Our Sports

Cycling FAQ

We work with each student athlete and their parents to establish appropriate priorities for physical performance, proper nutrition, and balanced mental health through training, competition, and participation in AAU, USA Track and Field (USATF) and USA Cycling activities and events nationwide.

What ages do you work with? We train and develop youth between the ages of 8 to 17.

Our practice location is at Rockburn Branch Park Elkridge, MD.

What are the costs of the team and what is included?

• Team membership cost is $45 for the year. This cost supports insurance cost, team systems cost, training space rental, TrainingPeaks Coaching Plan. USA Cycling Memberships must be completed to race; youth membership is FREE.

• Sign up for each race is up to the parent. Races are normally between $15- $25 and are normally on bikereg.com. Normal Cycling Gear (helmet, pads, gloves, shoes, and clipless).

• (recommended) Trainer Purchase - $349-$629. This is used to support structured workouts and virtual practices. Also, helping lessen travel and give flexibility when experiencing inclement weather.

How long is the season? Cycling is 36 classes per year beginning 8 Aug. Meets/Events begin in September until the last team practice in early December. Practices are held virtually and in person (IRL).

Where do we hold practice? One day per week we will focus exclusively on HIT fitness, using digital workouts on Zwift. Our Discord Team Channel is how we will communicate with each other.

Conduct

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

Codes of Conduct and Responsibilities Agreement

I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care and encouragement of my child while participating in the Major Performance Athletic Club.

I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating respect and positive support of all players, coaches and officials at every game, practice or other youth sports activity.

I will place the emotional and physical well being of my child ahead of any personal desire to win.

I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment. I will support coaches and officials working with my child to provide a positive, enjoyable experience for all.

I will demand a drug, alcohol and tobacco-free environment for my child and agree to assist by refraining from their use at all youth sports events.

I will remember that youth sports activities are for the children and not the adults. I will do my best to make youth sports fun for my child.

I will encourage my child to treat other players, coaches, officials and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.

I will help my child enjoy the youth sports experience within my personal constraints by assisting with coaching or officiating, performing maintenance, or whatever I am capable of doing, as well as being a respectful and sportsman-like fan and spectator.

I will not make any alterations to league-issued equipment that must be returned at the season’s end.

I understand that if any alterations are made or equipment is not returned, I may be held financially responsible for replacing those league items. I understand that a violation of this code may result in the suspension or termination of my child’s participation in the Major Performance Athletic Club.