Certification Classes

2026 Class Schedule

  • April 11/12
  • May 2/3
  • June 6/7
  • July 11/12
  • August 8/9

 

All certification classes take place over two days, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Riders must attend both days to receive certification.

 

Ready to Ride the Velodrome?

There’s nothing quite like riding the banking at the Dick Lane Velodrome.

Our certification classes are designed to give new riders the skills, confidence, and track knowledge they need to safely ride—and race—at the DLV. Over the course of one weekend, you’ll learn the fundamentals of fixed-gear riding, track etiquette, group riding, and racing skills from experienced instructors.

No track experience? No problem.

Bike rental is included, and the class is open to riders 17 and older. Riders under 17 can get started through our Youth Cycling League.

Once you complete the class, you’ll be certified to ride the track and eligible to begin racing in the D category on Wednesday nights.

Your first lap starts here.

 

Sign up

Email Brian Sullivan at brian@dicklanevelodrome.com with:

  • The class weekend you would like to attend
  • Your frame size, if known

Brian will confirm your reservation by email.

Payment is due when you check in on the first day of class.

 

Cost

$60

Bike rental is included in the class fee.

Payment can be made by cash, card, or PayPal when you check in on day one.

 

What You’ll Need

Helmet: Bring your own helmet. Helmets are required.

Bike: Rental track bikes are available at no additional cost. Rental bikes do not include pedals, so bring your own shoes and compatible pedals. Don’t have cycling shoes and pedals? Tennis shoes are fine—just make sure your laces are securely tucked in.

Bringing your own track bike? It must have:

  • A fixed gear
  • No brakes installed
  • No aero bars
  • No water bottles

 

Waiver

Bring a signed waiver with you on day 1

 

Important Notes

Certification requires completing the full class, so plan to attend both Saturday and Sunday sessions.

Two mornings. Six hours. One very good reason to start looking forward to Wednesday nights.

 

Questions?

Emai brian@dicklanevelodrome.com

I’ve Completed the Beginners Class, Now What??

OK, so you just finished the DLV Track Certification Class. Congrats! Now you are eligible to train and race at one of only 22 active velodromes in the country. Here are a few random things that you may want to know:

What Category Am I?

You are ATRA Category “D” or USCF Category “4” depending on who’s asking. Even if you are Category 1 road or MTB racer, you will be a “D” racer until you get enough points or the DLV Race Director upgrades you at their discretion.
dicklanevelodrome.com/racing-categories

What about races?

Beginner races are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Follow this link for our race schedule dicklanevelodrome.com/schedule

What about gearing?

Most racers here use a gear somewhere between 86 and 94 inches. We recommend starting small and getting bigger as you go. Generally speaking D racers would be around 86″, C racers around 86-88″, B racers 88-90″ and A racers 90″+. This is just a general guide to get you started, you may tweak things as you move through each category.
View Gear Chart

What races will we race?

It’s up to who’s running the races that night. Get familiar with the race names. But don’t worry, there will be a brief explanation before each race and a chance for you to ask questions.
dicklanevelodrome.com/types-of-events

What time should I get there?

Racing starts promptly at 7:00 PM. Most people get there around 6PM to unload the car, prep the bike, warmup, etc…

What’s the atmosphere like?

Very laid back. Sort of like a pickup basketball or volleyball game at the gym.

How much does racing cost?

$15 or $20 per day for racers. Free for spectators. Bring your friends! It’s only a 1 mile ride/walk from the MARTA station. The East Point Velodrome Association, Inc. (EPVA), is a 100% volunteer-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. You can also apply your registration cost to a year pass by selecting the One Pass w/Workday Discount – $275.00 (Regularly $325 for the season)

What should I wear?

If you already have cycling kits, then wear those. But, don’t spend lots of dough on a fancy kit if you don’t have it. You can get some basic cycling shorts from Outback Bikes and a regular dri-fit type athletic shirt will do. You can race in jeans if you want, but that’s between you and your behind. Only requirement is not race in “baggy” clothing.