ISLAND LICENCE (new for 2026 licences onwards replaces regional licence)

• Riders 8+ yrs old (UCI8) holders of an Island licence may participate in Category 8 (NQM), 9 & 10 (Club & Interclub) meetings, held within their licenced Island (North or South).
• This licence is to introduce riders to more racing at a cost effective fee.
• CANNOT participate in BMXNZ Major Events or Regional Champs
• CANNOT obtain any NQM points when participating in a category 8 National Qualifying Meeting (NQM).
• NQMs raced under an Island Licence will not be retrospectively credited for points if a Challenge Licence is obtained later.
• An Island licence can be upgraded to a Challenge or Championship licence by submitting the online request & paying the appropriate fee in the current licence year.

UCI AGE EXPLAINER - Regardless of the birth date during the year.  The age a rider turns in any particular year between Jan 1st to Dec 31st will be the age group the rider will ride in for that year

Where can I ride BMX?

There are 32 clubs around New Zealand that are open to new membership. The range from Whangarei in the North to Invercargill in the South. These clubs often run ' PLAY BIKE days/sessions' (have a go) so your entire family can come & give BMX a go. 

BMX is for pedal & balance (strider) bikes, all ages & skill levels. 

Anyone keen to give BMX a go should visit a local club, find one that is close to you, so that travelling to the Club is easy and you can use the benefits of membership. In addition to the PLAY BIKE sessions/days available, ALL BMX Clubs run regular club nights which also accommodate new riders/families to come along anytime.​​​​​​​

As a beginner, talk to your local Club and ask what is needed and how to get started. Your local club will be the key place for all BMX information.