Our coaches are seasoned A grade racers, currently in competition with State and National Titles to their names and are selected on the basis of their communication skills, presentation and racing ability.

MACA will only provide coaches that are accredited by the Australian Institute of Sport.

Glenn Macdonald

Glenn learnt to ride a motorcycle by the age of 3 years and began Motocross racing at the age of 5 years. Glenn has been competitively racing motorcycles for over 30 years and has a wealth of experience unsurpassed. Glenn is accredited by both the Australian Institute of Sport and Australian Coaching Council as a Level 2 Master Coach – the highest accreditation available.

Glenn has competed at national level in Motocross, Supermotard, Supercross, dirt track, long track, speedway and sidecar racing and has stood on the podium on no less than 90 occasions at State and National level.

It is on this reputation that we have established the Motocross Advanced Coaching Academy.

“I am really passionate about coaching and mentoring riders and playing a part in their development. This sport has been a part of my life and given me so much and I enjoy giving back to this incredible sport.”

Glenn Macdonald - Coaching, mentoring & racing teams

In 2002 Glenn was one of the founding members of the Yamaha Junior Development Team in Victoria, a formula which was later replicated interstate. Glenn’s role was as team coach and later as team manager and coach.

In 2007 Glenn Macdonald made a change and started a dealership supported KTM team which achieved an Australian Junior Motocross Championship in the 15 year old 250F class, runner-up in both the 15 years 125cc and 12-13 years 85cc and a third in the 9-u12 years 85cc as well as other major State results.

Glenn Macdonald was then appointed the Team Manager of the Motorex KTM factory Junior and Senior Women's Racing Team - GMR Motorex KTM.

In 2009, GMR Motorex KTM cemented its presence not only nationally, but also on a World stage. Here is a sample of our success in 2009:

• 1st FIM World Junior Motocross Championships 85cc-150F (Jay Wilson)
• 3rd FIM World Junior Motocross Championships 85cc-150F (Dylan Long)
• 2nd Australian Women’s Motocross Championship (Kristy Gillespie)
• 2nd Australian Junior Motocross Championships 14-15 years 85cc (Jay Wilson)
• 3rd Australian Junior Motocross Championships 14-15 years 85cc (Dylan Long)
• 4th Australian Junior Motocross Championships 13-14 years 250F (Jay Wilson)
• 4th Australian Junior Motocross Championships 13-14 years 125-150cc (Dylan Long)
• 1st Victorian Junior Motocross Championships 13-u16 years 125-150cc (Dylan Long)
• 1st Victorian Junior Motocross Championships 12-u16 years 85cc-150F (Dylan Long)
• 1st QLD Junior Motocross Championships 14-15 years 85cc-150F (Jay Wilson)
• 2nd QLD Junior Motocross Championships 13-14 years 250F (Jay Wilson)
• 1st Victorian Women’s Motocross Championships (Kristy Gillespie)
• 2nd Super X Championship – Junior Lites (Dylan Long)
• 1st Super X Junior Lites Feature Race - Brisbane Finale (Dylan Long)

For further information about the team and our results visit the official GMR Motorex KTM Racing Team website where you can also sign up for the team’s e-Newsletter.

“Each and every rider that comes to my schools receive equal treatment whether they compete against my team riders or not. Every rider reacts and learns differently and I will commit to each rider’s desire to learn. My passion is to ensure that each rider leaves my schools happy and know that they can come and chat with me at the race track with any questions they have – I will put in as much effort to their learning as they ask and need.”

MACA - Building the knowledge

The Motocross Advanced Coaching Academy not only prides itself on developing riders, but also new coaches.

MACA supports the continued development of a select group of coaches so you reap the rewards of having a group of coaches who work together seamlessly. We are also supported on occasion by pro riders on the senior Motorex KTM Racing Team.

Our coaches have been carefully considered and selected on their communication and presentation skills, on bike performances and on the confidence that these individuals will assist in providing a professional service to you.

Jarrod Long

Jarrod Long is an accomplished A-Grade Pro racer with a highlight being his second place finish in the National Cup (now known as the u19 Championship).

Jarrod takes a lot of pride in his family business, is a mature and experienced coach and has a deep passion for coaching and racing.

You will see Jarrod out and about on his MACA Coaching supported KTM 450SX-F in selected events throughout the season.

Kristy Gillespie

Australia’s former and current number two in Australian Women’s Motocross and multiple State title holder is well renowned for her talents on a bike.

Kristy has also forged herself a presence off the bike and is building a reputation as a great coach. Kristy has an innate ability to translate on-bike skills to cater for all skill levels.

As a team member of GMR Motorex KTM factory racing team, you can check out Kristy’s results on the team’s website.

Justin Carafa

Justin Carafa is a seasoned A Grade Pro racer and is a multiple State and National title holder who also brings international experience to our schools.

Justin is experienced in Motocross and Supercross both here and in New Zealand, Germany and Switzerland and has a deep passion for the sport, health and fitness generally.

Justin is currently contesting the Australian Pro Open Motocross and Super X Championships.