The MXGP Academy continued its global development mission with a programme held from 1 to 4 October in Dakar, Senegal, where eighteen local MX trainers, twenty-two young riders and their parents took part in a combination of coach education, rider certification and practical on-track training.
On the first day, all eighteen trainers successfully completed the MT-Basic programme. The second day was dedicated to a theoretical introduction to the MTC (Motocross Training Club) programme, which provides a standardised basic training system at club level.
On the third day, twenty-two young MX athletes took part in the MX-A rider certificate training alongside the trainers, while eight parents attended the workshop “How to communicate with an MX athlete”. The programme concluded on track with two 45-minute MX Basic training sessions.
The visit was enthusiastically received, with participants showing a strong willingness to learn and a genuine passion for motocross. A new and impressive facility is now available in Dakar for education and training, and the MXGP Academy and the National Federation share a clear ambition to grow the motocross discipline in Senegal.
The programme also attracted national attention, with Senegal National Television following the activities and interviewing the European trainers and representatives of the National Federation.
Supported by the FIM, the MXGP Academy aims to give young motocross riders professional training and development opportunities, while providing educational resources and guidance for their parents and trainers. The Dakar visit once again highlighted the value of working hand in hand with National Federations to create better and safer conditions for the next generation of motocross athletes.
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The FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme) founded in 1904, is the governing body for motorcycle sport and the global advocate for motorcycling. The FIM is an independent association formed by 125 National Federations throughout the world. It is recognised as the sole competent authority in motorcycle sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Among its 50 FIM World Championships the main events are MotoGP, Superbike, Endurance, Motocross, SuperMoto, Supercross, Trial, Enduro, Cross-Country, Speedway and E-Bikes. Furthermore, the FIM is also active and involved in the following areas: public affairs, road safety, touring and protection of the environment. The FIM was the first international sports federation to impose an Environmental Code in 1994.