Northern California Velodrome Association

HELLYER TURNS 50 in 2013!

Did you know that 2013 is Hellyer’s 50^th Anniversary? We’ve been open for racing in San Jose since 1963 and we look forward to celebrating all year long with you! Stay tuned to www.ridethetrack.com as we kick off the training and racing with exciting programs for everyone – whether you are a beginner, junior, masters, or elite cyclist! Special anniversary festivities, remembrances, racing (of course!), training and events are in the works! Stay tuned!

KEY 2013 DATES – Mark Your Calendars!

The official 2013 Hellyer Racing Season starts in April 2013.

• NCVA USAC racing days will be Wednesdays and Fridays!
• Special training nights planned for Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays!
• Women’s track racing training sessions planned for April, May and June!
• Master’s and Junior’s Racing Series are in the works!

We are still working hard to build out the 2013 Race Season (April to September) calendar BUT here are a few important key dates to keep in mind as you plan your race programs:

*2013 Hellyer Velodrome Challenge – 2013 National Track Calendar Venue!

We are very pleased to announce that the 2013 Hellyer Velodrome Challenge (HVC) is now part of the National Track Calendar (NTC)! HVC (NEW DATE June 28-29, 2013) is one of only seven premiere venues on this prestigious calendar. NTC events attract elite cyclists from across the country to race in the series, contest for high-stakes prizes, and earn points in the NTC standings. Events will fall into one of two categories: sprint or endurance. A male and female winner in each of those categories will be recognized at an awards ceremony at a to-be-determined date and location. Additional details and the official press release from USA Cycling will be shared soon!

Hellyer Velodrome joins forces with The Superdrome in Frisco (Frisco, TX), National Sports Center Velodrome (Blaine, MN), Major Taylor Velodrome (Indianapolis, IN), The Velodrome at Memorial Park (Colorado Springs, CO), Marymoor Velodrome (Redmond, WA), and VELO Sports Center (Carson, CA) to present this distinguished series of events.

2013 WAIVERS

All cyclists riding Hellyer must fill out a NEW 2013 ONLINE waiver for the year. Since we’ve moved to the Docusign online system, it’s easier than ever! Simply:

1. Click the appropriate link and provide your email info:

·         Adult Waiver

·         Junior Waiver 

A unique passcode will be sent to you via email.

2. Read, fill out, and sign the online waiver. A confirmation email will be send to you.

Paper waivers are still available for single day use, but in order for your waiver to be on file for the year, you MUST FILL OUT THE ONLINE FORM. http://www.ridethetrack.com/rider-info/waivers/

JOIN THE 2013 WINTER PROGRAMS

Hellyer is OPEN in the winter  – we have training and race programs running every week! A number of awesome pilot winter season programs are already underway and there are more to come!  Slap on your knee warmers and join us for some fun training and racing

Here are a few examples of programs available today:

Saturdays 8:30AM -Beginner Sessions

Sundays AM – Advanced Open Track (Cat 3 and above)

Sundays 1PM – Alternating

• Junior training (ages 9 to 17) train for FREE
• Intro to Racing
• Men’s and Women’s Team Pursuit Program
• Winter Conditioning Programs

Tuesday Afternoon Juniors espoir training (ages 14 to 17) train for FREE

Thursdays 8AM to 10AM – Open Power, Sprinting and Bike Handling Training

Stay tuned to www.ridethetrack.com/calendar for additional new programs and updates.

BECOME A RACE PROMOTER!

Are you planning to promote and event or series in 2013? Dates and opportunities are filling up fast but we look forward to working with you to bring diverse and exciting racing to Hellyer in 2013. To find out more about promoting in 2013, check out the promoter’s page here: http://www.ridethetrack.com/volunteer/promoters/

Want to see a specific program added to the calendar?

 We want to provide something for everyone so if you want to see specific programs added to the calendar send an email to scheduling@ridethetrack.com or consider promoting an event or series!