The first major discussion around the development of the National Cycling Centre was to attach it to a major facility. From day one, the Vélodrome Caisse populaire Dieppe has been the training pride of the Centre.
In the summer of 2007, local riders were be able to test there abilities on the latest construction... the Dieppe BMX Track!
Respecting the Centre’s mandate to develop future Olympians, these facilities are built accordingly to respect the needs of the Centre riders and participants.
The Caisse populaire Dieppe Vélodrome
The Caisse populaire Dieppe velodrome, the construction was completed in July 2001, will be an important, and logical component of the Centre and will become the only one East of Quebec City. Over a distance of 250m (12% in the straits and 38.9% in the turns), it will serve as a work tool and training facility for not only top level athletes, but will also be opened for everyone eager to challenge himself to a test of high speed cycling as well as to participate in our cycling schools (development program).
To this velodrome are added an important track bike fleet.
More on the Velodrome Caisse populaire Dieppe.Like many did in the first years of the Velodrome Caisse populaire Dieppe, the athlete in you is looking for new challenges.
In a few hours, you want to challenge gravity and climb the walls of a track you've only ever witness on television during Olympic Games. Even if you are a high level cyclist or you simply want to satisfy the athlete within you, our qualified staff will be happy to serve you.
The track initiation courses (Track 101) are offered on demand at regular track hours as well as at specific hours for group reservation.Please, contact our office for more information on the next Track 101 course.
The newest addition to our facilities is the Subway BMX track. With BMX becoming an Olympic discipline in 2008, our mandate is clear at the Centre; we had to be part of the BMX adventure. This new 350 m track was completed in the summer of 2007 and is now welcoming the cyclists from everywhere.
For the summer of 2010, the membership card, available for 50$, will again offer you access to the track along with coaching session (Wednesday evenings starting in July). Members will also have access to the Subway BMX track on Mondays (6 to 8 pm) and Fridays (6 to 8 pm). Extra open time might be available according to number of volunteers available.
The general public will also have access to the track on Sunday evenings, beetween 6 and 7:30 pm. Cyclists of all ages are welcome to try, free of charge, this new sport. We also rent bikes and full face helmets. Clothing requirements are as simple as wearing a full pair of pants, long sleeve shirt, and gloves.
The Rotary St-Anselme Park, located in the heart of Dieppe, offers us many possibilities and all the necessary tools for the development of our future champions. Its Rotary Pavillon, its ponds, numerous trails and other outdoors facilities, will offer the necessary tools to the coaches and service providers of the Centre.
The trail system offered by the St-Anselme Parc is idea to teach all basic mountain bike skills. With its several kilometers of trails and single track, this park is also used for the Pepsi Cup and many other events through the years.