The Burnaby Velodrome is opening its doors in May.
The Burnaby Velodrome Club will be holding an open house to bicycle riders of all abilities to enjoy a 90-minute taster session at the Barnet Highway bubble in the first week of May.
Guests will feel the excitement of riding on the curved racing track as they learn about the fitness and sporting benefits that this hidden gem in Burnaby offers.
"We'd like to reach out to new riders especially," said Mike Rothengatter, a popular coach at the club. "This is a great opportunity to see what track riding is all about." Last year's Open House welcomed many new riders, most of whom had never ridden on a track before. Many people find that the velodrome is a great place to get fit or cross train for other forms of sport.
"Our riders range from eight to 75 years of age. If you want to try a new type of racing, lose a few pounds, or just have a good time, there will be someoneelse with the same goal at the track," said Rachel Canning, a track coach and amateur road racer.
The Burnaby Velodrome Club Open House takes place on May 2-3. Pre-registration is required at www.burnabyvelodrome.ca for details and to register.
Rental bikes are provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own helmets and cycling gear. A list of what to bring will be provided to all registrants.
The racing season starts in the fall, so the summer is an excellent time to learn to ride.
The track is open every week for training, workouts, Learn-to-Ride classes, and Learn-to-Race sessions.
Memberships, gift cards, classes, and workout passes also can be purchased at the Open House sessions, or online at www.burnabyvelodrome.ca.
The Burnaby Velodrome Club operates one of only three indoor cycling facilities in Canada and the only one east of Ontario. The track is open year-round for training and racing, with introductory, intermediate, and advanced programs happening weekly.
Email [email protected] for more information.
