Races
NICA-sanctioned races provide student athletes an arena in which to set and accomplish competitive goals, to achieve their personal best. Most NICA leagues have a 4- or 5-race schedule, held in the Spring or Fall depending on the regional climate. Professional race promotion, timing, course preparation and risk management guarantee every participating student athlete is given a fun and fast environment.
Coaches’ Retreat
How does Florida do it? Where do coaches learn how to start and manage an interscholastic mountain bike team? What are the do’s and dont’s of maintaining a healthy team or new league in your state? Our annual Coaches’ Retreat brings together coaches and leaders for an important weekend of hands-on education about what it takes to be an exemplary NICA coach.
Currently, girls represent 25% of NICA’s overall national student-athlete participation. NICA GRiT (Girls Riding Together) seeks to increase the number of women and girls riding bikes. The GRiT Program is NICA’s effort to recruit and retain more girls and female coaches in NICA programs.
Teen Trail Corps is a program, supported by REI and the Walton Family Foundation, that provides NICA student-athletes the opportunity to serve and give their time towards bike related advocacy activities. It is designed to provide exposure and be a gateway for NICA student-athletes into the world of advocacy.
NICA Adventure is a program that Allows youth to experience the benefits of mountain biking, camaraderie, community, and the outdoors. Reinforce our core values while building health and strength, learning new skills, and being part of a team of like-minded people through outdoor experiential education.
NICA Adventure Challenge
Are you ready to gear up for the most epic biking adventure of the season? 🚴♂️🌟 Introducing the FL NICA Adventure Challenge—a season long journey packed with thrills, skills, and a whole lot of fun both on and off the bike!
This isn’t just about racing or riding; it’s about pushing your limits, exploring new trails, and discovering what makes mountain biking so amazing. Whether you’re teaching a buddy how to shred a corner, riding a trail under the glow of the setting sun, or dressing your bike in its silliest outfit, this challenge is your chance to embrace the full spirit of adventure.
Here’s the deal: We’ll have dozens of exciting tasks(missions) for you to complete. Keep an eye on the app as we will release new tasks each week. At our end of season Adventure Day celebration one girl and one boy will be named Adventure Champion! That’s right, complete the missions, conquer every climb, every challenge, and every laugh along the way and earn the most points to be Adventure Champion of Season 7 !
So, what are you waiting for? The trails are calling, the fun is waiting, and adventure is just around the corner. Let’s make this season legendary. Join the FL NICA Adventure Challenge today and become part of the story!
How to Join:
1. Download the Goosechase app
2. Enter the unique join code found in our newsletter or ask your team’s Adventure Coach.
3. Create your Profile with your Team Name followed by First & Last Name (for example: Core Crew Team – Jackie Morrison) This is important to make sure you earn points towards being an Adventure Champion as well as you team earning points to be the Adventure Team of the season.
