I’m thinking on giving BMX a try, coincidentally I happen to have the Brixton BMX Club not far away, they have intro sessions for newbies, has anyone attended them?

Is the club still in business? I emailed them a few days ago and didn’t get a reply.

I believe this is a consequence of my midlife crisis, am I too old to start with BMX?

One is never too old for BMX.

http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/mnpr-%e2%80%93-28th-november-%e2%80%93-bmx-night

They have an active Facebook page so imagine they are still going. Some great folks down there.Also, some of the best talent the country has to offer has come out of Peckham BMX just down the road. They are now at Burgess Park I believe. If you haven’t seen One Way Up it’s worth a look to see what they are about. Never too old for BMX. Look at the age classes at The Grands just gone. 50+ is stacked.

I’ll try to make it next weekend then, hope I’m not the only adult noob!

Hopefully you’ll be pleasantly surprised. In my experience BMX clubs are welcoming, family friendly and have people from all ages and abilities.

I believe Brixton Beach is staying put even tho Brixton Cycles has had to move + the track in Brockwell Park is still in place AFAIK.
I would give Brixton Cycles a call – they’ll know what’s going on with the club

Are you sure they’re now in Burgess Park? Their website states Brockwell Park.

Burgess Park is where Peckham BMX are located now. If you have no joy with Brixton.

There was still a track in Brockwell Park in the summer, looks like you’re spoilt for choice round there.
Let us know how you get on, I’ve been tempted to have a go for ages but never got round to it.

@phunkmaster Sorry I misunderstood your post. Thanks for the info.

@mark88 Sure, I’ll keep this thread updated.

Go straight to Peckham.
You’ll be lucky to hear back from anyone at Brixton BMX club, that said they will make feel welcome at the training sessions. The track was due for a full refurb but I’m not sure how far it got.
There’s a buzzing BMX race scene with tracks at Hayes, Weybridge, Gravesend, Mitcham and the list goes on.

@bigad40 Thanks for the info, Mitcham is even closer, I’ll try to contact them and do an into session next WE.

If you’re still interested in Brixton I was passing today when they were clearing up. 11am meet at the track on both Saturday and Sunday. Beginners/non members welcome.

Hi Simon, thanks for the update.
I got an answer from Merton BMX club, they only do saturday sessions.
I don’t think I can make it this WE but will make if for sure the following (17/18), just in case any other STW newbie want’s to join me.

Hi Spaniard, do you have a BMX or can you borrow one at mitcham?

BMX Rocks!

Mark, I dont have one, they have some to rent, same goes for full face helmets.

Had my first session at Merton with Felipe today. I had a great time, will be back next saturday!
Now I only need to start looking for a used bmx 🙂

Are you looking for a used race bike? How tall are you? I have one for sale…

I’m 1.84m, 6’03” I guess. can you send me more details? Email in profile.

i rode at Brockwell Park this summer. Nice little track, though it does need fixing up.

What are the contact details for Merton? I wouldnt mind joining at a beginner level

Their webpage is outdated, search for merton saints bmx in FB as they post everything there.

You only need to show up at 10:45 to get sorted, the session starts at 11. They can lend you bike, helmet and even pads. Only requirement is legs and arms fully covered.

I’ll be there this saturday too.

Brockwell’s track is going to be redone entirely in january, it should take a month or so.