Can my child race on the big starting hills (8 m / SX hills and pro straights)?

Under the 2026 BMX racing regulations, only riders aged 16+ are permitted to race on 8 m/SX hills or pro straights, regardless of the type or class of event. Advanced rider sections (pro straights) must be ridden only by participants in Male championship (Elite, U23, Junior Elite) and Superclass riders.

Riders entering Superclass at an AusCycling sanctioned event where an 8 m/SX hill or pro straight is available must show a competency certification before racing begins. Junior Superclass always rides the same straights as the Challenge categories.