Coaches Summit
Combined Coaches Retreat for the Maryland and West Virginia Leagues — a weekend of learning, training, and riding at Cacapon State Park.
Overview
We’re excited to announce the combined Coaches Retreat for the Maryland and West Virginia Leagues! This weekend brings coaches and adult volunteers together for learning, training, and riding at Cacapon State Park, April 10–12.
Saturday features classroom and outdoor sessions, first aid, group discussions, guest speakers, and an optional group ride. Sunday includes OTB 101, NICA-approved first aid, and TTC work on the Cacapon trails. Breakfast and lunch will be provided both days, and additional details will be emailed the week of the event.
What to Look Forward To
Dynamic sessions covering effective communication, building trust, handling tough conversations, and strengthening cultural awareness.
Connect with mentors in small groups to share challenges, successes, and strategies to grow together.
Hear from seasoned coaches and youth development professionals with best practices you can apply immediately.
Meet passionate mentors, expand your connections, and strengthen your support system.
Access tools, materials, and programs designed to enhance your coaching approach.
Who Should Attend?
- ✓Passionate youth mentors looking to deepen their impact.
- ✓Coaches eager to learn from the experiences of others.
- ✓Those seeking new strategies and resources to elevate their mentoring.
- ✓Anyone who values collaboration and wants to be part of a supportive coaching community.
Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of student-athletes, helping them unlock their full potential. We can’t wait to see you there.
Facilitated Group Rides
Super relaxed, social ride focused on fun and conversation. Plenty of regrouping; true no-drop experience.
Easy, steady riding for newer riders or anyone looking for a low-stress spin. Regular regroups on climbs and intersections.
Moderately brisk ride for riders with some fitness and trail experience. Less stopping, consistent flow, still supportive.
Fast and spirited for experienced riders. Minimal stops, sustained effort, and possible small gaps on climbs/technical sections.
Tentative Schedule
This is a tentative schedule for the WV/MD Coaches Retreat.
