Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of this opportunity to train with one of the best.
Tommy’s not just another trainer… he’s a true pro who’s lived every high and low this sport throws at you. From lining up for his first AMA Pro Motocross in 2004 to earning 450-class wins and podiums, Tommy’s career has been built on tenacity, precision, and relentless drive.
Now, he’s bringing that same energy and elite-level experience straight to Underground Compound — helping riders develop the mindset, technique, and work ethic it takes to perform at the top.
If you’re serious about leveling up, this is your chance to learn from one of the best to ever do it. 🏁
Established in 1997, Shannon Niday has become one of the most respected trainers in motocross, developing riders from amateur to professional level. His students have gone on to successful pro careers, and he has worked with elite athletes including Ryan Dungey, Trey Canard, Jason Anderson, Blake Wharton, Dean Wilson, and Jessy Nelson.
Joining him is Jake Baumert, a former professional racer and AMA Amateur National Motocross ChampionshipChampion at Loretta Lynn’s. With multiple national amateur titles and years of experience competing at the highest levels, Jake brings elite racing knowledge, technical precision, and a modern approach to rider development.
Together, Shannon and Jake provide hands-on, fundamentals-driven training focused on technique, race craft, and mindset - building complete athletes and creating a clear path to professional success.
Taylor Painter brings over two decades of elite motocross experience as both a professional racer and world-renowned coach. A lifelong rider who began racing at just four years old, Taylor earned his professional motocross and supercross license from 2007–2014 and built an impressive competitive résumé that includes:
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8 National Championships, including multiple titles at Loretta Lynn’s
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1 Vet World Championship
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Numerous Top 10 finishes at AMA Amateur Nationals
As the founder and owner of the globally recognized TAPT House motocross training facility, Taylor has coached thousands of riders worldwide. He has worked with every age group and skill level, helping athletes elevate their performance both on and off the track.
Known for his ability to inspire, communicate, and lead, Taylor is a highly sought-after mentor in the motocross community. The TAPT program consistently produces top-tier athletes and results at every major event across the country.
His technique-based, hands-on coaching philosophy focuses on long-term progression, consistency, and safety. Taylor believes true speed is built, not forced:
“We find speed through a foundation built on technique.”
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Technique builds control
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Control builds confidence
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Confidence builds speed
Taylor’s proven system is designed to accelerate athlete progression while building the confidence and control required to compete at the highest levels.
Leslie is the heart behind so much of what keeps our facility running smoothly. As our manager, she wears many hats - from greeting families at the front gate to overseeing race operations from the tower. If you’ve checked in, signed up, or raced with us, chances are you’ve worked with Leslie.
Behind the scenes, she keeps the details organized, the schedules moving, and the day-to-day operations flowing. In front of the scenes, she represents our facility with professionalism, fairness, and a commitment to maintaining the standards we expect here.
Leslie is an incredible asset to our team, both on race days and during regular training weeks. We truly appreciate the dedication, consistency, and hard work she brings to Underground Compound every single day.
Jeremy is the backbone of our tracks. From full builds to daily prep, he’s the one shaping, grooming, and dialing in what many know as the best dirt in Texas - building national-caliber tracks that get our riders ready to race at the highest level.
He’s up at the crack of dawn getting the track ready before the first gate drops, and often still out there in the evenings long after most have called it a day. Working with the best dirt in Texas takes experience, timing, and attention to detail - and Jeremy brings all three every single day.
The quality of our tracks doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of early mornings, late nights, and a commitment to providing safe, consistent, race-ready conditions.
We’re incredibly grateful for everything he pours into this place, day in and day out.
Calvin takes great pride in keeping Underground Compound in top shape. From grounds upkeep to general maintenance, he makes sure the facility is always looking its best and running smoothly. You’ll often see him around the park, making improvements, or out on the track serving as the finish line flagger for races here at Underground and several other races. We greatly appreciate his passion for the sport and dedication to our facility - his hard work helps create a safe, organized, and race-ready environment for every rider who comes through.