Become a Coach | USA Cycling Licensed Coaches

What it Means to Become a USA Cycling Coach

A coaching pathway built on trust and education

USA Cycling coaches complete a background check, SafeSport training, and U.S. Anti Doping Agency education. Coaches also complete formal coursework and continue learning through ongoing education, helping ensure athletes and families can trust the coaches they work with.

When you become a certified coach with USA Cycling, you gain access to exclusive coaching resources, professional support, cycling-specific liability insurance, and guidance for developing your coaching business. Additionally, your athletes benefit from high-quality coaching that can help them progress and achieve their goals.

Certify as a Level 3 Coach

Why coach with USA Cycling

Help riders reach their goals with trusted, athlete-centered coaching.

Build credibility through a recognized coaching pathway.

Gain education built for cycling specific coaching.

Join a network that supports continued learning and professional growth.

Access tools and resources that help you coach with confidence.

Benefit from cycling-specific coach liability insurance.

Get Certified

How to Become a USA Cycling Coach

Get started as a Certified Level 3 USA Cycling Coach

Step 1: Log in to your USA Cycling account or create a new account.

Step 2: Enroll in the Certified Coach Level 3 program and complete the coursework. The course fee includes the cost of a Level 3 Certified Coaching License and USA Cycling Membership.

Step 3: Complete the Background Screening (NCSI Background Check) through your member portal.

Step 4: Complete the SafeSport Certification Training through your member portal.

Step 5: Complete the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency’s Coaching Advantage Tutorial (optional)

Step 6: Your Level 3 Certified Coach license and USA Cycling membership will be issued upon successful completion of all requirements. Our team will notify you when you coaching license is valid.

Coach Levels

A Clear Pathway for Coach Development

Certified Level 3 Coach

Entry point for coaches beginning their USA Cycling coaching journey. This level establishes the foundation for safe, informed, athlete focused coaching.

Certified Level 2 Intermediate Coach

Designed for coaches with active coaching experience who are ready to deepen their knowledge and continue advancing within the pathway.

Certified Level 1 Advanced Coach

Built for experienced coaches who have demonstrated athlete development and continued growth in high level coaching environments.

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Our Partners

USA Cycling partners with industry leaders like Fast Talk Labs, TrainingPeaks, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) to provide coaches with access to cutting-edge resources and expert guidance.

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