JETS Beginner/Development is a program for new and developing cyclists. This session is for cyclists who want to learn about track and road cycling, in a fun and relaxed environment at Blackburn Cycling Club. This is all done under the guidance and support of nationally qualified coaches.

The AusCycling 4 week all discipline FREE trial membership is a great option for people who are looking to get into riding and racing. Experience the thrill of participating in all disciplines recreationally or competitively. Disciplines include Road, Track, BMX, MTB, CX and Freestyle.

Child must have registered at this website prior to training session commencing – https://auscycling.org.au/membership/other/free-trial

Each session will run from 6.00pm – 8.00pm. The club will supply the track bike if required, as we have many to choose from, in all different sizes. Arrive at 6pm to be set up on a club bike, then training will begin at 6.30pm.

The cycling program is aimed at beginners, specifically developed for young people and is a fun and interactive learning experience that teaches kids/juniors to race and ride safely.
Laugh your way through time trials, flying 200’s and team pursuits on the track with other like-mined juniors. Along the way, your ride mentors and coaches will step you through the basic skills, tactics and events of track racing, empowering you with the confidence and knowledge you need to know about track racing.

Participants are expected to:
•Have a Australian standards helmet (By law you are required to wear a helmet at all times on a bike, the helmet must have the Australian Standard sticker AS/NZS 2063 intact or you will not be able to wear that helmet).
•Be able to confidently ride a bike
Clothes: Cycling shorts or pants, no loose clothing or thongs, a top with sleeves and runners or bike shoes. Bring a jacket and track pants in case the weather is cool.
Pedals or Cleats welcome.

Riders are welcome to join the program on any Thursday or Saturday at Blackburn Velodrome, or Monday night at DISC, as the program will run continuously other than stated above. All riders will be given an opportunity to complete the program and receive their competency certificate.

Once the Let’s Race 4 week Program is completed, junior riders advance into the clubs JETS Development Program where they have an opportunity to learn, develop and enhance their race cycle skills. Inexperienced junior members (i.e. Novices) who have not yet advanced to the Wednesday evening training session are welcome to attend the Thursday evening session and participate in Novice Program to further enhance their skills. Riders will be assessed week by week to ensure they have an opportunity to continue on the junior development pathway. Once the 4 week free trial ends, you can then purchase an Auscycle licence and become an official Blackburn Cycling Club member. Each training session cost $5 per person/or $120 for the Term.

You will need to pre-book your tickets via TeamApp, and once tickets are sold, session is full.

COVID Plan Considerations:
• avoid gatherings at registration, gates, checkpoints
• maintain >1.5m physical distancing
• bring your own bottle and don’t share equipment
• follow the directions of the coaches and club officials

COVID-19 Declaration
You currently have no “flu like” symptoms. You are fit and well to enter the cycling event.
You will follow all new safety guidelines and directions of the club while attending the event, and you will not share any equipment.

Thank you and please stay safe.

Location

300 Burwood Hwy, Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia