BMX

• Bike and helmet hire is included 
• Gloves must be worn and are available to hire 
• Arms and legs must be fully covered 
• Confident riders may get the chance to complete the experience by executing laps of the track
• You must arrive and report to Lee Valley VeloPark reception at least 30 minutes before your session is due to start. Late arrivals will not be able to ride and will not receive a refund
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled

• Gloves must be worn and are available to hire 
• Bike and helmet hire is included with this session
• Arms and legs must be fully covered 
• BMX Taster session must be passed before riders can attend Skills sessions and Pay and Ride sessions
• You must arrive and report to Lee Valley VeloPark reception at least 30 minutes before your session is due to start. Late arrivals will not be able to ride and will not receive a refund
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled

• Gloves must be worn and are available to hire
• Arms and legs must be fully covered
• Only purpose built BMX bikes may be ridden on the BMX track
• Full face helmets must be worn
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled. 

• You must be able to confidently ride a bike 
• Arms and legs must be fully covered 
• Bike, helmet and glove hire is included with this session 
• You need to be in the equipment room dressed to ride 15 minutes before start time
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled

• You must have passed a BMX Taster session to take part in BMX Skills sessions.
• Equipment is not included in the session 
• Bike and helmet hire is available 
• Gloves must be worn and are available to hire
• Arms and legs must be fully covered
• You must arrive and report to Lee Valley VeloPark reception at least 30 minutes before your session is due to start. Late arrivals will not be able to ride and will not receive a refund
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled

• Gloves must be worn and are available to hire 
• Arms and legs must be covered (with no skin showing) 
• Riders must wear a full face helmet riding
• Bike and helmet hire is available
• All participants must come with a signed parental / guardian consent form otherwise they'll not be allowed to participate
• You must arrive and report to Lee Valley VeloPark reception at least 30 minutes before your session is due to start. Late arrivals will not be able to ride and will not receive a refund
• During the winter months sessions maybe delayed or cancelled depending on weather / track conditions. Cancellation of the session could be on the day. Customers will be contacted by venue if sessions are cancelled

How do I get to ride the BMX track?

• BMX is a fun and exhilarating sport enjoyed by millions across the globe and if you've not tried it before, now's your chance! You don't need to have ridden a BMX before but as long as you can ride a bike without stabilisers, are aged 7 or over and a minimum height 127cm / 4ft 2in you can join one of our taster sessions.
• Skills sessions are also available to help you develop your skills in various areas.

What should I wear?

• For BMX you must wear a full face cycling helmet and full finger gloves. Legs, upper body and arms must be covered at all times. Flat soled trainers must be worn.
• We recommend the following:
  • Body armour, knee and elbow pads, cycling glasses.
  • Two layers of clothing on your upper body (preferably fairly close fitting)

​Can I cycle when pregnant?

• Cycling while pregnant is only permitted on the outside road circuit for health and safety reasons. Cycling carries inherent risks, you should be aware of and accept these risks and are fully responsible for your involvement in this cycling discipline. You must always ride within your own limits and after consultation with your health care professional.

• For coached sessions you must arrive at least 30 minutes before your session is due to start.
• Riders must be capable of riding without stabilisers to use the BMX track.
• Minimum height 127cm / 4ft 2in.
• Children aged 11 and under must be accompanied and supervised at all times by a parent / guardian.
• Children aged 12 and over do not require parent / guardian supervision however it is strongly recommended.
• Children under 18 participating in any sessions e.g. General Taster Sessions, Youth Taster Sessions, skills sessions, pay and ride must bring a signed Parental/Guardian Consent Form with them to be able to participate in their session.
• Should the child be participating in a ‘coached’ session the parent/guardian should remain in the area indicated by the coach during the safety briefing and/or follow meeting instructions given.
• Riders participating in a BMX taster session are required to wear BMX gloves. Bike and helmet hire is included in taster sessions.
• Equipment hire: Taster sessions include bike and helmet hire but not gloves, all other sessions do not include any equipment (unless otherwise specified) - you can hire equipment (bike/helmet) from the venue but you will require personal identification and proof of address (utility, bank or other statements must be less than three months old).
• Riders are required to wear helmets and safety equipment while cycling on any of the four circuits at Lee Valley VeloPark. Where this is not included in the session cost you may hire a helmet from the venue. The helmet must be worn correctly at all times when with a bike. If you wish to bring your own it must meet the current UK safety standard - BS EN 1078:1997.
• Cycling and other activities available at Lee Valley VeloPark carry inherent risks. You should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for your own actions and involvement. If you're unsure whether you are able to participate in any activity, or if you have any questions concerning our terms and conditions, your booking form or the safety and risk declaration, please ask a member of staff before you enter into a contract or agree to partake in cycling at Lee Valley VeloPark.
• Please take the time to read Lee Valley VeloPark terms and conditions