ACA Leadership Summit & MTB Skills Training

6720 South Clementine Court,Tempe AZ 85283

02 April, 2022

Description

If you love the idea of getting more kids on bikes, this is for you. Coaches are the backbone of our program and we want to provide the support and education they need to be successful. The purpose of the ACA Coach License Program is to offer comprehensive training to coaches so that they are equipped to provide quality programming to student-athletes that meets national standards and best practices while developing strong mind, body and character. MTB Skills TrainingSaturday, April 2 MTB 101: Essential Skills and MTB 201: Intermediate Skills. Coaches learn the progressive steps needed to teach both basic and advanced mountain biking skills, experiential teaching techniques, how to accommodate different learning styles and how to create a positive learning environment for young riders. Taught by ACA-certified skills trainers. Required for coach license Level 2 and Level 3. Leadership SummitSunday, April 3 The ACA's annual Leadership Summit brings together coaches, parents, volunteers and industry professionals to develop skills and knowledge, share strategies and build community. The conference promotes a holistic approach to coaching that creates an environment in which young people can grow and thrive, and is the best opportunity for new coaches to become acquainted with the best practices of coaching student-athletes. Required for coach license Level 3. First time attendance is applied to the licensing requirement; attendance at a subsequent Summit may be applied to CEUs. CostMTB 101: Essential Skills only (Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.) – $30 MTB 201: Intermediate Skills only (Saturday noon to 5:00 p.m.; MTB 101 prerequisite - may not be taken same day) – $30 Leadership Summit only (Sunday) – $60 AgendaSaturday: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. – MTB 101: Essential Skills12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. – MTB 201: Intermediate SkillsSunday: 7:30 a.m. – Check In8:30 a.m. – Welcome and Overview9:15 a.m. – Working with the Student-Athlete10:00 a.m. – Break10:15 a.m. – Coach Licensing and Registration11:00 a.m. – Recruiting, Coaching and Retaining Females12:00 p.m. – Lunch1:00 p.m. – Risk Management for Coaches and Safety Reporting1:45 p.m. – Practice and Season Planning2:30 p.m. – Break2:45 p.m. – Dual Tracks: Establishing a Positive Team Culture –OR– Succession Planning3:30 p.m. – Dual Tracks: Working School Administrators –OR– Fundraising4:15 p.m. – Wrap Up