{"product_id":"mtb-leadership-certificate","title":"MTB Leadership Certificate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecome the leader riders trust — keep your group safer, smoother, and more confident on every ride.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for non-profit ride leaders, bike shop staff, summer camp employees and counselors, and anyone stepping into a group leadership role on trail, this hybrid course gives you the knowledge and real-world practice to lead mountain bike groups confidently and responsibly. Participants who pass the final assessment earn the \u003cstrong\u003eStill Peaking MTB Leadership Certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnline Module\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll cover group management fundamentals, communication techniques, pacing, and handling mixed-ability groups; bike and helmet safety checks; building an Emergency Plan of Action (EPA); and route planning and risk assessment. We also cover the basics of working with trail stewards, land managers, and understanding your responsibilities as a ride leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Person Clinic \u0026amp; Assessment (6 hours)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut it all into practice on trail. You'll develop your essential riding skills, learn to spot unsafe riding and make basic corrections in real time, and work through interactive group-management exercises and on-trail navigation. Practical drills will sharpen your ability to read riders, cue corrections safely, and hold standards without alienating participants. The session concludes with a practical assessment — pass it and you'll earn the Still Peaking MTB Leadership Certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Online module (self-paced) + 6-hour in-person clinic \u0026amp; assessment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-requisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong foundational MTB skills required\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLimited spots available. Pre-registration is required. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stillpeaking.com\/pages\/service-policies\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePlease familiarize yourself with our policies before registering\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Still Peaking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43600872996941,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/stillpeaking.com\/products\/mtb-leadership-certificate","provider":"Still Peaking","version":"1.0","type":"link"}