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Training
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All riders must be certified
to ride the velodrome. Certification is granted by the Director of
the Velodrome. A First Ride is available to those who may
later be interested in taking an Introduction Class or an
Accelerated Class to become certified. You can also schedule a
Ride by Appointment to ride the velodrome.
The types of riding available
at the velodrome fall into the following categories. For details
about the classes or training below, click on the program. For
dates and times, please see the Calendar.
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Requirements |
Fee |
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First Ride |
Must be able to ride a bike, no other experience required. |
$20 |
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Introduction Class* |
Helmet, riding uniform, cycling shoes, gloves. Pedals
preferred. |
$225 |
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Accelerated Class |
Prior Track or extensive road, mtb, bmx or cx experience. |
$65 |
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Ride by Appointment
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Contact for details |
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Open Training |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
$20 ea. $160/10 |
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Roger's Sessions |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
$20 ea. $160/10 |
| Clubs Program |
See
Clubs Program page for details about reserving exclusive
track time |
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Elite Training |
Pro, Category 1,2, and approved riders |
$20 ea. $160/10 |
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Racing School |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
$20 ea. $160/10 |
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Training Races |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
$20
(see flyer) |
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Sprint Practice |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
$20 ea. $160/10 |
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Races |
Class graduate, certified or USAC track Category 2 or
higher. |
See race program |
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"Unlimited Use" annual training cards are available for $480
($320 for volunteers). The cards are valid for one year
from date of purchase and let you ride for an unlimited number
of sessions for the year. Riders with unlimited use cards
must still meet the other requirements for sessions they ride
in. |
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All riders must have a
current valid USA Cycling license. Licenses may be purchased online at
www.usacycling.org.
* Intro Class Discount -
Those riders requiring equipment for the 6 sessions will only be charged
a one-time fee to rent equipment.
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Rental Fees
| Shoes |
$5 / session |
| Helmet |
$5 / session |
| Bike Lockers (holds 6-9 bikes) |
$100 / 2 weeks, $300 / 3 months, $800 / year |
| Bikes |
$15 / session
(not available during race sessions) |
| Velodrome |
$720 / 2 hour session |
Home Depot Center Velodrome Club
| Everyone signing the annual Home Depot Center release will
automatically become members of the Home Depot Center Velodrome club. Members have
neither expressed nor assumed rights nor privileges related to the club
and the facility. However, members [all track users] are responsible for
checking in before any ride on the track. Members are also responsible
for following all of the facility's rules and policies. |
Safety Recommendations
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The Home Depot Center
Velodrome takes safety as its primary concern. Helmets and
bikes must adhere to USA Cycling standards. We recommend tightened,
well-adjusted components and properly secured tires.
Most Classes Are Taught by Certified Expert US
Cycling Coaches |
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