Permitted Usage
Use of the BMX Track is permitted for:
- Member of the SCF National Youth Development, National Development or National Training Squad.
- Permitted to use during training sessions with the National BMX Coach or appointed coaches.
- Use outside of training sessions, unless prior arranged and agreed, must be through the public individual use booking system.
- Individuals or Groups who sign-up for a programme conducted by SCF or SCF Accredited Training Partners (ATP).
- Entry allowed through booking of a programme conducted on the BMX Track.
- Permitted entry on the days and times of the programme.
- All other requests to make use of the BMX Track outside of the programme days and times must be made through the SCF managed public individual use booking system.
Venue Capacity: 30 riders at any one time
Public Booking System
Reservation for a preferred time slot must be made through SCF's public individual use booking system. There are 2 types of individual use slots:
- Open slots – for anyone who has either completed the competency assessment or with prior BMX race experience. No age restrictions. Only those with a timeslot will be allowed in. Parents/guardians who wish to enter the track will need to book and purchase a slot.
- Young rider slots – for riders 12 and below only. Up to 2 accompanying parent/guardian (non-riders) will be allowed in to the track.
Bookings are in half day or full day time slots.
Specific time slots will be allocated for those under 12 years old, where accompanying parents will be allowed in the track.
Parents will not be allowed into the track in the open time slots. By booking an open timeslot, for dependents under 12 years old, parents/guardians acknowledge that their child/ward is self-sufficient, and able to use the track on their own.
All individual use bookings – 12 and below, and open bookings, do not include any provision of a Coach. Use of the track is unsupervised.
To ensure safety and rider competency, booking of individual slots (without a Coach), will only be allowed after the rider clears a competency assessment or shows proof of prior BMX racing experience (for e.g. have taken part in at least two BMX races overseas).
Riders who upload irrelevant results will not be allowed on the track and their booking voided, with no refund given.
For private coaching sessions, a programme booking has to be made, from SCF's approved list of coaches (this must not be an individual use track booking).
Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
The purchase of a UCI license (with personal accident and liability insurance) is mandatory for all users of the track. This is a one-time yearly additional cost for:
- Booking of any individual use slot
- Registration for all programmes at the track
- For participation for any event at the BMX Track and Pump Track
Only first-time riders of the track who sign up for a trial/introduction lesson, need not purchase the UCI license. There will be grace period of 2 weeks to try out before needing to purchase a UCI license.
For users under 6 years old, the UCI license is not applicable. Parents can contact Great Eastern (Jori Lim – 9180 5581 or Gwendolyn Tan – 9296 9124) to purchase a Personal Accident Plan for kids under 6 years old, at a preferential rate. Parents/guardians must acknowledge that a relevant insurance is in force for their child/ward.
Application for UCI Race Licence
through SCF's registration portal: Online Application www.scf-reg.com/purchase-uci
Conditions of Use
Attire (Mandatory)
- Full faced helmet (with a visor/peak) – must meet safety standards such as the DIN EN 1078, CE EN 1078, or ASTM DH standards. These standards ensure that helmets protect the head from high speeds and impacts. Enduro and open-face helmets (with removable lower jaw protection attachments) are not allowed.
- Long sleeved top and long pants (not baggy).
- Full fingered gloves.
- Covered shoes and socks.
Note: Riders aged 12 years & below (Cadet categories) or classified as Novice are NOT allowed to wear 'spd' Clipless pedals, meaning they must use Flat pedals; only more advanced riders (Intermediate or Expert) can use clipless pedals due to the increased risk of getting stuck and falling during a crash on the track.
Attire (Highly recommended)
- Elbow and knee guards
- Chest protector
- Neck brace
Bike
- Only BMX Racing bikes or Dirt jump bikes, are allowed on the track.
- BMX bikes: 20 inch or 24 inch (cruiser) wheels.
- 20 inch bicycles: the wheels shall not exceed 57 cm (22 ½ inches) in diameter with the tyres inflated.
