USAC
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Coaches

Coaching Mission: Enhance coaches' abilities through excellence in education, opportunities, tools, technology, and mentorship.

Coaches who are Level 2 certified can expect to take home a wealth of knowledge in achieving a better understanding of the physiological stresses and adaptations the body endures through training and how to utilize these stresses and adaptations in writing a better training plan for their athletes.

Requirements

In order to achieve a Level 2 Coaching License, a coach must:

  • Be a USA Cycling Level 3 Coach (no minimum duration)

  • Be a Fast Talk Labs Unlimited Member in order to access unlimited optional education content before, during, and after the clinic. (can be purchased with Level 2 online course)

  • Complete the Online Level 2 Course through Fast Talk Labs, including the Level 2 Exam (Available for purchase prior to May 10th)

  • Complete the full duration of the Level 2 Clinic, Including any post-clinic projects or meetings

  • Once the clinic process is complete, a coach's license will be upgraded.

Level 2 Capstone Clinics

The Level 2 Clinics aim to provide practical application of online learning materials. This helps coaches to best prepare athletes to become competitive bike racers. The agenda for the clinics will provide a foundation in information analysis, sports physiology and training plan design.

October 22-24, 2023
Level 2 Clinic

Bentonville, Ark.
Held following the Big Sugar Gravel Classic

Register before Sept. 10th for discounted registration. All registration will close October 9th.