BMX Pro for a Week 2017
Dates & Locations
**We have expanded our programming and on several camp weeks our camp is offered at several locations**

June 19-June 23, 2017 at South Bay YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 421-8805

June 26-June 30, 2017 at Mission Valley / Toby Wells YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 298-3576

June 26-June 30, 2017 at Ecke Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (760) 942-9622

July 3 – July 7, 2017 at Rancho Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (858) 484-8788

July 10 – July 14, 2017 at Mission Valley / Toby Wells YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 298-3576

July 10 – July 14, 2017 at La Jolla YMCA
Register by Calling: (858) 453-8805

July 17-July 21, 2017 at Peninsula YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 226-8888

July 17-July 21, 2017 at Copley Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 280-9622

July 24-July 28, 2017 at East County Family YMCAs
Register by Calling: (619) 449-9622

July 24-July 28, 2017 at Cameron Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 449-9622

July 24-July 28, 2017 at Davis Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 464-1323

July 24-July 28, 2017 at McGrath Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 462-9622

July 24-July 28, 2017 at Mission Valley/Toby Wells YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 298-3576

July 31-August 4, 2017 at Ecke Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (760) 942-9622

August 7-August 11, 2017 at Mission Valley / Toby Wells YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 298-3576

August 7-August 11, 2017 at Rancho Family YMCA
Register by Calling: (858) 484-8788

August 14-18, 2017 at Scripps Ranch Swim & Racquet Club
Register by Calling: (858) 271-6222 Ext. #104

August 21-August25, 2017 at Mission Valley/Toby Wells YMCA
Register by Calling: (619) 298-3576

New BMX Pro For A Week YMCA Summer Camp Edit by Justin Kosman.

In celebration of our second year of, “BMX Pro for a Week”, summer camp through a cooperative adventure with the YMCA of San Diego County – we had a new edit done to show you first-hand a day in the life of our campers. We cover bike and street safety, the importance of wearing protective gear, why leading a healthful lifestyle is important both on and off the track and the fundamentals of BMX Racing. Our ultimate goal is to introduce the sport of BMX racing to more kids and to excite those already interested in getting more involved. We’ve been grateful for the support of our sponsors and also for the support of USABMX. Check it out.

Check out our recent edit from our, “BMX Pro for a Week” summer camp program in cooperation with the YMCA of San Diego County with the Chase/DHR Team.

Thanks to Barona Resort & Casino for their continued and increased support allowing for an expansion of our Ride to End Obesity Program into San Diego Unified School District through an after school partnership with the YMCA of San Diego.  2015 is looking very positive and we remain excited to grow every facet of our team.

This past week we ran another week of our BMX Pro for a Week Summer Camp in cooperation with the YMCA. Many of our kids haven’t ever ridden on a real BMX track and few have had a lot of bike time. It was cool to start at Level 1 (with bike safety, protective gear, basic riding skills) and move progressively into more technical skills. By the end of the week, our kids were ready to jump on the gate and race one another. It was great to see.

It occurred to our team that we are amongst the new generation of riders – just not fortunate enough to have access to either bikes or tracks. This camp was a great bridge for kids wanting to be connected to the BMX industry. We’re happy to do our part to get more kids exposed and more involved in the sport.

At the week’s end, our rider, Jesse, earned himself a new bike and gear for paying attention and giving each day his all. What a great experience it was for our entire team to partner with the Y. We look forward to seeing these guys/gals again at our Winter Session camps (dates to be announced soon).

Photo credit: fatbmx.com.

This past week we held our season opener of “BMX Pro for a Week”, our summer camp experience offered through a partnership with both the Toby Wells & Mission Valley YMCA facilities. Our goal has been to reach out to kids not currently in the BMX circle to get them excited about the sport of BMX. While, some of our campers have been to BMX tracks before – most have not and enjoy learning what BMX Racing is all about.

By the week’s end, these kids are able to make full laps at both stops: Kearny Moto Park and Chula Vista BMX (at the Olympic Training Center). Several of our campers were actually participants in our Ride to End Obesity Program. In fact, Victoria was one of these kids We taught her how to ride a bike just 8 weeks ago and she actually rode the track. It’s exciting to be able to give back and make a difference in the lives of kids that otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford to participate.

Victoria left campFriday with a new bike, jersey and helmet – thanks to our sponsors! This is what BMX is all about. These kids are excited to continue with the sport and try their hand at racing. A big shout out to ChaseBMX, StayStrong, Walmart, BaronaCasino, VeeTireco, GoliathFinancial, ANSR, Shimano, WearsRobJames, ODIGrips, KICKER, StealthHubs, KMCChain, & GForm for making this possible.

Photo credit: Corinne Walder.