option that best describes you — we'll follow up directly and can loop in the rider when appropriate.
What happens if someone is in crisis during a session?
Peer support has limits, and we say that plainly. If a rider's safety is at risk, we don't hold that alone — we call 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911 depending on the level of danger, and we follow up with the rider afterward. If you're in crisis right now, please call or text 988 or call 911 before reaching out to us.
Where do events take place?
Our events run on real motocross facilities in Texas, anchored at Cycle Ranch MX (2066 County Road 405, Floresville, TX 78114). Exact venue and date are confirmed with every rider before each event.
What should I bring or wear?
We'll send a full gear list once you apply, but plan on closed-toe boots, long sleeves and pants, and a helmet if you have one — loaner gear is available for riders who need it. Every rider goes through a gear check with the crew before getting on a bike.
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