NICA is not just about bikes…

NICA is about creating lifelong cyclists and redefining youth sports. By fostering inclusivity and empowerment, NICA transforms how kids grow and perceive the world. We're building a community where everyone rides... cultivating resilience, confidence, and passion.
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    Who We Are

    We know that bikes are a powerful tool: NICA helps youth develop strength, resilience, and character, while pedaling with a supportive and inclusive community.

    Our Mission

    Coach With NICA

    Are you the next coach who will change kids’ lives? Join our leagues as an adult volunteer with your local team and make an impact. All skill levels are welcome!

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    Find Your League

    NICA’s leagues span the country, offering local programs for youth across 30 states (and counting!) Find your league today and get involved!

    NICA Leagues

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    NICA exists because of the generous support of partners and donors like you. If the interscholastic cycling movement moves you, please consider donating and help get one more kid on a bike!

    Riding bikes...and so much more!

    Since its roots as a high school race league in California in 2009, NICA has grown to a network of 32 leagues implementing a wide range of youth development programs. From trail stewardship to initiatives to get more girls and women on bikes, NICA’s programs meet kids where they’re at. Every rider has a place in NICA.

    Explore our programs below:

    NICA Events Racing & Team Practice

    Events, Racing, & Team Practice

    NICA GRiT (Girls Riding Together)

    NICA Coach Education

    NICA Teen Trail Corps

    Teen Trail Corps

    NICA Adventure

    NICA GRiT

    NICA Adventure

    NICA Adventure

    NICA is changing the game in youth sports – and changing the world along the way.

    Discover how NICA is revolutionizing youth sports and shaping the future »

    “NICA is, in my sweet little opinion, doing a big favor to the cycling industry, youth sports, and society at large... The program creates a space where lifelong cyclists are born, personal growth is fostered, and folks get to participate at the level that suits them. And it’s not just the student-athlete who benefits, it’s everyone involved from coaches to families. NICA connects people.”

    - Katie Sox, Oregon League Photographer & NICA Superfan -

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    We almost forgot that this is the whole point 💛 Lifting each other up. Finding confidence on the trail. Building community one ride at a time. 🤗

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    NICA Stories

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    June 16, 2025

    Marion’s Story: from NICA Parent to Lifelong Mountain Biker and Community Advocate

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    National Trails Day: North Carolina League’s Trailblazing TTC Impact

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    Generations of Trail Stewards: Building Community, One Trail at a Time

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    May 21, 2025

    From the Racecourse to Retail: NICA Student Athletes Launch RideLens Sunglasses

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    December 5, 2024

    2024 Holiday Gift Guide

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