PROGRAMS OVERVIEW

NICA-sanctioned events provide student-athletes an opportunity to set and accomplish competitive goals, to achieve their personal best, and to build community. Professional event promotion, timing, course preparation, and risk management guarantee every participating student-athlete is given a fun and fast environment. The five-race series has 550 registered student-athletes, 350 coaches and 2,500+ total attendees at each event. Races are designed for both new and experienced riders with courses similar to cross-country style running events and safety as the #1 priority. Every race features a Pit Zone for teams and a sponsor expo for spectators, families and athletes.

NICA Adventures will broaden the riding experience for young adults through non-competitive mountain biking activities and events. Guided trips and camps will get students outdoors in an experiential environment where physical challenges, fun and education have equal value toward the overall character development of the participants.

The GRiT program aims to increase female participation in NICA over the next five years to 35%, with an emphasis on recruitment and retention of female student-athletes and coaches. GRiT events are focused on promoting physical health, confidence and self-esteem through skills clinics, camps and female-led rides.

Teen Trail Corps cultivates community as we foster the next generation of trail stewards and advocates. Members may be called upon to help with focused advocacy and stewardship efforts in various regions around the state. Events include trail work days, camps and clinics.