The purpose of these camps is to help prepare and develop athletes for success at national level competition with the objective of progressing into Team Canada projects and programs. Training sessions and projects are led and supported by expert coaches and sport science practitioners in the fields of nutrition, strength and conditioning, and mental performance. Club and athlete personal coaches may also be invited to attend these sessions.
Program Staff:
- Britney Hovencamp, Provincial BMX Coach
- Josh Samells, Support Coach
- Sport Science Practitioners as required
Program Details:
- 8 Sessions at Pan Am BMX Track
- Strength and Conditioning programming
- Nutrition Support
- Video analysis
2026 Program Dates
- Friday June 5 (5-7:30pm) and Saturday June 6 (8-10:30am)
- Monday July 6 (5-7:30pm) and Tuesday July 7 (8-10:30am)
- Friday July 31 (5-7:30pm) and Saturday August 1 (8-10:30am)
- Friday August 14 (5-7:30pm) and Saturday August 15 (8-10:30am)
Program Cost: Approximately $300
Application and Selection Process
All athletes must complete an online application here to express their interest in being part of the 2026 BMX Advancement Camps. Please note: the first session will be open to selected applicants, subsequent participation will be invite-only.
Athlete Requirements:
a) UCI licensed in Ontario
b) Previous race experience at Canada Cups/Canada BMX Championships
c) Demonstrated commitment to progressing in the sport of BMX
i) Training under the direction of a coach
ii) Following a structured training plan
i) Training under the direction of a coach
ii) Following a structured training plan
d) Demonstrated ability to perform the following:
i) Jump Pan Am second amateur straight
ii) Jump SX 8m start hill
ii) Manual rhythm section
i) Jump Pan Am second amateur straight
ii) Jump SX 8m start hill
ii) Manual rhythm section
e) Must be committed to racing at Nationals in 2026
Additional Notes:
- Athletes must demonstrate commitment to full-time training alongside a detailed YTP (yearly training plan) with a NCCP Certified Coach
- Consideration towards Gender Equity
- Some exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Application Deadline May 25th
APPLICATION
APPLICATION
Athlete Notification – Athletes will be notified by May 28th
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
