The UCI BMX Racing World Cup is the highest level of international BMX Racing competition outside the World Championships and Olympic Games, providing New Zealand riders with the opportunity to race against the world's best athletes and gain valuable international experience. This page has been created as a practical guide for BMX New Zealand Championship riders considering participation in the World Cup series. It brings together key information on competition categories, event calendars, entry processes, licensing and insurance requirements, team support services, duty of care expectations, required documentation, and budgeting considerations to help riders and families plan a successful World Cup campaign. Whether you are preparing for your first overseas event or building towards World Championships and Olympic pathways, this resource is designed to support your journey.​​​​​​​

WORLD CUP CALENDAR

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​2026 UCI BMX Racing World Cups

​​​2027 UCI BMX Racing World Cups

  ​​​​​​​​​​2028 UCI BMX Racing World Cups

Note: The 2028 series finishes in April rather than October so that Olympic qualification is completed before the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. ​​​​​​​

INFORMATION

ENTRY PROCESS

The World Cup entry process is managed by Cycling NZ. Their process is outlined here.

Riders wishing to enter World Cup rounds must first complete the online application form here:

Cycling New Zealand needs the following before completing entries for World Cup entries. (If you don’t have the information when you completing the application form, the details can be emailed to eden.healey@cyclingnewzealand.nz.)

• UCI International licence details
• Copy of Passport
• Copy of your Travel Insurance and itinerary, and confirmation of Race Insurance •
• TUE for medication (if needed)
• Your contact details while at event:
  • Phone number and email address
  • Accommodation information (including full physical address)

Duty of Care provider*

• Their full name and relationship to you
• Phone number and email address
  

​​​​​​​*This is compulsory for ALL ATHLETES – who is responsible for you in a case of emergency while at the event? This must be someone at the event.

​​​​​​​If under 18 consent form to be signed by a parent or guardian

Entry fees and associated support costs will be billed to the riders by BMX NZ after entry confirmation by UCI.

Ride-Level Assessment

World Cup racing is the most challenging environment in BMX Racing, so CNZ/BMXNZ wishes to take steps to mitigate the risk of increased injury of NZL riders at any World Cup events moving forward. To do this, from January 1, 2024 and dependent on the tracks announced to host World Cup events in any year, CNZ and BMXNZ may require riders who wish to enter any World Cup event, that have not competed in a UCI World Cup or World Championship event in the last two years, to provide proof of ability.

Assessment details can be found here.

All riders who meet these criteria will be eligible to enter any UCI BMX World Cup events moving forward subject to the usual licensing and insurance requirements.

BMX NZ SUPPORT

​​​​​​​BMX New Zealand works alongside Cycling New Zealand to support New Zealand riders through the World Cup entry and event process. 

Where a BMX New Zealand Team Manager is appointed, the Team Manager provides operational support before and during the event. This includes:

• Guidance on World Cup eligibility, entry requirements, licensing, insurance, and documentation. 
• Coordination of rider entries through Cycling New Zealand and support with required event administration.
• Communication of event updates, technical guide information, deadlines, practice schedules, and race week requirements. 
• Booking of New Zealand team infrastructure, including team tents and shared operational resources where available. 
• Attendance at Team Manager meetings, rider confirmation, accreditation collection, and liaison with event organisers and UCI officials. 
• Distribution of rider packs, credentials, bibs, race information, draw updates, and official communications. 
• Operational support during official practice and race days, including assistance with team-area logistics and rider communications. 
• Coordination of approved support personnel and volunteers such as mechanics and team assistants when available. 
• Assistance with incident and injury management, including liaison with medical staff and communication with nominated Duty of Care contacts when required. 
• Facilitation of race and practice filming opportunities, and sharing footage where possible for rider review.

BMX NZ Rider support does not include coaching, athlete performance management, medical treatment, travel booking, accommodation booking, financial assistance, or parental/guardian responsibilities. ​​​​​​​

The Team Manager does not assume parental or guardianship responsibilities and does not replace the rider's nominated guardian or support person.

