Interview with JED MILDON about the The Air & Stunt Academy

DD: What is Jed Mildon Trick School?

The Air & Stunt Academy is a safe program to give people the experience to jump a push bike. It caters for all skill levels with people been able to progress there air to the next step in doing tricks.

DD: What was the motivation behind opening the school?

Jed: With BMX now in the olympics it’s to to facilitate the next step in Olympic hopefuls. It’s also a way any one can have a go at over coming they’re fairs and getting some air.

DD: You held your first trick-school this year, in early 2021! What were some of the highlights?

Jed: All the kids jumped the jump they were aged 8-10 and even Ben’s dad at 40 did it and then Ben’s grandad at 74 did it. The highlights were everyone giving it a go and having an epic time.

DD: Age limit?

Jed: There are no limits!

DD: How long do they go for?

Jed: We can custom the experience. To start we offer 2-3 hours sessions.

DD: Whats the location?

Jed: It’s portable so we can literally go any where. At the moment we’re set up at home in Tauranga.

DD: Birthdays only? Or other events?

No that’s just one avenue. The ultimate is in safe trick progression in getting the next generation prepared for the olympics.

There’s also shows, motivational Speaking and soon to be a national big air champs. It’s freestyle so there are no limits!

Why does this mean so much to you?

I’ve been lucky enough to live my dreams and travel the world. This is a way of giving back and having people see that anything is possible. With the new technology of the airbags it’s all become possible. Company’s like DD have put kids in the rite direction to a safe healthy outdoor lifestyle.