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BMX Ridingat theMX-Academy

BMX riding and motocross have a lot in common: jumps, balance and coordination. At the MX-Academy, you transfer your skills to a 40 hp motocross bike, with coaching, a rental bike and protective gear, and no driving licence at all.

for BMX riders and newcomers3.5 hrs (Wed) · 4 hrs (Sat) track timeno driving licence neededcourse days Wednesday and Saturday30 min from Singen

Dates in the events calendar Motocross gift card

from €390(CHF 360) · with rental

BMX Riding

Is this right for you?

Yes, if …

you ride BMX and want to know what 40 hp feels like
you want to train jumps and corners on a bigger bike
you have never ridden motocross and want everything provided
you want to broaden your horizons for BMX riding

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BMX and motocross: the same foundation, more power

If you can ride a BMX, you already know the basics that also matter in motocross: jumps, balance and coordination. Many BMX techniques therefore make it easier for you to get started. On a motocross bike, however, a few things are added that are new even to experienced BMX riders. The acceleration of around 40 hp and the modern suspension change how you take off, land and carve through the corner.

A competition motocross bike weighs around 100 kg and has plenty of torque. That puts it in a completely different league from a BMX without an engine. It is precisely this difference that makes it so appealing: you use the body awareness you have from BMX and learn to transfer it to a heavier, more powerful bike. Braking works differently too: you operate the front brake with your right hand and the rear brake with your right foot.

BMX technique on a motocross bike: a rider jumps over a crest in front of a row of trees

From BMX to motorbike: coaching and protective gear

Because the MX-Academy uses real competition bikes, riding technique is everything. Coaching is therefore compulsory for all newcomers, including seasoned BMX riders. First there is an introduction to the theory, in which experienced pros explain everything in a relaxed setting. Then you get to know the motorcycle on the track and put what you have learned into practice step by step. Only when the foundation is right do you move on to faster sections.

The protective gear is provided, and compared with BMX riding it is much more heavy-duty: the motorcycle is bigger and you are travelling faster. Boots, chest protector, helmet, goggles, knee guards and gloves are available from children's sizes to XXL. You bring long trousers, sturdy shoes and the urge to try something new. No driving licence is needed, because riding takes place on private grounds.

Jumps and corners: motocross techniques for BMX riding

The course suits every level, whether BMX and motocross are new territory for you or you already have experience. With 5 levels of difficulty and various tracks, different training focuses are open to you. A large proportion of participants have never ridden motocross before, and yet even complete beginners are riding laps of the track on their own after one day.

You take plenty away for your BMX riding: clean timing on take-off, a stable position in the air and more feel in the corners. In motocross, however, jumping only starts once the basic standing technique is in place. This way each level builds on the previous one, and you only tackle obstacles that match your ability.

BMX and motocross: sequence shot showing a rider several times in the air over a green hill

Travel for BMX riders from Germany

Schlatt TG is in Switzerland near Singen, around 30 minutes away by car. From Tuttlingen, allow around 55 minutes, from Stuttgart around 2 hrs, from Mannheim around 3 hrs 5 min and from Frankfurt around 3 hrs 45 min. For journeys like these, the full course day with 3.5 hrs (Wednesday) or 4 hrs (Saturday) of track time, including breaks and instruction, is worth it.

The day course with a Honda rental bike, protective gear and coaching costs €390 (CHF 360) on Wednesday and €444 (CHF 410) on Saturday (non-binding). The bikes come from Honda's off-road range, and Honda Switzerland supports the MX-Academy. You can find available dates and registration in the motocross events calendar. On the course day, you first check in at the MX-Academy Shop in Schlatt TG, Hauptstrasse 8.

How your course day works

Arrive

Meeting point and sat-nav address: the MX-Academy Shop, Hauptstrasse 8, Schlatt TG.

Register

At the shop reception you sign in for your course day.

Collect your gear

You get a helmet, goggles, chest protector, knee guards, boots and gloves in your size – and a Honda CRF that suits you.

Detailed theory

Before you start, the coaches calmly explain how riding off-road works.

Riding with breaks

On the track, riding and breaks alternate – with more tips and tricks from the coaches.

Prices in euros

Wednesday

Weekday course

3.5 hrs track time incl. breaks and instruction

with rental€390 (CHF 360)

with your own gear€163 (CHF 150)

Dates in the events calendar

Saturday

Weekend course

4 hrs track time incl. breaks and instruction

with rental€444 (CHF 410)

with your own gear€195 (CHF 180)

Dates in the events calendar

A course day lasts 6–8 hours in total, including registration, gear and theory. The hours shown are the available track time including the breaks and instruction you need, not pure time in the saddle: motocross is anaerobic, breaks are part of it – and that is exactly when the coaches give you more tips and tricks. For teenagers and adults, each of these days is the recommended taster course, because it gives you a real impression of the sport and shows your progress. Kids, teenagers, women and adults all pay the same; the only difference is whether you rent or bring your own gear. With rental: a Honda bike in your size, protective gear, coaching and basic course costs. With your own gear: coaching, track hire and basic course – provided you can already ride on your own, otherwise extra coaching for €54 (CHF 50) is added.

€179 (CHF 165)1-hour taster course (track time incl. breaks and instruction) – every other Wednesday, mainly for children aged 4 to 6 who can concentrate for about an hour. Motocross taster course

Euro = guide price based on the ECB reference rate of 23.10.2026 (€1 = 0.9227 CHF), updated daily; courses are priced in CHF. All prices are non-binding and subject to change.

Your driving time to Schlatt TG

From Stuttgart to Schlatt TGapprox. 2 hrs

By car · OSRM route planner (OpenStreetMap), measured 23–26 Oct 2026, without traffic or waiting time at the border. Directions

FAQ: BMX Riding

What does motocross do for my BMX riding?

You train jumping technique, corners and balance on a heavier bike with around 40 hp. That also broadens your horizons on the BMX.

Do I need BMX experience for the motocross course?

No. A large proportion of participants have never ridden motocross or BMX before, and coaching is compulsory for newcomers.

Is motocross protective gear different from BMX gear?

Yes, it is much heavier and sturdier, because the motorcycle and the speed are greater. At the MX-Academy you can rent the complete set.

From what age can BMX kids ride motocross?

Children can get on a motorcycle at the MX-Academy from around the age of 4, on a CRF50, CRF70, CRF110, CRF125 or CRF150 depending on their size.

How much do I pay as a BMX rider for a course day?

€390 (CHF 360) on Wednesdays, €444 (CHF 410) on Saturdays, each with a rental bike, protective gear and coaching. All prices are non-binding and subject to change.