BMX bandits

Keen to learn BMX tricks and tips from the best? Brisbane City Council are running a full day of free BMX skills workshops with special guests, Australian Olympian Natalya Diehm and BMX champions.

Natalya, from Central Queensland, was Australia's first and only female freestyle BMX Olympian when the discipline made its Games debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Game. Starting in the sport at the age of eight at her local skatepark on the ride home from school, she has gone on to win the 2019 Vans BMX Pro Cup and is the Australian National Freestyle BMX Champion for 2019, 2020 and 2021.

The day will include BMX workshops for 6-17 year olds, including a ‘girls only’ session, a ninja course, food vendors, jaw-dropping BMX demos, prize giveaways and FREE bike safety checks – there’s something for the whole family. Must bring a safe and suitable BMX bike, helmet, closed in footwear, water bottle and if possible knee pads, elbow pads and gloves. Thanks to RampFest and TRACTION, a limited number of BMX bikes will be available for loan. Sessions are suitable for ALL ability levels from beginners to experienced riders.

Presented as part of Brisbane City Council’s Cycling Brisbane program.

Date: Saturday 17 December Time: 9:00am – 3:30pm Location: Murarrie Recreation Ground, 1238 Wynnum Road, Murarrie

Cost: Free

Bookings essential

www.cyclingbrisbane.com.au