UCI Coach Level 1 Coaching Course**

Overview
The UCI level 1 coaching course is the entry qualification for coaches and focuses on the
foundations of coaching. The knowledge that is gained on this course is fundamental to
ensuring coaching is appropriate for the riders and for each cycling discipline. Coaches will
learn the fundamentals of technique that is consistent in all cycling activities and how to
deliver effective coached sessions.
Topics Covered

 Coaching Principles & Safety

 Delivery Coaching Sessions

 Coaching Specific Groups

 Basic Nutrition

 Discipline: Introduction to Sport of Cycling

 Anatomy / Physiology & Biomechanics

 Basic Components of Fitness

 Calendar Planning – Short Term, LTAD

 Basic Equipment & Position

 Rights & Rider Hygiene. Code of Conduct

Assessments

 Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of
correct technique

 Plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the different training and
racing periods

 Multiple choice test

 Wada Play True test

UCI Coach Level 2 Coaching Course**
Overview
The UCI level 2 coaching course is the next stage in a coach’s development. Moving on from
the fundamentals learnt at Level 1, this course focuses on the components required to assist
a rider when training for more advanced performance. Coaches will be equipped with the
skills and knowledge required to progress riders in up to two disciplines.
Topics Covered

 Coaching Principles & Safety (revisit)

 Delivery Coaching Sessions (revisit)

 Coaching Specific Groups 2

 Basic Nutrition 2

 Discipline Specific

 Anatomy / Physiology & Biomechanics 2

 Principles of Conditioning

 Prescribing Training

 Planning

 Monitoring & Performance

 Coach & Athlete

 Event Demands & Benchmarking

 Basic Bike-Fit

 Introduction to Training with Power

Assessments

 Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of
Advanced technique

 Plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the different training and
racing periods

 Written exam

 Wada Play True test

UCI Coach Level 3 Diploma Course**
Overview
The Level 3 (Diploma) is the highest qualification offered and is aimed at experienced
coaches who will be working either with their National Team or with National level riders.
The exposure to athletes and the knowledge gained from both qualifications will allow each
coach to develop in multiple roles from working with talent identification, developing young
riders through to elite level cyclists looking to compete at a world level.
Course Pre-requisites
 UCI Level 1 and 2 or equivalent
 Diploma in Sports & Exercise
Topics Covered
 Philosophy & Discipline Research
 Session Planning
 Coaching Groups & Talent ID
 Nutrition & Supplements
 Bike Fit & Position (Theory & Practical)
 Discipline Theory: Specific Demands & Coaching Practice
 Principles of Conditioning
 Prescribing Training
 Planning & Tapering
 Coach & Athlete (Foundation Stones)
 Monitoring & Performance
 Analysis of Event & Benchmarking (Disciplines)
 Strength & Conditioning (Classroom & Gym)
 Training with Power
 Environments & Travelling
 Self-Reflection
Assessments
 Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of
Advanced technique
 Written test
 Season Planning – plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the
different training and racing periods
 Reflective workbook
 Planning Sessions and Test
 Bike Fitting (Practical)
 Wada Coach True Certificate