Pre-Season Prep & Registration Youth cycling teams don’t just happen. Someone has to build the machine, get kids signed up, organize coaches, and make sure things are in place before a single pedal turns. That’s where the Team Director comes in. If you’re in this...
John Raisch February 10, 2025 Being a head coach is more than just running practices—it's about shaping young riders into skilled, confident, and passionate cyclists. Each session is carefully designed to build fundamental skills, endurance, and a love for the sport,...
The Dynamic Duo: How Our Head Coaches and Team Directors Keep Us Rolling When you think about what makes our teams thrive, it all comes down to teamwork—on and off the bike. Behind every smooth practice, well-organized race day, and engaged community of riders and...
January 7, 2025 by Tim Leithead Coach/Parent, NICA PA & Masters MTB Racer MTB Nationals is an amazing experience for kids and adults alike; the energy, the massive fields and the opportunity to race along with the pros is unique. We were lucky to have it in our...
As the biking season winds down, we at Independence Youth Cycling (IYC) remain committed to sharing the joy of cycling and building community connections. This December, we’re spotlighting some fantastic events hosted by local organizations and partners that align...
That's a Wrap on the 2024 Cyclocross Season! November 21, 2024 - Melissa Caruso, IYC CX Team Manager Tonight is the first night that it really feels like winter is coming. There is a rawness in the air. It would appear that fall has come to an abrupt halt making way...
Independence Youth Cycling (IYC) is proud to announce our participation in the 2024 NICA/PICL Fundraiser, and we’re reaching out to our incredible community to help us make this campaign a success! With your support, we aim to raise money to fund PICL programs,...
Connecting Communities Through Cycling Independence Youth Cycling is excited to be part of the 4th annual Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 1 PM to 5 PM. Held at The Big Field in Tacony Creek Park (East Olney Avenue between...
Greetings my friends, As we head into our ninth racing season, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for all the hard work and dedication that has built Independence Youth Cycling (IYC) into what it is today. It’s truly incredible to reflect on our humble...
This Saturday, August 17th, we’re excited to bring you the SoMont/Philly Wiss-produced Local Dirt race at our very own Twining Valley Park (TVP)! It’s going to be a thrilling day filled with speed, excitement, and some seriously fun mountain biking action! 🎉 Race Day...
Get ready to ride and sharpen your cyclocross skills at the upcoming IYC Cyclocross Training Camp! Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 18th, and join us from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Camden County College Trailhead parking lot, located at 1581 Peter Cheeseman Rd,...
Hello IYC Cyclocross Team Members, Coaches and Parents! Happy Monday. We hope you all were able to take advantage of the slightly cooler temps this weekend and get some riding in. You may have seen an event invite for the celebration at the Valley Preferred Cycling...
Hello IYC Cyclocross Team Members! This is our first weekly team communication. Our goal is to send out a weekly email on Mondays to recap the events of the prior week in our Weekly Rewind section, give some team shout outs and acknowledge accomplishments in Monday...
Registration for the 2024 IYC U23 Cyclocross Team p/b Guy's Racing Club is Open! Registration for 2024 is closed. 2025 season starts in March. Registration Details Open to all youth racers U23 and under from the greater Philadelphia area and beyond! IYC uses...
Greetings! I hope everyone is eagerly anticipating summer and the beginning of the PICL/NICA season. We have a lot in store, so mark your calendars and join us for the fun and work ahead. Family BBQ, Voler Fitting, and Trailer Party! Join us on Wednesday, June 19,...