BMX: starts, pumping, lines
Ready when: Front wheel lift and obstacles (i4) done and a BMX track with a coach.
What the coach teaches
Gate starts, pumping the rollers, the best line through each bend, passing, low fast jumps that keep speed, manuals; body position, where to look, braking and race tactics.
At home, safe only
The ready position on a flat driveway; flat pedals.
Ask the club
Helmet, glove and pad rules; the emergency plan; riders per coach.
What you can see from the side
The rider looks through the corner.
Self-check what the coach confirms
The coach marks 5 starts in a row with the eyes on the first corner.
Stop and get a coach when
Any fall onto the head, neck or collarbone.
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