Mountain biking is a fast-growing sport, and as more people take to the trails, there is an increasing need for experienced riders to assume leadership. The aMTB Ride Leader course was developed to introduce the basics of mountain bike riding …
This chapter will provide a teaching resource for each BICP Level 1 Fundamental Skills. A detailed breakdown for each skill, including specific keywords used for teaching the skill, a goal for the lesson, and detailed explanations of key bike and …
This chapter provides tools and techniques to assist instructors in observing and assessing a rider’s ability to perform a skill safely and proficiently. Developing these observation techniques will help you detect and correct errors that impact stability, balance, and control …
This chapter focuses on the Hows and the Whys of Instruction. Understanding the different learning styles and how they work together. What are teaching strategies? How does that apply to creating an effective teaching plan? Instructors need to know each …
This chapter will provide a teaching resource for each of the BICP Level 2 Intermediate Skills. A detailed breakdown for each skill, including specific keywords used for teaching the skill, a goal for the lesson, and detailed explanations of key bike …