Become a coach

Being a NICA coach is about so much more than your personal mountain biking skills. NICA is a youth development organization dedicated to developing its core values of strong body, mind and character in an inclusive and equitable environment. Youth development is our goal and mountain biking is the tool.

A great NICA coach is more than just a mountain biker - great coaches are people who…

• Prioritize the safety and well-being of student-athletes
• Pursue their best selves and are great role models
• Have a passion for riding and passing it on to kids
• Enjoy working with student-athletes in positive, motivational ways
• Communicate and collaborate positively and productively
• Live out the NICA values of fun, inclusivity, equity, respect, and community

NICA’s comprehensive coach education program provides new and existing coaches with the high-quality training and resources they need to be confident, competent, and empowered leaders on their youth mountain bike teams. NICA coaches not only create amazing experiences for student-athletes, they create a foundation for building healthy mountain bike communities. NICA coaches change lives!