Juniors, CX, Events

G2 Juniors Cyclocross Development 2023

Welcome to the G2 Junior Cyclocross Development Program. The goal of this initiative is to develop a program that enables young athletes to learn and grow in the sport of cycling.

When:
Wednesday nights from Aug 30 - Oct 4

Aug 30 - 6:30-8pm
Sept 6, 13, 20, 27 - 6 - 7:30pm
Oct 4 - 6 - 7:30pm

Where:
Camp Arrowhead
20 Arrowhead Rd, Pittsford, NY  14534

Why G2?:

It is GVCC’s next generation…GVCC’s 2-point-0… It is the future.
And in 2023 we were recognized as a Center of Excellence by USA Cycling for our work with this program.  Details here.  This year we have three former Junior clinic attendees representing the United States on our national team all over the world.  

Why Cyclocross?

Cyclocross is the perfect way to introduce young athletes to cycling. All events are held off the road, usually in a park setting, where parents can watch and young riders can be safe. The courses include various obstacles such as sand, barriers, hills that will be FUN challenges for young athletes. The regional cyclocross race season is almost every weekend from September to December. Race days have a festival atmosphere with competition from beginners to international pros! The GVCC Junior Cyclocross Program will give young athletes an opportunity to learn about the sport, develop bike handling skills, prepare to race in regional events, and most importantly have fun!

GVCC Junior Cyclocross Program Events

As a part of the GVCC Junior Development program, young athletes will take part in a weekly practices that focus on the various skills needed in the sport while having fun! Each week, riders will focus on different obstacles and gradually build throughout the series. The events will be scaled to accommodate both new and returning riders.

Coaching

The Junior development program will be led by Jeff Lubkowski and his team.   Jeff has been racing bikes for over 10 years and has worked with our Junior program for 5+.  

Racing

The regional cyclocross race season is almost every weekend from September to December. Race days have a festival atmosphere with competition from beginners to international pros!

Registration

There are two steps to register for the program.

Step 1: Sign up for the GVCC Junior Development Program on Bikereg:
http://www.bikereg.com/gvcc-jr-cx

Step 2: (If you plan to participate in regional races) Obtain a USA Cycling Junior license. Junior racers are required to have a license to race. For more information go to:

https://memberships.usacycling.org/products/junior

Questions?

Email: juniorcx@gvccracing.com with any questions about the program.

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About GVCC

The Genesee Valley Cycling Club is affiliated with the United States Cycling Federation and USA Cycling. We are dedicated to the promotion and development of road racing in Rochester, NY