WELCOME TO THE HAMILTON BMX CLUB

Looking to try something new? BMX is one of the most accessible and exciting sports out there. It’s fun, fast, and perfect for building strength, balance, and coordination, all while being part of a vibrant and friendly community.

If you’ve never ridden before, don’t worry! We make it easy to give BMX a go. All you need to bring is:

• A BMX bike in good working condition
• A full-face helmet
• Long pants, a long-sleeved top, and gloves

No gear? No problem! On our club nights, we offer full-face helmets and bikes for hire, so you can try BMX before making any purchases. Plus, we offer your first three club nights for FREE, giving you a chance to experience the sport with no commitment.

WHERE

Minogue Park, Moore Street, Forest Lake, Hamilton

The track is open to the public when no events are scheduled, so feel free to visit and enjoy it at your convenience. Please be considerate while using the track by riding in dry conditions, taking your rubbish with you, and being mindful of other riders. Have fun and stay safe!

WHEN

Club Racing Night – Wednesdays

Club racing nights run throughout the summer season, from August through May. Practice starts at 5:00 PM, with racing beginning at 6:00 PM. Please ensure you register at the club before racing. The best option is to check in and register via the Hamilton BMX Facebook chat before 4:00 PM.

The first three nights are free, giving you the chance to try it out before deciding to join. After that, it’s $5 per club night, or you can purchase our Hamilton Club Concession for $25 (with a maximum charge of $75 per family). This concession is valid from January through May 2025, allowing riders to compete at every Hamilton BMX club night. (Note: Club nights are closed during the winter months.)

Please be aware that club nights are weather-dependent. For any cancellations, check our Hamilton BMX Facebook page, where updates are typically posted by 4:30 PM.

EQUIPMENT

What do you need to ride?

Riders need to wear:

• Long trousers
• Long-sleeve shirt
• Shoes
• Gloves
• Helmet – Full face helmet is required if riding from the start ramp.  A normal bike helmet can be used if only riding half the track to gain confidence (riders on balance bikes or newly on pedal bikes).

You can bring your own bike, but please remove bells, stands or foot-pegs. This is for the safety of our riders.

BMX bikes and full face helmets are available at the club for hire at $2 per item. Gloves are also available, these are free to borrow.   Hiring items is based on first-come, first-served basis and generally for newer members trying out BMX for the first few times.

CONTACT US

Any further questions, please contact hamiltonbmx@xtra.co.nz​​​​​​​