Young bikers test their skills at BMX track

A group of young bikers had an exciting Cycle to School Week with a BMX taster session.

The group of schoolchildren from Charlton Manor Primary School, in Indus Road, Greenwich, were led by coaches from the charity Access Sport, at the Hornfair park BMX Track off Charlton Park Lane, Greenwich.

The children started on a flat surface with BMX bikes and then got to try out the BMX track.

Sarah, nine, from Charlton Manor Primary School, said: “It was very fun, we learned more techniques on how to ride bikes. 

“I find try new things fun and I really like falling down because that means I tried my best at doing it.”

Hornfair Park was created to get young people in the borough cycling as part of the council’s Olympic legacy playground to podium scheme.

Vaidas, nine, from Charlton Manor Primary School, said: “At first it was kind of scary, but at the same time I wanted to do it.

“When I got enough courage to do it, then I just kind of learned it straight away. That made me feel really happy, it was really inspirational.”

Greenwich councillor and deputy leader, Averil Lekau, said: “Witnessing the students’ confidence grow throughout the session was truly remarkable.

“Cycling is a remarkable activity that not only boosts confidence but also fosters teamwork, resilience, and a healthy lifestyle.

“It’s heartening to see these young riders embrace the challenges of the track with such enthusiasm.”

Pictured top: The BMX bikers from Charlton Manor Primary School (Picture: Greenwich council)