What is BMX?
Bicycle Motorcross (BMX) is currently the fastest growing youth sport is North America AND is the lastest addition to the Olympics.
The sport of BMX was created by kids, for kids. Back in the early 70's, a group of young riders were pretending to be their favorite motorcycle racing heros by racing around a vacant dirt lot, twisting their imaginary throttle while they pedaled thier bicycles, thus BMX was born.
That desire and vision has evolved into a full blown sport in which riders compete on established dirt tracks elevating themselves to "hero" status. A typical race around a race track will last about 50 seconds. Pitting a rider against up to 7 other riders all going for the gold. Races are organized according to age group and skill levels. So everyone gets the opportunity to compete on a fair level.
BMX offers every rider the ability to participate at his or her own pace. NO ONE SITS ON THE BENCH! There are no coaches deciding who gets to play, everyone get into the action.
Low Cost Family Entertainment
For many families, BMX racing becomes a weekly ritual. Spectators are always FREE and everyone is welcome to come and cheer on the racer (or racers) in the family or other friends. It is also quite common to see mom, dad, brother and sister ALL racing within their classes.
Why BMX?
Self Esteem - Builds confidence and teaches kids about setting and reaching goals.
Physical Fitness - Developing strong minds and bodies.
Discipline - Helps kids to focus energy in a positive direction.