Bike Instructor Certification Program

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Adaptive – BICP aims to help more adaptive athletes get into leadership roles and find ways to make equipment more affordable.

Racial Equity – BICP’s goal is to elevate equity in the outdoors by continuing to support individuals and organizations working to improve access and leadership in the cycling community.

Women – Women have been underrepresented in the cycling community. By empowering women and young female riders, we can change the narrative together by certifying women professionally.

LGBTQ+ – The BICP’s goal is to increase the number of LGBTQ+ role models, which will increase the access of more grassroots participants to the sport of cycling without fear.

The BICP is proud of its members and supports them in creating a solid community of like-minded individuals who work together to grow the sport in their community. We help our coaches and encourage them to start a coaching business in their community; many coaches work with local trail systems and schools to develop after-school programs.

Many of our aMTB certifications and partner organizations rely on grant funding and scholarships, and a small portion of each BICP member’s annual dues helps fund these scholarships.

The BICP is proud to support aspiring cycling leaders from diverse backgrounds through our Scholarship Program. With full and partial scholarships available for Ride Leader, Level 1, and Level 2 certifications, we aim to break down financial barriers and empower individuals to bring positive change to their communities through cycling.

Each scholarship recipient has a unique story, a passion for cycling, and a desire to lead. Scholarship funds support these individuals as they become certified leaders who inspire new riders, foster safe and inclusive cycling practices, and make a lasting impact on their communities.

Funding will allow BICP to increase scholarships and support critical resources like training materials and hands-on instruction. Additionally, funding helps recipients share BICP’s mission, further amplifying our impact. Scholarship winners contribute to community-building through group rides, skills clinics, and social media outreach, promoting the values of safety, inclusion, and empowerment in cycling.