DAS MX Performance Center
Formerly known as DAS MX Training
Developing Complete Athletes
Welcome to DAS MX Performance Center, where technical excellence, long-term athlete development and motocross performance come together.
Whether you're an ambitious national rider, an EMX athlete or an international rider preparing for WMX, MX2 or MXGP competition, our mission remains the same: helping committed riders maximise their potential and prepare for the demands of modern European motocross.
We believe lasting performance is built on far more than speed alone.
It starts with strong fundamentals, efficient technique and a professional mindset. From there, every aspect of athlete development contributes to becoming a more complete motocross athlete—both on and off the bike.
At DAS MX Performance Center, we don't simply coach riders.
We develop motocross athletes.
More Than Coaching
Technique has always been the foundation of our coaching philosophy.
Strong fundamentals build confidence.
Efficient technique creates consistency.
Consistency creates performance.
Our coaching focuses on the complete athlete through technical riding skills, riding efficiency, race intelligence, bike control, physical preparation, mental resilience and long-term athlete development.
Motocross performance is influenced by many different disciplines. While our expertise lies in motocross coaching and athlete development, we believe every ambitious rider benefits from the right expertise at the right moment.
That's why DAS MX Performance Center collaborates with a trusted network of carefully selected specialists in areas such as strength & conditioning, sports nutrition, physiotherapy and medical diagnostics whenever they contribute to an athlete's development.
Our role always remains the same:
To lead, coach and guide the development of every rider as a motocross athlete.
Discover Dutch Sandsurfing
The Netherlands is recognised worldwide for producing exceptional sand riders.
At DAS MX Performance Center, we teach far more than riding through deep sand.
We teach the principles of Dutch Sandsurfing.
Learn to master European sand technique through rhythm, momentum, line choice, riding efficiency and precise bike control.
Discover how efficient technique allows riders to conserve energy, maintain higher average speed and perform consistently throughout an entire moto.
Training takes place across carefully selected sand and hard-pack circuits throughout the Netherlands and Germany, exposing riders to the variety of conditions required for modern European motocross.
Our objective isn't simply to make riders faster.
Our objective is to help riders become more efficient, more adaptable and better prepared for international competition.
DAS MX Performance Camps
Throughout the year, DAS MX Performance Center organises several international Performance Camps, each designed with a specific purpose and training environment.
Our annual camps currently include:
🇪🇸 Spain – New Year's Camp
🇮🇹 Italy – Pre-Season Camp
🇩🇪 Germany – Summer Camp
More international Performance Camps are currently in development.
Every camp combines high-level coaching with carefully selected training environments that accelerate technical development, race preparation and athlete progression.
MX Performance Training
Alongside our Performance Camps, we offer several coaching formats for riders of different ages, ambitions and performance levels.
• MX Performance Training
• MX Performance Small-Group
• MX Performance 1-on-1 & Team Training
Every session is individually tailored to the rider's current level, goals and long-term development.
Because every athlete develops differently.
Committed Athlete Program
For riders who are prepared to commit to continuous development throughout the season, DAS MX Performance Center offers the exclusive Committed Athlete Program.
This personalised season-long development program is built around individual goals, race calendars and long-term progression.
Talent creates opportunities.
Commitment creates progress.
Success never happens by chance.
It is earned through discipline, consistency, professionalism and the willingness to keep learning.
We promise our knowledge, experience and complete commitment every single day.
In return, we ask our athletes for that same level of commitment.
Only when coach and athlete share the same ambition can potential become performance.
Our Philosophy
Build Strong Fundamentals.
Create Efficient Technique.
Develop Complete Athletes.
Every training session has a purpose.
Every decision contributes to long-term athlete development.
Every athlete deserves the opportunity to maximise their potential.
The riders who progress the furthest are those willing to commit, work hard and embrace the process.
MX Trainingdays
Several training days are organized throughout the year at home and abroad. These are accessible for all levels and ages, whereby we organize separate days for the smallest.
MX Trainingcamps
Training camps are organized during the various holiday periods, which also take place at home and abroad and are accessible for all levels and are often combined with holidays, resulting in an outing for the whole family ;-)
Physical training
Given the intensity of our sport, physical fitness is an important issue. That is why we provide weekly physical training sessions throughout the year, excluding the dates that coincide with the MX training days and camps.
Private training
Would you like to train 1 on 1, to take the first steps or willing to make the next extra step?
Contact us for training inquiries!
Small-Group training
Do you want to brush up on your skills as a team or group of friends in a smaller setting?
Contact us for training inquiries!!
Michael Das
Former Professional Motocross Rider • High Performance Coach • Rider Development Specialist
A long life passion for motocross
About Michael Das
Motocross is more than riding a motorcycle.
It is about understanding and developing technique, performance, consistency, physical preparation, race strategy and rider development.
For more than 35 years, Michael Das has dedicated his life to motocross. First as a professional rider and today as one of Europe's most experienced High Performance Motocross Coaches.
As a former 6-Time Dutch National Champion, EMX Winner and German Supercross Winner, Michael combines extensive racing experience with modern coaching methods to help riders maximise their potential.
Michael works with youth riders, national and international competitors, EMX, WMX and MXGP riders, as well as teams, federations and international training programmes.
Through coaching in Dutch, German and English, Michael works effectively with riders and teams from different countries and cultures. In addition, he speaks conversational Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively in international training and racing environments.
Coaching Philosophy
Build strong fundamentals. Develop efficient technique. Create complete athletes.
The fastest rider is not always the one who takes the biggest risks.
The highest level of performance comes from combining technical control, physical preparation, smart race strategy and the ability to perform consistently under pressure.
Therefore, Michael does not only focus on faster lap times, but on developing complete riders who can perform efficiently, sustainably and successfully throughout an entire racing season.
Areas of Expertise
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Rider Development
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Technical Riding Analysis
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Corner Speed
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Jump Technique
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Sand Riding
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Hard Pack Riding
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Race Preparation
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Physical Conditioning
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Performance Coaching
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Talent Identification (KNMV)
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High Performance Training
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International Training Camps
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Team Support
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Coach Education
Professional Background
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Former Professional Motocross Rider
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6-Time Dutch National Champion
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EMX Winner
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German Supercross Winner
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MXGP Academy Trainer Certificate A, B, C & D
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Certified KNMV MT-3 Coach
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RTC East Netherlands Coach
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Talent Identification for KNMV National Federation
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Founder of DAS MX Training
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Over 35 years of international motocross experience
International Experience
Michael has coached riders from more than 20 countries and organises training sessions and International Training Camps throughout Europe.
For a complete rider development approach, DAS MX Training works with a trusted network of specialists in the following areas:
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Strength & Conditioning
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Sports Nutrition
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Osteopathy
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Physiotherapy
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Physical Performance Testing
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Recovery & Injury Prevention
This multidisciplinary approach ensures riders receive professional support to develop technically, physically and professionally while working towards their individual goals.