- DirtJump (DJ) Hardtail bikes: 26 inch wheels. Only front suspension no longer than 100mm of travel.
- Frame materials: Carbon, Aluminium or chromoly steel.
- Tyres: slick or semi-slick tyres (knobby tyres are NOT allowed)
- Handlebars: Upright handlebars with crossbars.
- Saddle: Small, lightweight saddle.
- Brakes: Strong rear brakes (V brakes or Disc brakes).
- Drivetrain: Normally single speed, multiple gear systems are allowed, may be driven either by a chain or a belt of one-piece construction.
- Handlebar grips that cover the ends of the handlebars are mandatory.
- Chain guards, side stands, mudguards/fenders, reflectors, baskets, bells, water bottle cage, and any sharp protruding object must be removed from the bike.
BMX Track Programmes
- For all BMX Track Programmes, being able to cycle unassisted on 2 wheels confidently, in both a sitting and standing position, is a prerequisite.
- Participants who are unable to balance on 2-wheels and cycle may not be allowed to join the programmes. Refunds may not be given.
- SCF and her partners have the right to void a registration should participants not meet the prerequisite for the BMX Track programmes.
- All riders who do not comply to the proper attire, or with inappropriate bikes will not be allowed to use the track. No refund will be given.
- In case of inclement weather, no refund will be given.
- Any cancellation must be requested via email to bmxtrack@singaporecycling.org.sg at least 7 days before commencement of the programme or booking.
Code of Conduct
The Purpose of the Code of Conduct is to define the required behavior which SCF wishes to promote and encourage. All riders and users of the track are responsible to these requirements upon booking a programme or individual use slot at the BMX Track.
SCF wishes to operate in an environment that is smoke, alcohol & drug free; that is free from harassment where all participants show respect for others and their property; that is non-discriminatory. Members who display an unwillingness to meet the Code of Conduct will be subject to disciplinary action, suspension or membership exclusion from the sport's events, facility and gatherings.
You WILL:
- Practice good sportsmanship and conduct myself in a professional manner at all cycling and non-cycling events where I am representing as an individual, my club or our sport.
- Operate within the regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines of the club and sport both when on and off the bike.
- Wear appropriate safety gear, including a safety approved helmet, at all times and present my bicycle in a safe condition for BMX racing.
- Obey all traffic or riding regulations as enforced by local and national authorities while on individual or group training rides or as instructed by officials during sport events or gatherings.
- Respect the official's decisions. If I disagree with a decision, I will follow the necessary process to inform the appropriate person to represent my viewpoint.
- Display modesty in victory and graciousness in defeat.
- Participate for my own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents and coaches.
- Thank the coaches, officials and other volunteers who give their personal time to deliver the club/event.
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the club/event, regardless of their gender, ability or cultural background.
- Treat all people's property with respect and due consideration of its value to its owner.
- Comply with anti-doping policies under SCF/Sport SG's anti-doping policy.
WILL NOT:
- Partake in alcohol/smoke/drugs/vaping or act in a way that becomes a public nuisance, or creates a disturbance, while in the confines of the BMX facility or gathering during a BMX event.
- Verbally or physically abuse, use foul language or obscene gestures towards another rider, official or any other person involved in the club/event/sport. This includes any form of social or online media.
Competency Assessment
Bookings of the BMX track for individual use will ONLY be allowed after completion/fulfilment of either of the following:
- Competency assessment – conducted by an SCF staff, SCF appointed Coach or an SCF Accredited Training Partner (ATP).
- Submission of proof of participation in at least two (2) overseas BMX races.
Riders who upload irrelevant results will not be allowed on the track and their booking voided, with no refund given.
The Competency Assessment will include the following:
- Starting from the 5m start hill.
- Use of start gate.
- Ability to complete the track.
- Pedal positioning on the berm and through various sections of the track.
- Basic track etiquette – stopping locations, starting locations, waiting locations, awareness of other users when using the track.