BICP L1 Certification-Killington, VT – May 28-30, 2021

Level 1 Certification Fundamental Skills Instructor 

Length: A 3-day course

Time: 8 am – 5 pm

Dates: Friday, May 28-Sunday, May 30, 2021

Cost: $650 USD, includes the cost of the online Ride Leader course.

(Current BICP Ride Leaders should contact administration for subsidized pricing prior to registering)

In order to pass the BICP Level 1 course, participants must demonstrate an understanding of the material, perform a suitable teaching simulation, and pass a written test. Each student will be tested on their ability to demonstrate, teach, and provide feedback through error detection and corrections.

The Level 1 course offers hands-on training, students will receive comprehensive training on the fundamental elements of mountain biking. Level 1 participants will create a foundation for teaching mountain bike skills clinics including personal riding skills, proper form, systematic methods, and terminology.

Level 1 Prerequisites:

• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Wilderness First Aid certification strongly recommended
• Three or more years of mountain bike experience
• Volunteer work or work experience in the bike-related industry
• BICP Ride Leader Certification
• At least 18 yrs. old
• Good communication skills
• A strong desire to help others have more fun and progress safely
• Ability to perform basic trailside 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

The certification holder must maintain their annual membership dues.

This certification holder must maintain a current basic First Aid / CPR training certification.

The Certification is valid for 4 years from the date issued.

An in-person recertification course is required every 4 years.

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT CLOSES May 1, 2021

Host Information:

Killington Bike Park
rmccoy@killington.com

Name & Address of Outdoor Facility:

Killington Bike Park
4763 Killington Rd, Killington, VT 05751

Lodging Options:

Killington Ski Resort
https://www.killington.com/

Bike Rentals / Shop:

bike rentals available on site