2027 USMCA COACH SUMMIT
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- WHEN: to be determined, 2027
- WHERE: to be determined, USA
The 2026 USMCA Coach Summit wasn’t just another meeting—it’s was where our coaches came together to shape the future of our profession. Coaches walked away with real tools to grow their business, stronger relationships with fellow coaches, industry partners, and the latest insights on rider safety, health, plus industry trends that directly impact their programs. This summit was about alignment, momentum, and community—understanding where the USMCA has been, where we’re going next, and how coaches fit into that vision. With 455 coaches nationwide, our strength is in showing up, sharing knowledge, and moving forward together. If you want to be part of the conversations, partnerships, and opportunities that elevate coaching standards and grow the sport, the 2027 USMCA Coach Summit is where you need to be. We are stronger together—and this summit is how we continue building that network.
Agenda from the 2026 USMCA Coach Summit
8:00 AM: Registration & Check-In
9:00 AM: STATE OF THE USMCA: The Journey, the Milestones, the Mission, the Value
Presenters: USMCA Advisory Council
- Jon-Erik Burleson: USMCA Founding Member
- Jeff Emig: USMCA Founding Member, 2004 Motorcycle Hall of Fame Inductee
- Christy LaCurelle: Motorcycle Industry Council
- Jenna Hewitt: Troy Lee Designs
- Mike Pelletier: American Motorcyclist Association
- Nate Ramsey: Race Team Manager, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing
- Paul Puma: Wells Fargo
- Chris Ulrich: Racing Editor, Roadracing World
10:00 AM: RIDER SAFETY & HEALTH: A focused session on protecting riders, injury prevention, and real-world insights.
Presenters:
- Doc Bodner: Alpinestars Medical
- Dr. Carl Price: MotoAmerica Traveling Doctor
This session will discuss:
- The five most common injuries seen on the track.
- Key preventive actions and best practices that coaches can incorporate into the training environment.
- Critical signs every coach should recognize.
- What to do? Making decisions in real-time during rider incidents.
- FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST: Justin Bradshaw, Founder, KoPilot
11:00 AM: RELATIONSHIP BUILDING: Strengthening Your Network and Business through Dealerships, OEMs, and Your Peers
Presenters: Keith Culver, Tyler Livesay, Chris Ulrich, TBD
Moderator: Jason Weigandt
In this session, coaches will learn:
- The importance of creating meaningful partnerships with dealerships and local organizations within the local community.
- How to recognize the mutual benefits & opportunities of collaboration within the coaching community.
- Understanding the potential of establishing a relationship directly with manufacturers (vehicle and aftermarket) to expand business.
12:00 PM: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Good for you, BETTER for everyone
Presenter: Sam Dantzler, Garage Composites
Join industry leader Sam Dantzler and walk away with actionable tools that
will help you:
- Build trust with your customers.
- Develop dealer relationships for maximum growth opportunities.
- Recognize the value in building relationships within your community, and especially through your local dealership teams.
1:00 PM: LUNCH & NETWORKING
2:00 PM: USMCA TRACK WALK
2:30-5:00 PM: OPEN Q&A, COACH NETWORKING
Enroll to become USMCA Certified:
If you need more information or help, please contact us at info@usmca.org before enrolling.
Steps to become USMCA Certified:
STEP 1: Register on the USMCA Certification Portal and enroll in a USMCA Certification course.
STEP 2: Apply for & CLEAR a national-level background screening and complete the Abuse Prevention training.
STEP 3: Upload or obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.
STEP 4: Obtain SSI ConcussionWise, HeatWise & CardiacWise certificates.
STEP 5: Complete USMCA Core Content Assignments & Quizzes.
STEP 6: Verify coaching experience by submitting requested reference materials.
Following the completion of all steps listed above, you will receive an email with a letter of Certification, an offer to obtain K&K Liability Insurance through the USMCA’s policy and an opportunity to build your coaching profile on the USMCA’s forward-facing coaching network platform, MotorcycleCoaching.org.