Frequently Asked Questions

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Not at all. Most of our riders started with zero racing experience. We’ll help your child learn the basics and get comfortable on the track at their own pace.

Kids can start as young as balance-bike age and ride all the way through their teen years. We group riders by age and skill level so everyone has a fair and fun experience.

Any bike with working brakes will get your child started. BMX bikes are great, but not required for beginners. If you’re unsure, just bring what you have—we’ll help you figure it out.

Eagle Country BMX offers loaner bikes and helmets so your kids can try BMX before you invest in gear.

A full face helmet is required. Long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety. As riders progress, many families choose to add gloves and other protective gear.

ECBMX offers loaner bikes and helmets so your kids can try BMX before you invest in gear.

To register for gate practice and races all riders need a current USA BMX Membership. 

• Full Annual Membership: Approximately $80 (1st family member).
• Balance Bike/Strider: Roughly $40/year for young children.
• Trial Membership: $40 (30 days, single-point races only).
• One-Day Membership: Free for new riders to try.

Learn more here: https://www.usabmx.com/membership

• Weekly Gate Practice Summer Membership: $40 per rider; $65 per family (Drop in: $7 each night)
• Weekly Local Race Night: $15  

It’s simple:

1. Show up during a practice or race night 
2. Check in at registration 
3. Get on the track and ride 

Our team will guide you through everything.

• Race Nights: Every Monday
  Registration & Warm-Up: 5:30–6:30 PM
  Racing Starts: 6:30 PM (Striders), with pedal bike motos immediately following
• Gate Practice: Every Wednesday
  Start: 5:30–the kids get tired or its dark! 6:30 PM

Check out the Track Schedule Page on this website for more info and social media for updates and weather changes.