BMX (Bicycle Moto Cross) is one of the fastest growing sports in Australia. It is one of the only sports where total family participation can take place. Riders of all ages (from 2 to 50+) can compete in organised race meetings throughout Australia. The sport of BMX racing ranges from Club level right through to State, National and World Championship level for all ages. BMX is also an Elite Olympic Sport! Any rider has the chance to ride at National Championships and compete in World Championships.
FAMILY INVOLVEMENT
BMX is not only a sport for boys and Dads, girls and Mums can race and enjoy competition in their own age groups with other females. BMX is a family sport where great friendships can be made and the competition structure can give families the opportunity to visit many new places.
EQUIPMENT
Any 20 inch or 24 inch (cruiser) BMX bike will be fine. Remove any mudguards, chain guards, kick-stand, pegs and reflectors, for the safety of yourself and other riders. Ensure that there are no sharp edges on your handlebars (i.e. No torn grips with exposed metal) or pedals, etc. You need a rear hand brake that works. One of the Officials will check your bike for you and help with any minor adjustments.
WHAT TO WEAR?
RACE PANTS or jeans that are fitted at the ankle are acceptable to race in.
LONG SLEEVE TOP or Race Jersey that is fitted at the wrist.
Any tear resistant type of GLOVES that have complete hand and finger protection.
A full face HELMET that covers the ears. Some clubs have a spare that you can borrow.
You must wear fully enclosed SHOES to protect your feet.
Bikes, full face helmets and gloves can be borrowed from the club during coaching, gates and racing
AUSCYCLING MEMBERSHIP
Licence Cost: * Membership prices vary depending on age category and applicable club fees.
A AusCycling licence is required prior to taking part in any club run events. This licence covers Please see below for the current cost breakdown for each membership type.
Four Week Free Trial: Free Trial Memberships are available to anyone who has not held an AusCycling (AC) membership in the last 3 years. Excludes racing at State/National Level Events, State & National Championships & UCI events. Lifestyle: Social, leisure, commuting riding on any bike - From $105 annually* for an Adult Membership - NOT SUITABLE FOR RACING AND COACHING
Race Off-Road: Race BMX, MTB, CX & BMX Freestyle - From $150 annually* for an Adult Membership
Race All Discipline: Race any bike any discipline - From $250 annually* for an Adult Membership
Mini Wheeler - Riders aged 2 - 7 years racing on a balance bike ONLY.
Sprocket Rocket* - Riders aged 2-7 years racing on a pedal bike
Open Membership - Riders aged 8 years +
Please note age determinations are based on year of birth (age at 31/12/2020).
**On the January 1 of the calendar year that a sprocket rocket rider will be turning 8-years-old they will automatically be upgraded to an 'OPEN' membership at NO COST (i.e. Sam Smith is 7-years-old on Jan 1, 2020 and turns 8-years-old in December 2020. His licence is due for renewal on March 31, 2020. On January 1, 2020 Sam will be upgraded to an open licence for free until membership fees are due on March 31 of that year. At that point, Sam's parents will be able to renew the open licence.)**
Please follow the link to AusCycling website for further membership information or to register. - https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership
PARTICIPATION COSTS
Weekly gates and race meetings are hosted for all AusCycling licenced riders for a cost of $3 per rider for gates and $8 per rider for racing ($20 cap for families with 3 or more riders). Coaching costs vary depending on rider level and coach however we try to keep club coaching fees to a minimum at $8 - $10.
If you have any questions or would like to check out what BMX racing is all about, feel free to come down to Canberra BMX Club during one of our events and ask us about the sport and how you can get involved or send us an email at: mailto:canberrabmxclub@gmail.com with any questions you may have.