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COACHING

Want to be a Coach?

As the Modesto Dust Devils we pride ourselves on having some of the best coaches in the league. Our coaches are dedicated individuals who work as a cohesive team to create strong minds and bodies through mountain biking for our local youth.

Whether you just enjoy biking, sharing your sport or want to learn yourself, we can provide you the tools and mechanisms to put #morekidsonbikes.

Click on the button below to email us if you would like to join us as a coach.

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Coaching Details

Our governing league NICA/NorCal has three distinct levels of coaches as defined below:

LEVEL 1

  • Role: Ride-along volunteers and ride sweeps who assist the team.
  • Details: Can ride with students during practices but cannot lead a ride group or be at the front of the trail group.
  • Requirements: Basic safety screening, background check, code of conduct, and introductory online courses completed via the Pit Zone.
 

LEVEL 2

  • Role: Ride leaders who can lead rides and assist with teaching basic skills.
  • Details: Allowed to ride at the front of a group and help teach skills under higher-level direction.
  • Requirements: Background check (Sterling & LiveScan), On-the-Bike (OTB) 101 skills course, field hours, and a 4-hour NICA-approved First Aid/CPR certification (or Wilderness First Aid if further than one hour from definitive care).
 

LEVEL 3

  • Role: Head coaches and team directors who take complete leadership roles.
  • Details: Holds ultimate responsibility for team management, safety, and advanced coaching decisions.
  • Requirements: Advanced online modules, extensive field hours, and an 8-hour NICA-approved First Aid certification (or 16-hour Wilderness First Aid for remote locations).