Programmes

Avantidrome Junior Programme

Thanks to the generous support of the Grassroots Trust the Avantidrome Junior programme offers young riders a pathway of continual development. From first timers on our have-a-go sessions all the way up to advanced junior level, there will be a session that suits everyone.

The programme is designed to allow riders to progress when they have acquired the skills and fitness to ride competently and safely with riders of a similar ability.

These sessions are run by qualified, experienced Avantidrome Coaches and are suitable for kids aged from 9 years (provided they meet the minimum height requirements of 135cm) up to 18 years of age.

Our Youth Programme Coach, Colin Dixon will be able to advise on which programme level individual riders should be attending. Contact Colin on 07 823 1421 or via email colin.dixon@avantidrome.nz for more information on which programme is most suitable for your needs and we’ll get you booked in!

Progamme details are outlined below. Session times can vary so be sure to check our Track Schedule for programme session times.

To secure your place on a programme please book and pay for the whole term. *Please Note: Sessions are non refundable if you do not attend.

 

Junior have-a-go

These are fun introduction sessions to encourage juniors to come and try out the Avantidrome track. All you will need to wear is shorts, tee shirt (no singlets) and covered shoes and you will be coached by an Avantidrome Instructor.  We will provide the bike and a helmet (although you are welcome to bring your own helmet if you prefer).

On completion of each of these sessions we will sit down with the groups to let them know what their options are if they wish to continue.

When: Check the Track Schedule for upcoming sessions. Book online, or call reception on 0800 VELODROME and we’ll do it for you.

 

Learn to Ride Programme (second half of the term only)

What: Where all our Juniors will start their track cycling journey. This will be a term-long programme where riders will be coached towards becoming competent to ride the track.

When: Saturday’s 9am-10am

Runs in Term 1 from Saturday 20th of March 2021 until Saturday 10th  of April 2021 (4 sessions)

Cost: $50 for the 4 sessions (this includes bike hire for this programme)

Note: 

  1. Maximum 15 riders
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Ensure riders are wearing tops that cover their shoulders, singlets are not permitted
  4. For non-accredited kids only

 

Learn to Race Programme (Level 1)

What: The first step after completing the Learn to Ride Programme. These sessions cover skills and race tactics while also working on overall fitness.

When: Tuesday’s 4-5pm

Runs in Term 1 from Tuesday 9th February 2021 until Tuesday 13th April 2021 (9 sessions)

Note: No session on Tuesday 9th March

Cost: $100 for the term (this includes bike hire for this programme)

Note: 

  1. Maximum 16 riders
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Accredited kids only unless by arrangement with the Programme Coach

 

Junior Development (Level 2)

For riders who are ready to compete at Junior, Centre and Schools events.

Here they will continue to develop race tactics, race awareness, bunch racing skills and bike handling skills. There is also more emphasis on fitness and speed in preparation for competition.

Riders will also be tested to build up a file of their “best times” over varying distances. This will help show their development across the programme.

When: Tuesday’s 5-6pm

Runs in term 1 from Tuesday 9th February 2021 until Tuesday 13th April 2021 (9 sessions)

Note: No session on Tuesday 9th March

Cost:

Excluding bike hire – $100 per term

Including bike hire – $145 per term

Note: 

  1. Maximum 18 riders
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Accredited kids only
Junior Advanced (Level 3)

For competitive, skilled riders, ready to compete at National level events.

This programme is for riders who are ready to compete at National level events. These sessions will develop rider’s skills and race awareness to enable them to be confident in a high-speed race environment. They will learn to pace correctly and there will be discussion and analysis of various technical aspects of their racing.

There will be more time spent learning to start correctly out of the gates, tactical thinking for sprint and bunch races, how to utilise the track effectively and how to work your way through a tight bunch.

Again, riders will be tested to confirm their “best times” over varying distances to measure their personal improvements.

This will be run as a term long programme, so you will need to book in for the whole term. Sorry, roll up and ride will not be allowed.

When: Monday’s 5-6pm

Runs in term 1 from Monday 15th February 2021 until Monday 12th April 2021 (9 sessions)

Cost:

Excluding bike hire –  $100 per term

Including bike hire – $145 per term

Note: 

  1. Maximum 20 riders
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Accredited kids only
U17 Squad

What: A group for riders who are working towards being competitive at U17 level, who are thinking about applying for the Waikato Performance Hub this year, who are competing at the Age Group National Track Champs, or who just have a desire to learn more. We will be delving into Team Pursuit, Madison, Team Sprint, start technique, pacing, and much more from a team of coaches and Elite riders.

When: Friday’s 4-5:30pm

Runs in term 1 on the following dates only:

  • 5th February
  • 12th February
  • 19th February
  • 26th February
  • 5th March

Cost: $85 for the term

Note:

  1. Maximum 24 riders per session
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Accredited kids only
  4. You should be either 15 or 16 in this calendar year (2021)
  5. This programme will include time off the track working on development themes
  6. You will need your own track bike to be a part of this group – hire bikes are not available
  7. You will need clip-on aero bars for some sessions (unless you are a sprinter)
  8. Riders who turn 15 before March 31st, 2021 will be considered (at the discretion of the Head Coach)
  9. It is recommended that riders also join the gym programme that sits alongside this track programme.

 

U15 Squad

What: A group for riders who are working towards being competitive at U15 level and who have a desire to learn more. We will be delving into Team Pursuit, Madison, Team Sprint, start technique, pacing, and much more from a team of coaches and Elite riders.

When: Sunday’s 3:30-5:30pm

Runs in term 1 for 5 weeks on the following dates

  • 7th February
  • 14th February
  • 21st February
  • 28th February
  • 7th March

Cost: $85 for the term

Note:

  1. Maximum 16 riders per session
  2. You must enrol for the whole block. Sorry, roll up and ride not allowed
  3. Accredited kids only
  4. You should be either 13 or 14 in this calendar year (2021)
  5. This programme will include time off the track working on development themes
  6. You will need your own track bike to be a part of this group – hire bikes are not available
  7. Riders who turn 13 before March 31st, 2021 will be considered (at the discretion of the Head Coach)

 

Additional Sessions

Junior Assessment:

By appointment.  Riders who presently ride other tracks but are not accredited at the Avantidrome can get assessed and signed off to ride/race. We can also recommend which of our sessions may suit them if they wish to ride regularly here.

To book an assessment please contact reception on  0800 VELODROME or reception@avantidrome.nz

 

Our Junior Programme has been enabled thanks to the support of