a lot of the same Canadian gals coach for both camps.

Here's what I think is interesting. Canada has not one but two systems for certifying mountain bike coaches, somewhat similar to the system in place for ski instructing (PSIA) There is no similar system in the US

Here are the links:
Canadian Mountain Bike Instructor Certificatio
Canadian Nationat (mtb) Coaching Certification

As I understand it, there is nothing parallel in the states for mtb coaching.

irulan