Length: A 3-day course that certifies an individual as an Intermediate Skills Instructor.

Cost: $650 USD

NOTE: 2020 curriculum changes require all prior participants to take the Level 1 Bridge course as a Prerequisite.

Details on annual dues and policies to maintain this certification can be found at https://icp.bike/policies/

Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate, teach, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections.

In order to pass the BICP Level 2 course, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material, perform a suitable teaching simulation, and pass a written test.

The Level 2 course offers hands-on training, students will receive  comprehensive training on the fundamental elements of mountain biking. Level 2 participants will create a foundation for teaching mountain bike skills clinics including personal riding skills, proper form, systematic methods, and terminology.

Completion of the course, in addition to passing a practical exam, will qualify an individual to:

Instruct individual or group mountain bike skills clinics in a professional, systematic and safe manner

Assess the level of each rider in their group through a pre-ride observation session

Assess and diagnose common errors within each rider’s fundamental skills

Prepare and implement teaching plans, progressions, and goal planning for future skills clinics

Make responsible choices when instructing mountain bike skills clinics

Assist BICP instructors at clinics, camps, and events

Level 2 Prerequisites:

• Wilderness First Aid certification strongly recommended
• Three or more years of mountain bike experience
• Volunteer work or work experience in bike related industry
• BICP Level 1 Leader Certification
• Meet or exceed our BICP LEVEL 2 RIDING STANDARDS
• Proficiency in performing the riding skills you will learn to teach: Watch a brief video of the bike skills covered below
• At least 18 yrs old
• Good communication skills
• A strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely
• Ability to perform basic trail side repairs (flat tires, broken chains, and shift adjustments)
• Fluent in the English language including reading and speaking

Course topics:

Instructor Best Practices
Skills Analysis
Introduction to Instruction
Fundamental Skills Instruction
Intermediate Skills Instruction

The Ten Fundamental Elements of Mountain Biking:

Neutral Position, Ready Position, & Ready State
Bike/Body Separation
Pedal Position
Eye Movement
Braking
Steering
Speed
Gearing and Cadence
Timing and Coordination
Pressure Control

The certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues.
The certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid / CPR training certification.
The Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued.
In person recertification course is required every 4 years.