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All riders
must be certified to ride the velodrome. Certification is
granted by the Director of the Velodrome.
To sign up for a class,
click
here.
There are a number of options
for riders to get certified. For all classes and sessions,
see the
Training page for fee information,
and the Calendar for
scheduling information. For each class you can also click
on the title link for a more detailed description.
Introductory Class
The Intro Class
is a four session class (once per week for four weeks) for
anyone who can ride a bike. New intro classes start
every month or two (see
Calendar),
and are typically from noon to 2pm on Sundays. The objective is
to instill in riders safe riding skills, etiquette, and
regulations. These will be enjoyable and engaging sessions
showing people how to have more fun on the track. Riders
should bring pedals, shoes, and helmets if they have them.
Rental pedals and helmets are also available. Riders who are
already certified are encouraged to attend this extended
practice as well, to refine their track skills, and learn (or
re-learn) tips and tricks that will improve their riding and
fun.
Accelerated Class
The Accelerated Class is an
orientation for experienced riders (extensive track, road, cx,
mtb, bmx experience). This class is a one
session class that helps experienced riders get used to the
nuances of the Home Depot Center Velodrome, adapting their
existing skills to this facility. Rules, safety, and etiquette
are stressed. This class is an orientation for experienced track
riders. The accelerated class is offered at 2 pm most
Saturdays. Rental bikes are available except on Saturdays
with racing (see the Calendar
or the Race Schedule). Riders can
get a head start on this class by reviewing the
accelerated class
summary prior to coming to the track.
Riders should bring
pedals, shoes, and helmets if they have them. Rental
pedals and helmets are also available.
Clubs Program
The Clubs
Program is a cost effective way for local cycling clubs to get
exclusive track time for their members to train and for members
inexperienced at the track to get certified to ride in public
training sessions. Depending on your club's needs,
instruction and/or rental bikes can be provided. There are
enough rental bikes available to fill the track, but riders can
double up on bikes if necessary-- new riders often will want to
take breaks that are long enough for another rider to spend some
quality time on the track with the same bike. Contact
Track Director Roger Young at
LAVelodrome@aol.com for
reservations and details on bikes and instruction.
Riders should
bring pedals, shoes, and helmets if they have them. Rental
pedals and helmets are also available.
Category 1 and 2 Track
Riders
Riders with a USA
Cycling Category 1 or 2 track license or Professional license
are not required to attend a certification class, but are
encouraged to review the
accelerated class
summary to learn the local rules and etiquette and address
equipment questions.
Sample Ride
The Sample Ride program is a one-time try at riding the velodrome for those
excited about the track and who simply have to try it once.
Riders will get some safety and skill instruction then get on
the track. It's recommended that you wear sports clothes.
Completing a sample ride does not certify a rider to ride any
other sessions at the velodrome. The sample ride program is
by appointment only.
All equipment is provided, but riders should bring pedals,
shoes, and helmets if they have them.
Contact Track Director Roger Young at
LAVelodrome@aol.com to
arrange an appointment.
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