RIDER RESPONSIBILITIES

World Cup riders are responsible for planning, funding, and managing their own campaign. This requires riders to:

• Obtain and maintain the required BMX New Zealand and UCI licences.
• Arrange and fund all travel, accommodation, local transport, equipment, entry fees, insurance, and other campaign expenses. 
• Maintain a valid passport and meet all World Cup entry and documentation requirements. 
• Provide all required information for entry, including passport details, insurance documentation, accommodation details, emergency contacts, and Duty of Care information.
• For riders under 18, ensure parental consent and an approved guardian arrangement are in place while travelling. 
• Be physically and technically prepared for World Cup-level competition and, where required, demonstrate the necessary riding competency before entry approval. 
• Comply with all UCI regulations, anti-doping requirements, equipment standards, and event technical guide requirements. 
• Maintain valid race and travel insurance for the duration of travel and competition. 
• Understand and follow all applicable race rules and event procedures. 
• Ensure all licences, insurance policies, and other required documentation remain current throughout the campaign. 
• Recognise that participation is generally self-funded unless specifically advised otherwise by BMX New Zealand.
• Settle all valid BMX NZ invoices relating to event participation promptly - Entry fee, support contribution, tent hire, Duty of Care (if applicable)

Duty of Care
Responsibility for athlete welfare ultimately remains with the rider and their nominated Duty of Care provider.  Riders, particularly those under 18 years of age, must have clear welfare, supervision, emergency contact, and support arrangements in place throughout the trip. 

For riders who do not already have a suitable Duty of Care person travelling with them and BMX New Zealand may arrange one for the relevant World Cup event. The fee for this service is $300 per World Cup weekend.

WORLD CUPS - NZ TEAM MANAGER | EOI

BMX New Zealand is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to contribute to the future success of New Zealand riders on the UCI BMX Racing World Cup circuit by becoming part of a developing Team Manager programme.  

As participation in international competition continues to grow, BMX New Zealand aims to establish a small pool of capable and committed Team Managers who can provide consistent support to riders throughout the World Cup season. This initiative is focused on building organisational resilience, creating succession pathways, and ensuring riders have access to high-quality team support at international events.

​​​​​​​The Team Manager role is an important leadership and coordination position, providing practical assistance and support to riders before and during competition. Team Managers act as a key point of contact, helping to ensure athletes are well prepared and supported throughout each World Cup weekend.

The job description outlining the role and responsibilties can be found here.  Full training will be provided.

Applicants should be aware that the role requires a significant commitment of time and energy, including preparation in the weeks leading up to an event and approximately 8-9 days of travel per World Cup round. The position requires flexibility, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively with riders, families, coaches, officials, and event organisers.

The role is unpaid and while BMX New Zealand is committed to growing and supporting the Team Manager programme, funding remains limited. As a result, the role is also largely self-funded.  Financial assistance of $100 per rider per weekend can now be provided to offset a portion of travel-related expenses. 

Successful applicants will require a UCI technical licence.  As part of this process, you will be reqiired to submit to NZ Police vetting and complete an online safeguarding course.  Details of these processes will be provided as needed.

WORLD CUPS - DUTY OF CARE PROVIDE | EOI

BMX New Zealand is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who are interested in becoming accredited Duty of Care Providers for New Zealand riders competing on the UCI BMX Racing World Cup circuit.

International competition requires riders to have access to an independent, non-riding adult who can act in their best interests and provide welfare, support, and decision-making assistance in the event of illness, injury, or other emergencies. To support the ongoing growth of New Zealand's international racing programme, BMX New Zealand aims to establish a pool of trained and accredited Duty of Care Providers who can be assigned to World Cup events as required.

Duty of Care Providers play an important role in supporting rider wellbeing and safety during World Cup events. Responsibilities include attending official practice sessions and race days, acting as an emergency contact and advocate when required, and providing event-related welfare support in accordance with BMX New Zealand policies and procedures.

The job description outlining the role and responsibilties can be found here.  Full training will be provided.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the accreditation process, including police vetting, safeguarding training, and role-specific induction. Strong communication skills, sound judgement, reliability, and the ability to work effectively with athletes, families, team managers, coaches, and officials are essential.

To support the sustainability of the programme, BMX New Zealand intends to offer this optional service to U23 and Elite riders (U19+) on a user-pays basis. Riders electing to utilise the service will contribute a fixed fee per World Cup event, which will be used to help fund the travel and event-related expenses of the assigned Duty of Care Provider. 

Successful applicants will require a UCI technical licence.  As part of this process, you will be reqiired to submit to NZ Police vetting and complete an online safeguarding course.  Details of these processes will be provided as needed.