World-class MTB skills coach training and certification programs made for Western Australia. Whether you're just starting your coaching journey or advancing your skills, we have the pathway for you.
Alternative industry certifications often fail the specific needs of Western Australian riders and coaches. We've identified the gaps and built a framework that works for you.
Alternative industry certifications often fail the specific needs of Western Australian riders and coaches.
Our certifications are born from Black Ram MTB real-world clinics, taking the rider-first coaching approach to coach-first training that gets you ready to go.
MTBWA certifications are built for the reality of WA MTB trails and the how riders actually progress. We've scrapped the "memorise the book" exercise of traditional courses in favour of a mentor-led education-in-industry development model.
Understand the physics of riding traction, control and efficiency. Forget clichés; answer the tough questions from a place of knowledge instead of catchphrases.
On completion you'll be technically proficient in teaching riding skills, but also capable of managing the psychological and safety aspects of MTB progression.
Learn what skills to teach and when to teach them, surpasing online advice that may get the right advice to the right people...but usually at the wrong time.
There is a MTBWA Coach Certification available for you, as long as you can ride a trail. Build your expertise with our modular system, expanding your coaching scope and increasing your proficiency as is appropriate for you.
From beginner to elite, find your perfect level with our structured certification system designed for Western Australian conditions.
Not ready for the full dive? Use the Intro certs to dip your toes in with Basics for novice riders in open spaces and Beginners for entry-level coaching on White/Green trails.
Focused content with a clearly scoped objective. No monolithic courses here. Click through each level to discover the steps through your certification journey.
Before exploring the levels, it's helpful to understand the two types of certifications available:
Mirror real-world skills clinics with in-depth training and real students.
Expand knowledge and scope without full clinic assessment.
💡 Tip: Click any clinic certification below to view rider-level content at blackrammtb.com.au
Select a level below to view additional information about each step of the certification pathway:
The skills for all rider levels
The most involved certification, that covers teaching the essential riding skills and techniques that all riders should constantly work to refine.
For those who want to become certified to provide MTBWA Coach Certifications.
You are assessed through a comprehensive combination of questioning by your Coach Trainer and evaluated on risk management, riding demonstrations, coaching delivery, and question handling while coaching. This ensures you not only understand the subject matter but can effectively apply your knowledge when it is needed.
Assessed during real-world sessions where you'll typically run the group clinic that maps to your certification. Private sessions are also available for personalized assessment.
When demonstrations are required, your Coach Trainer will assess you as you teach them or other coach students.
Take the next step in becoming a certified MTB skills coach in Western Australia.