TCA Mentor Programme

At The Cyclists’ Alliance, we envision a future where women’s professional cycling is diverse, empowered and inspiring, and every elite rider can maximise her potential at every step of her professional journey.

The mission of TCA Mentor Programme (TCAMP) is to unlock rider potential by providing access to the knowledge, skills, and opportunities required for personal and professional success.

What is TCAMP?

TCAMP is a structured, year-long programme that supports TCA rider members throughout their professional journey. It pairs riders seeking guidance with experienced mentors who share their knowledge, pass it on to the next generation, and develop their own mentoring skills.

Applications for TCAMP open once a year at the end of summer, with the programme beginning in January. Participants can take on the role of either mentor or mentee.

Who can apply to be a mentee?

WHO CAN APPLY TO BE A MENTEE? (Eligibility)

To be eligible as a mentee, you must:

Be a current TCA rider member.
Demonstrate proficiency in English.
Commit to attending workshops, meeting with your mentor, and engage with the programme.

You can apply to be mentored at any stage of your career. We provide the following categories to help you determine what stage you are at:

Pre-Career: Preparing to enter professional women’s cycling or in the early stages of your career.
Mid-Career: Actively competing and seeking guidance to grow your career.
End-Career: Approaching retirement or transitioning out of professional cycling.

WHY BECOME A MENTEE? (Benefits)

As a mentee, you will:

Receive focused support to help you grow professionally and personally.
Have a dedicated mentor to guide your development throughout the year.
Exclusive access to a wider pool of experts and experienced athletes to help answer questions and share valuable insights
Seven group workshops which will be tailored to your personal and professional development needs

TIME COMMITMENT

The programme runs from January to November, beginning with the Opening Workshop and concluding at the end of November.
Mentees are expected to:

Attend and actively engage in all seven workshops throughout the year.
Meet with your mentor monthly (11 sessions in total).
Stay engaged and give timely responses to programme communications throughout the year.
Support TCAMP and TCA by helping promote the programme.

COST

Annual fee: €98 (this is 18 live sessions).
We offer partial or full fee waivers if you can demonstrate that this fee would inhibit you from applying.

HOW TO APPLY

Review the eligibility criteria above to ensure that you can meet all requirements.
2. Complete the TCAMP Mentee Application Form https://forms.gle/QUc7zQPgJTxSycrB6

Who can apply to be a mentor?

WHO CAN APPLY TO BE A MENTOR? (Eligibility)

Mentor applicants must:

Be a woman who is or has been a professional cyclist or has cycled competitively.

Have a good understanding of women’s professional cycling (as a rider, retired rider, or in another relevant role).

Be passionate about supporting the professional and personal development of our members eager to share experience, support others, and grow as a mentor.

WHY BECOME A MENTOR? (Benefits)

As a mentor, you will:

Receive top-tier mentor training that meets international standards.
Join TCA’s global network of mentors.
Get ongoing support from Programme Managers to grow in your mentoring role.
Take part in regular group mentor supervision sessions.

TIME COMMITMENT

The programme runs from January to November, beginning with the Opening Workshop and concluding at the end of November.

Mentors are expected to:

Attend Mentor Training (two evening sessions in Nov/Dec this year – dates TBC).
Attend group mentor supervision sessions (5-8 hours per year).
Attend the opening workshop in January and closing workshop in October.
Meet with your mentee monthly (11 sessions in total).

WHAT IS THE COST?

Participation as a mentor is free of charge.

HOW TO APPLY?

1. Review the eligibility criteria above to ensure that you can meet all requirements.
2. Complete the TCAMP Mentor Application Form
https://forms.gle/vYdgnqgDDLC4shk96

What do athletes gain from participating in TCA mentor programme?

Workshops and presentations on key topics that foster both professional and personal growth as an elite female cyclist.

A dedicated mentor to guide and maximise development throughout the year.

Access to an expanded network of experts and more experienced athletes.

2026 TCAMP application deadline

All applications must be submitted by 13 October, 2025 midnight Central European Time. Applications received after the deadline will not be evaluated.

TCAMP Mentee Application
TCAMP Mentor Application

Please do not hesitate to contact TCAMP Programme Lead, Roos Hoogeboom if you have any questions: roos.hoogeboom@cyclistsalliance.org

Each program will cover a syllabus of key personal and professional development topics, including:

1. Identity and personal development

2. Building a personal brand and selling yourself

3. Goal setting and life management

4. Networking and building connections

5. Communication and feedback skills

6. Resilience and growth mindset

TCAMP Application

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