BMX (Bicycle Motor Cross) has a strong following among kids, but there's fun to be had for all the family.

Sarah Walker's debut at the Beijing Olympics has inspired a new set of fans to take up the sport.

BMX racing is held on non-paved circuits of around 350 metres in length that include jumps, banked corners, and other obstacles. Races are short, and have the potential to be fast and actionpacked as you compete against other riders.

Despite its daredevil reputation, BMX is no more dangerous than most team sports - that is you'll rarely get more than a few bumps and scratches.

Search the event calendar or Find a BMX Club pages to find out more about the BMX activities near you!

BMX EVENTS

To find BMXNZ event information, visit the BikeNZ BMX Events page here, and use the left hand menu to find the right event.

BMX NZ

BMX NZ is the national organisation for BMX in New Zealand. The mission statement of BMX NZ is:

"To foster, control and develop the sport of BMX in New Zealand"BMX NZ work with the regional bodies and clubs to develop the sport of BMX throughout New Zealand, with the aims of:

• Increasing participation in BMX throughout New Zealand
• Increasing the quality of BMX coaching, officiating, administration and event delivery
• Developing BMX riders who are competitive at the highest level

BMX NZ has entered a strategic alliance with BikeNZ (service organisation) to enhance their capability to achieve the above aims.

BMX Handbook

BMX NZ's rules and regulations, governing races in NZ, can be downloaded here:

Updated BMX New Zealand Handbook  (4 July 2007)

BMX New Zealand Rule Book  (2003 - 2004)

BMX NZ released the Handbook in 2007. The information contained in the new July 2007 Handbook updates and replaces the similar information published in the 2003-2004 Rules and Procedures Handbook. However, the 2003-2004 book should be continue to be referred to with respect to racing rules and procedures.

BMX Council

The BMX NZ Council are elected at the Annual General Meeting to govern and direct the sport.  Contact details are included below:

Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Programme (Junior BMX)

Kiwi Sprocket Rocket is a skills based biking programme which target is children aged 7 years and under but relevent for beginners of any age.    This programme has been developed based on a modified version of BMX and teaches children fundamental biking skills that specifically cater to children’s size and skill level.

Sprocket Rocket was originally developed by BMX NSW in 1994 as a competition based programme and later expanded as a very successful skill development programme by Bicycle Motocross Australia.

In 2004 BMX New Zealand further adapted the programme and it was successfully introduced nationally in 2005. 

More specifically the program aims at providing:-

• Fundamental biking skills
• Safe and Fun learning environment 
• 24 progressive sessions
• Qualified coaches at every session
• Promotion of participation and skill development rather than a win-at-all costs culture
• Skills required to go on to compete in competitive biking

The programme concentrates on four specific fundamental skills areas including pedalling, balance, braking and corning.  These skills are fundamental for all biking activities regardless of the participants age.

The Kiwi Sprocket Rocket programme consists of 24 progressive sessions that teach skills through a series of fun drills and skills that children just love.

Each child registered receives a Kiwi Sprocket Participation and Skill Log Book, an interactive resource to record their personal progress.  All children receive a cool Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Number Plate which can be displayed proudly on their bikes.

When your child registers they will receive The Kiwi Sprocket Rocket kit which includes the following:-

- Jersey Patch (to be sewn to rider’s jersey)
- Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Number Plate
- Kiwi Sprocket Rocket sticker
- Coaching Skills Award Logbook
- Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Guidebook
- Rule Book (if available)
- Welcome letter Benefits of Membership

Contact your local BMX club for deatils on Sprocket Rocket Programmes in your area.