Cycling Union to make good on BMX Coaching Course

THE STVINCENT AND the Grenadines Cycling Union plans to maximise the knowledge gained by its members who were part of the BMX Race Specific Level Two UCIWCC Coaching Course, that ran from February 7 to 14, 2026, here in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG).

Held at the St Vincent and the Grenadines Olympic Committee’s conference room, and the Arnos Vale Playing Field for the practical sessions, the course was facilitated by Tyrone Johns, a High-Performance Coach and Team Manager at the UCI World Cycling Centre in Switzerland, along with Salomé Ernotte, Satellite Development Manager and BMX athlete.

After lapping up the course, the next step is implementation, according to President of the SVG Cycling Union, Shimano Bailey.

“The course itself was an important step toward a more structured and professional approach to BMX cycling in our community. Through this course, our coaches are now better equipped to deliver organised sessions, promote rider safety, and support athlete development,” Bailey stated.

“ Beyond competition, we see BMX as a powerful tool for youth engagement, healthy lifestyles, and positive social development.”

Also sharing Bailey’s reflection were RivasYoung and Dylano Wilson, two of the participating coaches.

For Young, “Participating in the recent course hosted by the SVG Cycling Union was a truly valuable experience. The sessions were well-structured, engaging, and highly interactive, which made the learning process both practical and impactful. I look forward to using this training to positively impact the upcoming generation of cyclists in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and to contributing to the continued growth of the sport within our nation”.