Glistening rack of perfectly cooked ribs, sliced to reveal smoke ring

Rib Camp

A hands-on, intimate experience to master the art of BBQ ribs

Brian and Ann Neale of Smoke Freaks BBQ. Brian is smiling confidently, while Ann strikes a more serious pose.

Presented by Brian & Ann Neale, Smoke Freaks BBQ

Brian & Ann have been two of the Midwest's most successful competition rib cooks over the past decade, winning 15% and placing in 63% of their competition appearances.

Most recently, Brian was named world champion at the 2025 SCA World Finals in Ft. Worth, where Ann was also a finalist.

Since 2015, they have taught numerous live-fire cooking classes in the USA and Europe, covering everything from steak to whole hog.

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Why you should DEFINITELY sign up for Rib Camp

Small & Intimate

With only 6 students and 2 instructors, this experience is designed for and around you.

Hands-on & Immersive

You will trim, prep and cook your own winning rack of ribs, from start to finish.

It Will Be Delicious!

Compare your rib masterpiece with your fellow students' creations and Smoke Freaks competition recipes.

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The Rib Camp Experience:

1. Champion Breakfast

Come hungry & enjoy a Smoke Freaks competition-day breakfast.

4. Flavor Development

Develop and test your own signature flavor profile.

2. Rib Selection

Learn what to look for when choosing ribs at the store.

5. The Cook

Cook your ribs in just 2.5 hours on our Hunsaker Vortex Smokers.

3. Trimming

Sculpt your own perfect rack with a sharp knife and other tools.

6. You Be the Judge

Sample and judge every creation ... best rack wins trophy & prize!

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