Coach Training Events
We have several opportunities for NICL Coaches to satisfy their training requirements! Check out all of the available training below! If you have questions, contact Ryan Moseley, Coach Development Coordinator, at ryan@nebraskamtb.org.
2024 Annual Coach Retreat
Our annual coach retreat is an event designed for our new and returning coaches to gather, connect, and learn how to be our best selves, both on and off the bike.
May 4, 2024—Platte River State Park
On the Bike Skills 101
OTB 101 consists of an in-person and online portion designed to teach coaches how to teach mountain biking skills at practices, provide appropriate feedback to student-athletes, and lead rides at practice.
- May 5 • Platte River State Park 1:30–4:30pm
Meet at the Mallet Lodge - July 27 • Chalco 8am–12pm
Meet at the Natural Resources Center - August 17 • Swanson 8am–12pm
Meet at the Picnic Shelter - September 21 • Black Elk 8am–12pm
Meet at the Picnic Shelter
Online Leader Summit
The NICA Leaders Summit is a set of four core workshops that build the foundation for coach leadership. For new coaches, this is a great way to get familiar with the NICA Philosophy. Finishing all four Leaders’ Summit workshops is a requirement for anyone seeking a Level 3 coach license.
Level 2 First Aid Courses
This course will help coaches be more prepared on the trail and will satisfy the first aid requirement for a Level 2 Coach License. These are offered in Omaha and Lincoln.
More info and dates are coming!
Level 3 First Aid Courses (MTB Medicine)
This course is designed to provide an individual with an introduction to wilderness medicine and the basic skills to treat the most common injuries encountered in the wilderness. This course will satisfy the first aid requirement for a Level 3 Coach License.
- April 21st 9:00 AM (Chalco Natural Resources Center)
- May 5th 9:00 AM (Platte River State Park)
- June 22nd 9:00 AM (Chalco Natural Resources Center)