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Colorado League Youth Cycling Growth Initiative
Join the Colorado High School Cycling League Executive Director Chris McGee and GoPro Mountain Games Field Rep Jon Tarkington for a roundtable discussion on creating new structures for youth cycling growth.
The discussion will focus on organizational collaboration to provide greater continuity for athletes and participation. A unified strategy among partners can lead to a shared development outlook from Middle School to College.
clinics + training
2026 schedule
In-person events are great opportunities for networking, education, first-aid training, CPR, MBC, and basic skills sessions.
- April 25: Highlands Ranch 1-Day Clinic AGENDA | REGISTER HERE
- May 1 – 3: Nathrop Coach Retreat AGENDA | REGISTER HERE
- August 1: Conifer 1-Day Clinic REGISTER HERE
Virtual Events
These completely online events are quick and convenient opportunities to meet your LEVEL 2 and LEVEL 3 coach requirements.
All events are scheduled from 4pm to 8pm MST, via Zoom.
- March 25: AGENDA | REGISTER HERE
- May 21: AGENDA | REGISTER HERE
- July 15: REGISTER HERE
- August 12: REGISTER HERE
Licensing and Registration Tutorial
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This 45-minute session introduces coaches to the updated coaching requirements. Learn how to navigate updating coach requirements in CCN. No registration is required.
March 4
5:30pm to 6:15pm
CLICK HERE TO JOIN VIA ZOOM
March 19
5:30pm to 6:15pm
CLICK HERE TO JOIN VIA ZOOM
license requirements
2026 Coach Licensing Changes
- WFA is no longer required for Level 2 and 3 coaches
- PDUs and CEUs are no longer required for Level 2 and 3 coaches
New Requirements
- 4-hour First Aid/CPR for Level 2 and 3 coaches
- Initial Coach Education Series Event (clinic or retreat) for Level 2 coaches
- 2 Coach Education Series Clinics or 1 retreat in the same year or consecutive years for Level 3 coaches
- Coach Education Series event every other year to maintain your coach license
Coach Resources
Rider Recruitment Toolkit
Colorado League YouTube Channel
Positive Coaching Alliance Resources:
Sample Pre-Season Meeting Agenda
team management
General Info
Team Recruit Tools
Community Outreach Presentation
Recruit Flyer – Example Girls (PDF)
Recruit Flyer – Example Boys (PDF)
YouTube Channel – CO MTB League
School Administrator Info
Administrator Mountain Bike Team Info
Administrators to YES – Cañon City
Activity Letter Criteria Examples
Golden High School Club Constitution
Booster Club Bylaws – Ralston Valley
Team Budget Example Golden High – Division 1
Team Handbook Example – Ralston Valley – approved by administration
Team Management & Fee 2023 Survey Results
Fees 2026
Rider Membership
- Student Athlete Grades 9 - 12: $190
- Student Athlete Grades 6 - 8: $95
- Student Athlete, Outgoing Senior: $30
- Additional team fees may be assessed
- NON-REFUNDABLE, required even if you do not choose to race
Race Entry
- Race Series Pass: $300
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- $10 discount per race when you purchase 4 races in one transaction
- Deadline to purchase: Noon August 24, 2026
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- Single Race and State Championships: $85
- Middle School Mayhem (7th and 8th grade only): $40*
- NON-REFUNDABLE: Race series pass
- NON-REFUNDABLE: Single-race fees are transferable within the same season
*Colorado League 7-8 grade team members receive a 50% discount on Middle School Mayhem events.
Team + Coach
- Division 1 Team: $495
- Division 2 Teams: $345
- Division 3 Teams: $180
- Annual Coach = $30
If you have questions about team registration, please contact the Programs Director.
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 Director to request a race entry transfer.
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