INTO THE GNAR TEAM
Who do we serve and how ?
We work with individual mountain bikers, teams, and organizations to elevate your riding skills, enhance team dynamics, and boost overall performance. Whether you're looking to refine your technique or take your riding to the next level, our camps and custom programs are designed to help you excel on and off the bike.
We understand that every rider’s journey is unique. We specialize in enhancing your control and confidence with a Fun, Simple and Effective approach, helping you become the rider you’re truly meant to be.
We will work on your body and speed dynamics, break down every trail into manageable segments, offering strategies that sharpen your ability to read the terrain and elevate your confidence
Our techniques are trusted by professional mountain bikers and will also help you manage stress, fear, and commitment.
By assessing your specific needs, we provide instant feedback and give you guidance for progression. Our camps and custom private coaching offers the most direct path to maximizing your potential, giving you fun and focused training that will take your riding to new heights.
At INTO THE GNAR, it's about more than just riding faster and gnarlier - it's about riding smarter, with more control and confidence.
Join us to sharpen your skills, push through mental barriers, and master every trail with greater precision and flow.
Our methods are Gentle, Fun and aren’t just for the pros - they’re accessible to every rider looking to grow.
Start Your Transformation Today.
Yoann BARELLI
Yoann Barelli is more than just a world-class mountain biker—he’s an innovator, a mentor, and a force of nature in the MTB world. Born and raised in France, Yoann made his mark in downhill and enduro racing, competing at the highest levels of the sport, from the UCI Downhill World Cup to the Enduro World Series. But his journey has never been just about racing—it’s about breaking boundaries, challenging expectations, and inspiring others to push past their limits.
After years of competing against the best, Yoann shifted his focus toward something even more powerful—sharing his passion and knowledge with others. He founded Into The Gnar with a vision: to help riders of all levels unlock their full potential, not just as athletes but as individuals. His coaching philosophy blends technical mastery with mindset development, because to truly excel on the bike, you need to master both the physical and mental game.
Known for his infectious energy, smooth riding style, and relentless curiosity, Yoann doesn’t just teach skills—he redefines what’s possible. Whether coaching elite racers, guiding passionate weekend warriors, or inspiring the next generation of riders, his mission is simple: ride fast, ride free, and embrace the gnar in every aspect of life.
Welcome to Into The Gnar, where Yoann Barelli will help you ride not just better, but bolder.
Yoann is booked for the full season.
Nate SPITZ
Nate Spitz isn’t defined just by his riding - he’s a rider of course, but also a coach, and mentor dedicated to pushing limits and having a damn good time while doing it. Originally from New Hampshire, he grew up riding whenever he wasn’t skiing, building jumps and trails around his hometown. Since moving to Squamish in 2015, he’s fully immersed himself in the sport, developing a riding style that blends technical mastery with creativity.
With a PMBI certification and five years of coaching experience, Nate has worked with a wide range of riders, from beginners to elite athletes, helping them refine their skills and build confidence on the bike. He specializes in steep, technical terrain, where control and commitment are key, but no matter the trail, his focus is always on progression, precision, and having fun.
As a lead coach at Into The Gnar, Nate’s approach is more than just about technique—it’s about mindset. He knows that true growth happens when riders step outside their comfort zones, embrace challenges, and trust in their abilities. Whether he’s hucking big stunts, cruising flow trails, or helping others break through mental barriers, Nate brings energy, passion, and a deep understanding of the sport to every session.
If you’ve ridden in Squamish, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Nate. Riding with Nate is always fun, encouraging, engaging, challenging, and guaranteed to push your riding to the next level.