GSMBC MEMBERSHIPS
GSMBC MEMBERSHIPS
ONLINE MOUNTAIN BIKE
COACH EDUCATION
NEXT LEVEL TRAINING
FOR ANY CERTIFIED COACH
The GSMBC Membership Program Is Here
GSMBC—the world leader in mountain bike instructor training and certification—has launched a groundbreaking learning platform designed for instructors and coaches who want to elevate their skills, grow their careers, and stay at the forefront of the sport.
Our new multi-tier membership system is built to fit your budget and your goals, whether you’re an experienced coach or just starting your journey.
Take Your Coaching Further
Join GSMBC today and experience the most innovative, comprehensive, and career-focused mountain bike instructor training platform available.
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Membership Benefits Include:
Access to GSMBC’s Online Coach Education (OCE) courses
Exclusive member access to our free Community and Masterclass Webinars with GSMBC’s top mentors.
Industry Pro-deals and discounts on GSMBC merchandise.
GSMBC’s Coaches Community Forum to connect, learn and share.
and loads more… check out the details below!
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Membership is open to all certified mountain bike coaches and instructors with a valid certification from the last 5 years. If you’ve trained through another organization—such as PMBIA—you’re welcome to join and build on your existing skills through GSMBC’s world-class resources.
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While in-person courses remain open to all, membership is required to access our online training, webinars, and mentorship programs. GSMBC’s approach ensures that every member builds on a solid foundation—honed in real-world trail scenarios with experienced mentors—before progressing to advanced techniques.
MEMBERSHIP
OPTIONS
FREE
START MEMBERSHIP
FREE COMMUNTY MEMBERSHIP
WHO’S THIS FOR?
Aspiring mountain bike coaches who want to explore what GSMBC has to offer — for free!
Coaches looking to connect, share, and collaborate with others to strengthen MTB programs in their area
Riders curious about professional mountain bike coach education and how it can improve their own skills and knowledge
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Free access to the GSMBC Reference Guide Sample — a sneak peek at the most comprehensive coaching methodology resource in the industry, continually refined to keep you on the leading edge.
15% discount on GSMBC’s Online Coach Education Courses - education courses designed to diversify your coaching skill set and complement the GSMBC certification levels.
GSMBC Community Webinars — attend FREE webinars on coaching, riding, and all things mountain biking!
GSMBC Coaches Community Forum — network with passionate coaches, ask questions, share ideas, and evolve together
Exclusive access to GSMBC Syndicate Ride Days — come ride, progress and connect with training from our top GSMBC Mentors!
$49/yr
TRAIN MEMBERSHIP
CERTIFIED COACH MEMBERSHIP
WHO’S THIS FOR?
Mountain bike coaches who want to elevate their skills and keep progressing with affordable, flexible education
Coaches returning to teaching who want to refresh their skills with the latest best practices
Professionals eager to maintain their certification while accessing premium resources and expert-led training
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Everything in the START Tier, plus…
Exclusive GSMBC Member Pro-Deal Program — unlock discounts on top MTB brands
Access to the FULL and latest version of the GSMBC Reference Guide — your go-to resource for cutting-edge coaching methods, teaching tips, and riding techniques
FREE Intermediate Coach Refresh Certification with our popular Intermediate Coach Online Workshop — sharpen your skills for coaching beginner to intermediate riders
1x FREE webinar ticket ($39 value) — attend any upcoming Masterclass webinar of your choice
Masterclass Webinar Access - purchase additional webinars delivered monthly by GSMBC’s top industry leaders!
Access to GSMBC’s industry-first Remote 1-to-1 Mentorship Training Programs.
$169/yr
EVOLVE MEMBERSHIP
PREMIUM CERTIFIED COACH MEMBERSHIP
WHO’S THIS FOR?
Professional and full-time mountain bike coaches ready to invest in advanced, ongoing education
Coaches preparing for higher-level certifications who want to combine webinars and online courses for a tailored education experience
Committed educators ready to build a world-class coaching program and level up their career
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Everything in the TRAIN Tier, PLUS even more exclusive benefits:
Unlimited Access to ALL Monthly Masterclass Webinars — 12 powerful sessions each year designed to level up your skills. (Each webinar is normally $39 — that’s over $200 in savings automatically included in your membership!)
25% Off 1x GSMBC Online Education Course. Be among the first to dive into our brand-new programs at a special member-only rate.
5% Off 1-to-1 Mentorship Training Packages — because personalized coaching should be more accessible when you’re serious about growth.
EVOLVE Member-Exclusive Discount on GSMBC Merchandise available in our online store (under the ‘DISCOVER’ section of our website!)
ACCESS IS AVAILABLE TO ANY CERTIFIED COACH
CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION BELOW
GSMBC
CERTIFIED COACH
CERTIFIED COACH
BUT HAVE NOT TAKEN
A GSMBC COURSE?
A Thinkific Account is required to access the GSMBC Memberships.
If you have already taken a GSMBC Course, you will have a ThinkIFic account and can therefore access the memberships directly, below.
HAVEN’T TAKEN A COURSE WITH US YET? CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION & APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP TODAY!
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY TAKEN AN IN-PERSON GSMBC COURSE
SIGN UP
START
$0
FREE COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP
OPEN TO ALL RIDERS, CURIOUS, AND CERTIFIED COACHES!
Available Now!
