THE EDMONTON BMX ASSOCIATION
IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT OPERATES STRICTLY ON CLUB MEMBERSHIPS, DONATIONS, AND GRANTS
Founded in 1995, we are one of the largest BMX clubs in Alberta and possibly in Canada with members ranging in age from 5 to 55, with 90% under 16 years of age. Edmonton BMX is dedicated to the promotion and practice of health and fitness, while providing opportunities for families and our youth. We also openly practice and promote self-confidence, true sportsmanship and respect in order to instill a healthy value system in all of our members and visitors.
ABOUT BMX RACING
BMX is an excellent individual and family orientated sport. Races are organized into classes by girls and boys, then subdivided into age groups and skill levels.
There are three skill levels in racing Novice, Intermediate and Expert. All riders start as Novices and must work up to the more advanced levels by winning races. The age groups start from the 5 years old to 55+
Cruiser class (24" wheel) for boys and girls. Requires a Cruiser class bike. The age groups for the Cruiser class are 9 & under to 51 & older. All Cruiser riders compete at the same skill level.
Strider Racers - 5yr and under, they need a balance bike, long sleeve pants and shirt plus approved bike helmet.
Practice Schedule
Check calendar & Social media for updates
MONDAY
Alternate Monday Race Night 5:30 or Open track 6pm_
TUESDAY
*Club practice*
Novice Practice – 5:30-6:30pm - Intermediate / Expert Practice – 6:30-8:00 pm
WEDNESDAY
RACE NIGHT - EDMONTON TRACK
5:30PM Warm up - 6:45PM STRIDER RACES - 7:00PM RACE STARTS
THURSDAY
Open track or TEAM PRACTICE* 6:30-8 PM - CHECK CALENDAR FOR SCHEDULE
When no team practice we will have Open Track
*TEAM Practice Dates TBD*
NEW Rider Info
Try Out the Track Before Committing
If you're thinking of trying BMX, why not give it a test run first? With our 1 Day Trial Pass, you can come in and check out the track before making a commitment. Simply check-in at our track office to sign the waiver. The best times to try out the track are on Open track days or during practice time before race night.
There are a few things you NEED:
Wear a long sleeve shirt
Full length pants, but NOT denim
Full faced helmet
Full fingered gloves
If your bike has pegs and/or reflectors, they must be removed.
Don’t have a bike to use? - we have some at the track you can borrow for the night. We have some extra jerseys and race pants and gloves you can borrow (sizing maybe limited)
**If you need equipment, It is a first come first serve basis - We are limited to the sizes and number of items we have.
STRIDER RACING
Our Striders are the future BMX stars! Strider Balance Bikes are lightweight, durable, and designed for riders ages 18 months to 6-years-old. Strider racing gives the opportunity to explore the world on two wheels and participate in friendly, competitive riding.
Every race night, we host Strider racing. It's free, and the racers earn a little treat after.
Come to the bike shed between 6-6:40 pm and sign a waiver.
Races start at 6:45 pm, right after the BMX practice is over.
Striders will be divided into groups based on age.
They will get to race 3-4 races on the half track.
What to wear: We encourage the kids to wear a long-sleeved shirt and pants, and runners (in case they fall, it helps prevent road rash) and they must have a helmet (regular bike helmet or full-faced). We also encourage bike gloves, but not mandatory.
If you don't have a Strider bike, we have a few the racers can borrow.
RACE NIGHT TIPS
Register by 5 pm ONLINE. Get to know Sqorz.com - You Must Check your riders info when you get to the track.
Is their name spelled right, are they in the right class, and right plate number - If ANY ERROR - please let the Moto shed know immediately (or the racer's points won’t count)
Check Sqorz when "motos are posted" and write down all 3 motos your rider is in.
TIP: Bring along masking tape and a marker. Write down the Motos that your child is in, as well as the gate, and stick it to their bike.
Racing will start around 7:00 pm
Striders will race while motos are being created. Please sign the Strider waiver at the bike shed. (they meet at the finish line at 6:45 pm)
If you have any questions, please email us at nfo@edmontonbmx.com