Mel Aquino (lady rider)

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Mastering the Mud: Inside Mel Aquino’s Yamaha Off-Road Training Camp

If you think you know how to ride because you can navigate city traffic, Coach Mel Aquino might have a muddy surprise for you. As the founder of the Motorcycle Riding School Philippines, Mel Aquino—a legendary national motocross and road racing champion—has turned his decades of competitive experience into the country’s premier destination for off-road mastery.

Why Go Off-Road?

It’s not just about the adrenaline. Coach Mel’s philosophy is built on safety riding standards. Learning to handle a bike on unpredictable terrain like mud, gravel, and ruts actually makes you a safer rider on the road. If you can control a sliding rear tire in the dirt, you’re far better equipped to handle an emergency on wet asphalt.

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