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BICP L1 Certification-Whitefish, MT- May 14-16, 2021

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BICP L1 Certification-Whitefish, MT- May 14-16, 2021

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May 14, 2021 8:00 am - May 16, 2021 5:00 pm Whitefish, MT

Level 1 Certification – Fundamental Skills Instructor

Length: A 3-day course

Time: 8 am – 5 pm

Dates: Friday, May 14-Sunday, May 16, 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.

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

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

Level 1 Ride Standards

  • 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:

Flathead Area Mountain Bikers
Kelly Medler
medlerk@gmail.com

Name & Address of Outdoor Facility:

Herron Park – 2310 Foys Lake Rd, Kalispell, MT 59901

Lodging Options:

Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell – 1840 Highway 93 South, Kalispell, MT 59901•(406) 756-4500

Bike Shop/ Rentals:

Wheaton’s Cycle – 214 1st Ave W, Kalispell, MT 59901

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BICP L1 Certification-Whitefish, MT- May 14-16, 2021 $65.00 / year for 4 years and a $585.00 sign-up fee

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