Beginner Session

About this event

Gates open at 9AM, be there early for the best rental bike selection. No rental bikes after 9:30AM. Session starts at 9:30AM with a brief talk by the session supervisor and all participants must be present for the talk.

You must Register and have signed the Annual Online Waiver to attend. Learn to Ride the Track!

Description: The purpose of the Saturday AM beginner session is for beginners to learn the basics of track riding in a fun, safe, structured session. The session is run by a supervisor. The session is not a training session or a racing session. A minimal amount of fitness is necessary to complete some of the drills. It is expected that beginners will "graduate" after a few sessions to an Intermediate Sessions, or racing.

New riders, those with limited track time, come out Saturday morning and learn about riding on the track, skills necessary and how much fun it is.

Limited to 20 riders.

Rentals track bikes available (bring Helmet and your pedals if you have bike shoes).

Rain, wet track, or unhealthy air quality cancels. Refunds will be issued if cancelled.

Who: beginner & intermediate riders (all riders must follow structured session - no individual workouts)

What: instruction on safety, fixed gear riding, track riding etiquette, velodrome drills and training, and lots of practice.

Bring: helmet, cycling shoes, pedals, warm cycling clothing, a snack, water, allen wrenches, sunscreen. If you have a track bike bring that also.

Cost: $15.50 Adults NCVA annual pass not applicable - $5 for a bike rental if needed $10.50 for 19-25 yrs (includes rental bicycle) $0 Juniors (racing age 9 through 18) accompanied by Parent/Guardian (unless approved by Supervisor) - free, includes rental bicycle (please note that some 9 year-olds may be too small for even our smallest rental bikes)

Parking $6 per car.

Required: County of Santa Clara Parks & Recreation Waiver, COVID Waiver, & NCVA Waiver. Must be filed online annually. No paper waivers! https://hellyervelodrome.com/rider-info/waivers