Bike Racing for Kids & Teens
Your cycling journey can begin anywhere you want it to. If your child is 18 years old or younger the steps below will help get your child started with USA Cycling.
Buy a membership
Learn the basics
Find a race
Join a club
Train for success
NICA
Do you have experience racing with NICA or other interscholastic racing organizations? Competing at a USA Cycling sanctioned event is an easy addition to your racing repertoire and sets you up for success as you move into collegiate or adult racing. You’ll earn ranking and upgrade points starting with your first race, and you’ll have access to the same development programs that jumpstarted the success of many world and Olympic medalists.
BMX
Did you know that many national and world champions in cyclocross, mountain bike, and road disciplines got their start with BMX? While the equipment may be different, the bike handling skills gained on a BMX bike make transitioning to other cycling disciplines a breeze, even if it’s been 10+ years since you’ve been on the track.