Coaching in Context – MTB XC supports the techniques and skills for MTB XC.
What can I do with the qualification?
On completion of Coaching in Context - MTB XC you will have developed your coaching practice, applying new approaches to coaching riders in more advanced techniques for MTB XC riding and racing.
Techniques progress from the foundations in off-road to include pumping, bunny hop, drop offs, jumping, XC starts, riding berms, trail flow and carrying speed.
This is ideal for coaches who will be coaching XC riders who are riding and racing at a local, regional or national level.
Where?
Off-road trails.
Who?
1 to 6 riders is recommended for specific technique coaching, with a maximum of 8 riders per session.
Access the Coaching in Context - MTB XC remit here
Requirements
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Qualifications | Introduction to Coaching (Activity Coach) – Off-Road This qualification provides coaches with a remit to coach foundation techniques for off-road riding, enabling coaches to prepare for this next course. RPEL (Recognition of Prior Experience or Learning) - Introduction to Coaching Level 1 coaches who have completed this course will be able to apply directly if they meet the other requirements. Level 2 Coach/Club Coach We recommend all coaches have completed Introduction to Coaching – Off-Road ,but acknowledge that some Level 2 coaches with experience of the discipline can apply directly. |
| Coaching experience | Coaches should have a minimum of 100 hours of independent coaching ideally in off-road cycling. This supports coaches in the development of their practice and understanding MTB XC riding and racing. Level 2 coaches without a discipline specific coaching qualification, should have extensive experience of MTB XC as a discipline. |
| Riding experience | Experience of riding a ‘blue’ level trail at a trail centre. This will enable coaches to ride to specific coaching areas. |
| Equipment | A MTB in good working order, with two brakes and appropriate to the terrain used in the activity. You will also need a helmet. |
| First Aid | Coaches undertaking this module in MTB XC should hold a 2 Day Outdoor First Aid qualification. It is good practice to hold a First Aid certificate, if you are coaching independently. If you wish to be covered by British Cycling Coaches insurance, you will need an Emergency First Aid qualification as a minimum. |
This course is the second module in the pathway, and you will be given a time limited remit to complete the full Coach Award with 18 months.
Level 1 and Level 2 Coaches accessing this module will have an additional remit and the ‘Coaching in Context – MTB XC' remit added to their records.
How to book?
The full course cost is £305 for Coaching in Context - MTB XC.
Please note the course price will be increasing to £385 from January 2025.
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