Applications are now open for BMX Performance Program – Targeted ages 15-U23
The goal of this program is to help prepare and develop athletes for success at national level competition with the objective of progressing into National projects and programs. Training sessions and projects are led and supported by expert coaches and sport science practitioners in the fields of nutrition, strength and conditioning, and mental performance. Club and athlete personal coaches may also be invited to attend these sessions.
Program Staff:
– Britney Hovencamp, Provincial BMX Coach
– Josh Samells, Performance Support Coach
– Kevin Iwasa-Madge, Sport Science Lead
Athlete Selection Criteria:
1) Top 5 result at 2023 Canadian BMX Championships*
2) Top 3 result at 2023 Canada Cup*
3) 2024 OHPSI Program Athletes
4) Ontario Cycling and Cycling Canada Recommendation
- With consideration towards performance results at Nationals/Canada Cups and other high level competitions
*Number of riders and depth at competition will be taken into consideration
Additional Program Details and Requirements
- Commitment to Full-time training alongside a detailed YTP (yearly training plan)
- Dedicated and NCCP Certified Coach
- Maximum 15 athletes
- Consideration towards Gender Equity
Program Fee:
$700 Total
This program fee includes:
Coaching and sport science support at training and competitions, pre-race training sessions at the Rockhill Project and Canadian Championships.
Applications:
Applications close Sunday Jan 14th, 2024
Please note – the BMX Rising Stars Program for athlete ages 12 to 14 is a different program application and will be announced separately.
Tentative Schedule:
| Date | Details | Location |
| February 2-3 | Performance Program Camp | JoyRide150 & CSIO Scarborough |
| March 15 – 17 | Train & Race US Carolina Nationals | Rockhill |
| March 22 | Training Session | JoyRide150 |
| April 12 | Training Session | JoyRide150 |
May & June | Performance Program DTE Friday mornings / May 17 start date is tentative | PanAm Track, Etobicoke |
| June 14-15 | Nationals Preparation Camp Team Ontario Selection | Pan Am Track, Etobicoke |
| July 6-7 | Canadian BMX Championships Team Ontario Prep Sessions | QC |
| July & August | Performance Program DTE Friday mornings | Pan Am Track, Etobicoke |
| TBD | BMX Provincial Championships | Stouffville |
For any further inquiries please reach out to amber.hutchinson@ontariocycling.org
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