TRAIN
$49/yr
STANDARD MEMBERSHIP
GSMBC CERTIFIED coaches will enjoy a more streamlined sign up process
Available Now!
EVOLVE
$169/yr
PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP
GSMBC CERTIFIED coaches will enjoy a more streamlined sign up process
Available Now!
IF YOU hAVE NOT TAKEN AN IN-PERSON GSMBC COURSE
SIGN UP
START Membership is easy and free for everyone - regardless of your certification - click the link below to register!
For the TRAIN & EVOLVE memberships only you’ll need to submit proof of an approved coaching certification before joining.
Why? We believe great coaching begins with real-world education—assessment and mentorship from senior coaches on the trails and in actual lesson scenarios. These foundational skills and knowledge enable GSMBC to maintain and evolve industry standards for online coach education, ensuring a coaches are ready to benefit from the education resources available within the memberships
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAIN & EVOLVE MEMBERSHIP ACCESS
Certification must be specific to teaching skills to recreational riders on beginner–intermediate terrain.
Include at least 1 day of on-bike training: examples include the GSMBC Apprentice Coach Course or PMBIA Ride Guide Module
Be issued within the last 5 years by a recognized instructor or coach certification: common examples include national governing bodies of cycling or mountain biking in your home country, or professional certification providers such as PMBIA, BICP or NZOIA.
START
$0
FREE COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP
OPEN TO ALL RIDERS, CURIOUS, AND CERTIFIED COACHES!
No proof of certification required.
TRAIN
$49/yr
STANDARD MEMBERSHIP
Proof of certification required.
EVOLVE
$169/yr
PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP
Proof of certification required.
MEMBERSHIP FAQ
MEMBERSHIP FAQ
Have questions about GSMBC membership?
You’re in the right place! This FAQ covers everything from eligibility and joining, to membership tiers, renewal, accessing webinars, online courses, mentor training, and Pro Deals. Find clear answers and helpful tips to make the most of your GSMBC membership experience.
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY & UPGRADE
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Certified coaches can join directly here: Membership for GSMBC Certified Coaches
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Yes you can! Everyone is welcome to join at the START membership level. As a certified MTB coach or instructor you can also join at the TRAIN or EVOLVE membership tiers if you if you meet the following certification requirements:
Certification must cover teaching skills to recreational riders on beginner–intermediate terrain.
Include at least 1 day of on-bike training (e.g., GSMBC Apprentice Coach Course or PMBIA Ride Guide Module).
Issued within the last 5 years by a recognized coach or instructor certification body (examples include national cycling or mountain biking governing bodies, PMBIA, BICP, or NZOIA).More details here: Non-certified Membership Requirements
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To upgrade, you'll need to purchase the EVOLVE membership tier. Before you check out, email us at info@gsmbc.pro to get your upgrade coupon code — this ensures you only pay the price difference, not the full amount.
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Memberships are yearly subscriptions and will automatically renew until cancelled. To cancel, go to your account settings once you’re logged in.
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You can sign in via the Memberships dropdown on our website, or use this link: GSMBC Education Hub Login
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL
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Members on any tier (START, TRAIN, or EVOLVE) can access the free monthly community webinars through your membership dashboard in Thinkific.
Simply look for the ‘COMMUNITY Webinars | LINKS & Recordings’ tile in your dashboard and follow the directions.
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Masterclasses are available to certified coaches with TRAIN or EVOLVE memberships.
EVOLVE members: You automatically have access to all masterclass webinars vis the ‘MASTERCLASS Webinars | LINKS & Recordings’ located in your Thinkific dashboard.
TRAIN members: Open the “MASTERCLASS Webinars | Purchase Links” tile on your Thinkific dashboard and follow the directions to purchase your chosen webinar. .
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Add the course or webinar to your cart, then enter your coupon code on the checkout page before payment.
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Community and Masterclass webinars for the next 12 months are listed here: Webinar Schedule or in your dashboard under the webinar tiles.
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Yes!
Community webinars: recordings are posted shortly after the session.
Masterclass webinars: recordings are available in your membership area if registered (TRAIN members) or automatically for EVOLVE members.
We encourage attending live whenever possible for Q&A and interaction opportunities.
WEBINARS
ONLINE EDUCATION COURSEs
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Courses can be purchased through the “Online Coach Education (OCE) Course Access Hub” tile in your dashboard. Once your purchase is complete, the selected course or bundle will automatically appear in your dashboard, where you can access and complete it at your own pace.
ONE-TO-ONE REMOTE COACHING
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This program will be launching soon. It will be accessible through both the website and your membership dashboard. Stay tuned for updates!
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Pro Deals are available for TRAIN and EVOLVE members only.
Once logged into Thinkific, click on the ‘TRAIN/EVOLVE Membership Benefits’ course in your dashboard to see what’s included.
All Pro Deal details, including partner offers and ordering instructions, are provided within the course for easy access.
PRO-DEALS
CERTIFICATES
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Certificates awarded from in-person courses are EMAILED directly to you after the course. If you ever need another copy, just reach out at info@gsmbc.pro and we’re happy to resend them.
Certificates from online courses will be available in the ‘My Account’ section in your GSMBC Thinkific membership profile.
Still Need Help?
If you have any questions about your membership, access, or courses, contact us at info@gsmbc.pro. We’re always happy to help!
Remember — if you have a question, others likely do too! Your feedback helps us improve our FAQs and make the membership experience easier for everyone.