RMCC is committed to The Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) coaching philosophy which a framework designed to support athletes' development throughout their sporting journey. It is rooted in principles of human growth and development, focusing on ensuring that athletes receive age-appropriate training and competition opportunities. This philosophy emphasizes the importance of creating positive, inclusive, and supportive environments that foster lifelong participation in sport while also nurturing high-performance potential for those aiming for elite levels. All of our coaches and instructors are either NCCP or PMBIA certified, are committed to Safe Sport and have undergone vulnerable sector checks.
Head Coaching Team
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Josh Herreman- Youth MTB
For the past 20 years, I've been passionate about all things on two wheels. My journey began in motocross racing, and over the last decade, I've transitioned to XC and Enduro mountain biking. Recently, I've made a career shift into MTB coaching and program development, where I can share my love for the sport.
I'm a PMBIA Level 1 instructor, currently working towards my HopON certification, and I'm committed to expanding my skills through ongoing professional development and spending as much time on the trails as possible.
NCCP Certified
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Kevin Eaton- AMP
Kevin has been an avid mountain biker for over 20 years. Growing up in Nova Scotia he competed in cross-country and downhill racing as well as being involved in event organization and mountain bike officiating. Cycling and snowboarding drew him to the Bow Valley in 1997. Since then he has coached a number of youth mountain bike programs in Banff and has been coaching for RMCC for 6 years. In addition to his mountain bike coaching experience, Kevin has 20 years experience coaching / instructing full-time in the ski & snowboard industry, including certifying some of Canada’s top snowboard instructors.
Inspired by RMCC youth riders, he rekindled a passion for racing in 2014 and raced the Kootenay Rockies Enduro Series finishing 3rd overall in the masters category and 2nd overall in 2015.
“I love sharing the passion of riding bikes with riders of all ages and abilities.”NCCP Certified
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Jamie Lamb- XC
Jamie started cross-country racing in 1998, and was hooked immediately, competing at the Canada Games for Nova Scotia, and following the Canada Cup circuit as a junior.
Jamie has received multiple NCCP certifications, has received Red Cross’ First Responder first aid training, and has volunteer coaching experience with the Nova Scotia Provincial Team and the Cyclesmith Junior Race Team, as well as having engaged in private coaching for multiple years. Jamie coached with RMCC in 2023, and enjoyed the complimentary balance of assisting older racers fine tune their advanced skills, while also helping newer and less confident riders form a foundation of skills and stoke that will have them enjoying the trails for years to come.Jamie lives in Calgary with his partner, Zuzana, and their two daughters, who both participate in the Club’s Youth Revolution program. Jamie currently focuses on enduro racing though he still puts on a skinsuit once or twice a year.
Certifications
PMBIA 1
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James Kendal- Road + CX
James developed a love for cycling at a young age after leaving competitive swimming and started his racing journey in the Edmonton area when he was just thirteen. Cycling was freedom to explore endless roads in and around Edmonton but learning how to race and find a pathway to racing was cryptic at the time. James’s coaching philosophy is is rooted in helping athletes reach their full potential and guide them on the pathway towards excellence and passion for a lifelong love of sport.
Since joining RMCC in 2010, James has been an active club member and dedicated a number of years to various leadership positions such as President and Treasurer. Additionally, he serves as a cyclocross race organizer. James’ contributions extend beyond our local community and served on the Alberta Bicycle Association (ABA) board of directors from 2015 to 2023 and now works as an Executive Director for the ABA. James is pursuing his NCCP Comp Dev Certification.
NCCP Certified
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