coach

license requirements

LEVEL 1

ANNUAL

Concussion Training

Background Check

EVERY TWO YEARS

Protecting Students from Abuse

Bullying, Hazing & Inappropriate Behaviors

Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

Positive Youth Development

LEVEL 2

ONE-TIME REQUIREMENT

Mountain Bike Coaching (MBC) – Basic Skills

3 Professional Development Units (PDUs)

20 Field Hours

EVERY TWO YEARS

CPR*

Wilderness First Aid 16-Hours*

LEVEL 3

ONE-TIME REQUIREMENT

6 Professional Development Units (PDUs)

40 Field Hours

EVERY FOUR YEARS

Level 3 Exam

LICENSE LEVEL

MAINTENANCE

ANNUAL

Background Check

Concussion Training

Complete Expired

Requirements

EVERY TWO YEARS

Level 2 – 2 Continuing Ed. Units (CEUs)

Level 3 – 4 Continuing Ed. Units (CEUs)

*IMPORTANT NOTE: CPR and WFA must include an in-person practicum. Hybrid courses are accepted.

License Level Roles
Age Minimum
Ride Leader
Lead + plan rides
Teach mountain bike skills
Ride with a team in supporting role
Serve as team administrator/communicator
Help team with fundraiser activities, social events, etc.
LEVEL 1
18
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
LEVEL 2
18
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
LEVEL 3
18
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES

Coach Resources

team management

Fees

Rider Member

  • High School = $160
  • Middle School = $80, racing not available
  • Additional team fees may be assessed
  • NON-REFUNDABLE, required even if you do not choose to race

Race Entry

  • Race Series Pass - 4 races  = $260
      • $10 discount per race
      • Must be purchased in one transaction
      • Deadline to purchase noon August 21, 2023
  • Single Race = $75
  • State Championships = $75
  • Replacement race plate = $10
  • NON-REFUNDABLE: Race series pass
  • NON-REFUNDABLE: Single-race fees are transferable within the same season.

Team + Coach

  • Division 1 Team (30 + riders) = $450
  • Division 2 Teams (13 – 29 riders) = $300
  • Division 3 Teams (12 or less riders) = $150
  • Annual Coach = $25

If you have questions about team registration, please contact the Programs Manager.

All team pricing includes Insurance.

Race registration is online only. Registration deadline is Monday at 12 PM (noon) the week of the race. Rider membership and race entry fees are not refundable. Race entry fees are transferable within the current year series. No onsite registration for State Championships. Please email the Programs Manager to request a race entry transfer.

End of Season Awards

Recognize and celebrate those who make the Colorado League exceptional. The deadline for nominations is Monday, October 17th @ Noon.

clinics + training

MTB Coaching SYSTEM – Basic Skills CLINICS

Aspiring Level 2 and Level 3 Coaches learn how to coach mountain biking to a broad range of student-athletes. This course is required for a Level 2 and Level 3 license.

June 3, Dolores, CO 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Scholarship Deadline: April 26  |  Registration closes May 31

June 24, Highlands Ranch, CO 8:00 AM – Noon

Scholarship Deadline: June 19  |  Registration closes June 21

June 24, Evergreen, CO 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Scholarship Deadline: June 19 |  Registration closes June 21

June 25, Broomfield, CO 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM – SOLD OUT

Scholarship Deadline: July 17  |  Registration closes July 19

July 8, Evergreen, CO 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Scholarship Deadline: July 3  |  Registration closes July 5

August 5, Highlands Ranch, CO 8:00 AM – Noon

Scholarship Deadline: July 28   |  Registration closes August 2

August 6, Broomfield, CO 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Scholarship Deadline: July 31   |  Registration closes August 2

Virtual Education Clinics

Aspiring Level 2 and Level 3 Coaches obtain Professional Development Units (PDUs) or Continuing Education Credits (CEUs):

April 19, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: April 14 

May 17, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: May 12

June 21, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: June 16

July 19, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: July 14

August 2, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: July 28

In-Person Coach Education Clinics

Great opportunity to connect with peers, share best practices, and obtain:

• Mountain Bike Coaching (MBC) – Basic Skills 

• Recertification for WFA and/or CPR offered – minimum of 4 attendees

• Professional Development Units (PDUs)

• Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

April 15 – Grand Junction

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: April 7

April 29-30 – Colorado Springs

Agenda | Registration| Scholarship Deadline: April 21

May 13 – Golden – MBC Basics SOLD OUT

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: May 5

July 8 – Leadville

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: June 30

July 29 – Glenwood Springs

Agenda | Registration | Scholarship Deadline: July 21

Registration system (CCN), License Requirements, and Canvas Tutorial

These Zoom tutorials are a casual introduction to the Colorado League systems. No registration is required.

March 8, Noon – 1:00 PM

Zoom Link

April 12, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Zoom Link

May 10, Noon – 1:00 PM

Zoom Link

June 14, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Zoom Link

July 12, Noon to 1:00 PM

Zoom Link

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