Northern Virginia (NOVA) BMX News
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Rider Spotlight: Shelly Zimmerman (March 2019)
March 2019 ~ Rider of the Month ~ Shelly Zimmerman As Thanksgiving approaches, you might expect to hear a relative say, “See you at Grandma’s.” But BMX racer Timmy Zimmerman is more likely to say, “See you at Grands, Ma.” That’s because his mother, Shelly Zimmerman, is a nationally ranked competitor in her own right. In her first full year of BMX racing, Shelly blazed a trail all the way to NAG 8 of the 56+ Women’s Cruiser Class. We at NOVA B...
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Race Report: Tough Mudder (By Chris Zealand | Saturday, November 23, 2019)
Our race results are always posted on our website under Results. However, occasionally, a rider might write a personal race summary and post it to their own social media. In this case, Chris Zealand (46-50 intermediate) did just that, reflecting on our local single from Saturday, November 23, 2019. He has graciously permitted NOVA BMX to reproduce it on our website. We hope you enjoy it! Race Report: Tough Mudder By Chris Zealand I don’t write race reports much these days, bu...
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Expert Clinic (Sat, Nov 9) and Beginner and Advanced Clinics (Sun, Nov 10)
Back by popular demand, join former BMX pro and USA BMX certified Coach Carley Young for clinics on Saturday, November 9 (experts only) and Sunday, November 10 (beginner and advanced skills). Small group coaching, capped at 24 riders per clinic, will work on gate starts, pumping, manualing, jumping, turns, riding aggressive, and more! *Riders must have their own bike and helmet, and have a current USA BMX membership.* Saturday, November 9: 4-hours of expert-level skill clinic....
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Halloween Double Point Race - Sat, Oct 26
Two tracks - two races - double the Halloween fun! Similar to years past, NOVA BMX and Winchester BMX are both hosting races on Saturday, October 26: start at NOVA and move over to Winchester for the evening! You can do just one of the races, but why not do both?! *You must race both races with the same team sheet to be eligible for the $1,000 Team Challenge prize money - details below.* NOVA BMX: Double District Points: $25/rider | $10/balance bike Registration: 10:3...
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Clinics (Oct 13) and "School's Out" BMX Day Camp (Oct 14)
New to BMX? Or maybe you've been around a little while, but looking to take your riding to the next level? Join former BMX pro and USA BMX certified Coach, Carley Young, on Sunday, October 13: 10 AM - noon: 2-hour beginner skills clinic 1 - 4 PM: 3-hour advanced skills clinic Also, have you considered what the kids will do on Monday, October 14 when schools are closed? How about using that time to continue building their bike skills! Coach Carley will also be with us on Monda...
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Friday evening racing, Sunday gate practice: Sept 20 and 22
Due to all the Wednesday night rainouts we've had this month, USABMX approved a special make-up race for us THIS FRIDAY night, September 20. So... in addition to our normal Wednesday night racing on September 18, we also have racing on Friday! Registration and Practice: 5:30 - 6:30 PM | $10/rider | $3 balance bike Also, by many special requests... with the Gold Cup finals around the corner, we are holding a few hours of gate practice THIS Sunday, September 22. Get in your laps! $5...
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August 27, 2019 - Last "Tots Tuesday" of the 2019 season
It's hard to believe it, but the unofficial end to summer is upon us: Labor Day! Kids are going back to school, days are steadily getting a little shorter. We want to make sure folks are aware that our last Tots Tuesday of the 2019 season is next week, August 27. We've had an absolute blast with our 10 & under newbie riders at Tots Tuesday, and have received great feedback from parents of participants. We will definitely bring this idea back for the 2020 season... hopefully wit...
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Virginia State Championship Qualifier Race - July 13, 2019
NOVA BMX is hosting the 3rd of 5 Virginia State Championship Qualifier Races. Please join us on Sat, July 13 for our double point race, and the evening before for a bonus local single. Fri, July 12 - Local Single Registration Start: 5:30 PM Registration End: 6:30 PM Race Time: ASAP Fee: $10 per rider | $3 balance bike Sat, July 13 - Virginia State Championship Qualifier Double Registration Start: 10:00 AM Registration End: 12:00 PM Race Time: ASAP Fee: $25 per rider | $10 balanc...
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Olympic Day 2019 - June 26, 2019 - FREE racing!
The goal of Olympic Day is to promote the Olympic values and participation in sports across the globe, regardless of age, gender, or athletic ability. So bring a friend (bring more than one friend) to try one of the best sports out there! On Olympic Day *everyone* races for free! No membership required! Riders will need long pants, long sleeves, closed-toe shoes, a bike and a helmet. Almost any bike will do, and we have some loaner bikes and full-face helmets available on a first-come, ...
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Race For Life on June 15th
The Race For Life on June 15th is almost here! Bring a friend for a free one day membership and support a good cause! Sign ups from 10:30am-12:00pm. Race ASAP
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