2024 NICA Mississippi Leaders Summit

If you have a passion for getting more kids on bikes and want to build strong minds, bodies and communities through cycling, join us for our 2024 Leaders Summit at Highland Elementary School.

The Summit is for everyone who wants to learn how to get more students on bikes, to learn about the MS NICA League, or to become involved with a NICA youth mountain biking club/team in Mississippi. We will have different learning paths for our new and returning coaches and volunteers.

September 21 - Saturday's workshops will provide you with practical tools and actionable steps to create a thriving NICA team. By the end of the day, you'll be equipped to make a positive impact on the lives of young mountain bikers in your community.

• Learn how NICA is revolutionizing youth sports and shaping the future
• Learn the essentials of starting and managing a successful MTB team.
• Discover effective strategies for working with young riders and fostering their growth.
• Understand essential risk management practices for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Saturday Evening - Bike, BBQ, and Brainy Fun at the Ridgeland Trails.

After a day inside learning about all things MS NICA, join us for an evening of community, cycling, and camaraderie!

Let's hit the trails, savor delicious BBQ, and put our knowledge to the test with a unique twist on Trivial Pursuit: The Pursuit of Trivia!

Come see how this fun little game is an excellent training tool for your team and a fundraiser as well.

We'll provide the BBQ and all the fun.

September 22 - Sunday's NICA On-the-Bike 101 and 201 skills training is a coach training. It is intended to both demonstrate the essential mountain bike skills that student-athletes need, as well as how to effectively teach them in a youth development setting. Its primary outcome is for coaches to gain a full understanding of how to deliver impactful, competent skills instruction.By helping coaches to be better foundational skills instructors, our ultimate aim is to enable student-athletes to:

• Improve bike handling skills over varying terrain

• Maintain flow and speed on the bike

• Navigate challenging terrain smoothly and efficiently

• Build confidence for riding and racing

Our NICA-certified skills trainers will guide you through a fun and informative session.

On Sunday:

• Bring your bike, helmet, bike shoes and water bottle.
• Please dress comfortably for outdoor bike instruction.
• OTB 101 is a requirement for NICA Coach License Levels 2 and 3
• OTB 101 is a prerequisite for OTB 201.

Space is limited, so sign up today!

Let's have fun, learn together, and build a stronger NICA community!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Highland Elementary School, 330 Brame Road, Ridgeland, United States