I want to be a bike coach: Should I go to college?

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Hi Lee,

I am a big fan of yours, you’re one of my role models within the World of Mountain Biking.

I write this email as a 17 year old from the UK trying to decide on a career path, I currently work as a lifeguard and I am in full time education. I love Sport and especially riding bikes with knobbly tyres on dirt.

Becoming a Mountain Biking coach interests me greatly as I would love to turn my passion into a career and help share my passion with other riders. I was hoping for some insight into the industry and advice as to how to break into it and become a coach.

Is it better to start part-time and go to University/ College as well, if so would a degree relating to Psychology and Sports coaching be beneficial? or completely commit and become fully qualified straight away? How does someone come about working for your coaching team? What qualifications or experience do you look for?

Any advice you can offer would be a huge help.

Kind regards

Alex

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One spot left for Moab 2015!

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Our April 23-26 Moab camp is going to be awesome — and there’s only one spot left.

If you want to learn a lot, get some great photos and ride world class trails with some of the best instructors in the world, check out the LLB 4-day camp in Moab, UT >>>

A great weekend in Dallas, TX

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Last weekend’s coaching trip to Dallas, TX was stressful because of all the rain they’ve had, but we found some venues and had a great time.

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Kung fu skills in Simi Valley, CA on March 22, 2015

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Last weekend’s sessions at Corriganville Park in Simi Valley, CA were super fun. We rode with some cool people, and the range of terrain was perfect for learning (and shredding).

Check out these photos, and come out to the March 22 session (or take a 1-day class near you)!

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Skills clinics galore!

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This spring we’re offering more skills sessions than ever, ranging from two hours to four days, all over the United States.

4-day camp in Moab, UT April 23-26, 2015 >>>
1-day clinics in California, Texas, Arizona, Idaho and beyond >>>
Level 1 clinics at Valmont Bike Park in Boulder, CO >>>
Level 2 clinics at Valmont Bike Park in Boulder, CO >>>

Learn more about LLB skills clinics, and book a private or semiprivate session >>>

Kung fu skills in Simi Park, CA

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We’re rocking kung fu skills at Corriganville Park in Simi Valley, CA on Jan. 16, 17 and 18.

SOLD OUT.

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Build riding skills anywhere with LLB Remote Coaching

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Thanks to email, video and other modern marvels, you can get world class MTB skills training anywhere.

What do you want to accomplish?

• Dial in the basics. The key to true mastery.

• Focus on specific skills (cornering, dropping, jumping, etc).

• Get personalized feedback from one of the most effective skills instructors in the world.

• Build on what you’ve learned from a book or in-person clinic.

• Lessons start at $99.

• Gift certificates are available.

Learn more about LLB Remote Coaching>>>

MTB skills in Austin, TX Dec. 15, 2014

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Hi all, I’m teaching in Austin, TX this weekend.

Fully booked Fri-Sun, but I can work with individuals or groups on Monday.

Normal coaching rates apply. What a fun way for you and your crew to dial in your skills.

To set up your session please email lee@leelikesbikes.com

Yummy pizza and kung fu skills in New York

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By Kevin Stiffler

Shredding is our business, and business is good.

On the weekend of Oct. 18, Lee McCormack were simultaneously at Denver International Airport heading in different directions for several days of coaching and shredding: Lee in Illinois, me in my home state of New York.

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Podcast: LLB kung fu riding philosophy

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LLB skills student and pro racer Chris Kelly helped create the comprehensive functional wellness practice Nourish Balance Thrive. He and I recently spent an hour talking about riding, training and Flow.

Listen to the LLB kung fu podcast at nourishbalancethrive >>>

Keep reading for the full transcript.

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LLB clinic video from Rocky Mountain Adventure Junkies

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This beautiful video from Rocky Mountain Adventure Junkies shows Valmont Bike Park from the ground and a drone, and it gives a taste of a Lee Likes Bikes skills clinic.

Thanks to Kevin Stiffler for the stunt riding and the RMAJ crew for the great work.

I’m getting better on video, but I still need to control the OKs and LIKEs.

Learn about LLB Skills Clinics >>>

LLB mountain bike skills clinics in NorCal Nov. 14-17

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We are rocking kung fu skills clinics at the world famous Soquel Demonstration Forest Nov. 14, 15, 16 and 17.

SOLD OUT

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