Resource Round-up: Fall 2023
As we welcome our spring leagues back to their preseason, we wanted to do a little resource round-up to highlight our newest templates, tricks, tips,… Read More »Resource Round-up: Fall 2023
Em Meier
Race & Event Weekends: Bringing the Fun
Get ready for the races! This month we’re covering everything you need to know to create a great event experience for your NICA team.
As… Read More »Race & Event Weekends: Bringing the Fun
Creating a Fun & Inclusive Event Weekend for your entire team
We all have that one thoughtful, crafty, or creative friend who knows how to level-up any occasion. Maybe that person is YOU! We want to… Read More »Creating a Fun & Inclusive Event Weekend for your entire team
Intentional invitations: Bring someone new to your next race!
We all know that NICA events are exciting, full of energy, and just plain fun. But how do we share this stoke with people we… Read More »Intentional invitations: Bring someone new to your next race!
Introducing: NICA’s Guide to GRiT – a new CEU course
Coaches, we are excited to announce the launch of our newest NICA course: the GRiT CEU!
Tips for coaching fundamentals for ALL of your athletes
As coaches, it’s our responsibility to know and understand our athlete’s skill levels before bringing them to singletrack trails each season. We all know how… Read More »Tips for coaching fundamentals for ALL of your athletes
Ask your riders: Are you practice-ready?
Share this template letter with your teams to ensure riders know what is expected before their first practice.
LOVE YOUR BIKE: ABCDE Bike Check Basics
PLUS: A printable ABCDE handout for your student-athletes! Check out NICA’s best practices for creating an enjoyable ride by starting with a functional and safe… Read More »LOVE YOUR BIKE: ABCDE Bike Check Basics
How e-bikes are changing the coaching landscape
“Without my e-bike, there is no way I could coach at every practice. Having an e-bike allows me to lead rides when other coaches aren’t… Read More »How e-bikes are changing the coaching landscape
Josh Foster on making heroes, and listening to the wisdom of your peers
“I became a NICA coach because I was asked to help out with a team who just needed more volunteers…I stayed because helping kids build… Read More »Josh Foster on making heroes, and listening to the wisdom of your peers