Coaches

Coaches and Volunteers

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As a new team, we are at a very important and EXCITING part of the team formation… getting coaches and student athletes! The Spartanburg County Composite MTB NICA programming is provided entirely by volunteers, parents, and guardians. NICA has a strict ratio of coaches to students for safety. This can sound intimidating and seem like a huge commitment, but becoming a coach/volunteer is nothing like a full time job! You do not need an extensive riding background to be a coach. There will be roles that you don’t even need to know how to ride! Everybody has different talents and abilities that can be used in all aspects of the team. Completing NICA coach training allows parents and volunteers to ride with the team at practice or pre-ride race courses with their athlete!

We want you to be secure in knowing that the purpose of NICA Coach License Program is to provide comprehensive training to NICA coaches so that they are equipped to provide quality programming to NICA student-athletes that meet national standards and best practices and develops strong mind, body and character. NICA license certification also aids in protecting volunteers and riders with insurance, as well as protect our youth with background checks. Obtaining a NICA license includes benefits beyond the knowledge that comes with the training and the insurance program. Obviously, the biggest perk is to be able to participate in the same sport as your child, but thanks to our very generous NICA sponsors, registered coaches enjoy several discounts and other benefits. It is common that adults, not just kids, begin to ride mountain bikes for the first time because of NICA. The bottom line is that NICA prepares their coaches well, everyone benefits, and it’s incredibly personally rewarding!

If you, or anybody you know might be interested and/or have any questions, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to discuss.

Stacy Keipper
Head Coach
NICA Level 3