Start a Club
Step 1: CONTACT US FOR HELP
You’re not doing this alone—the OIBL is with you from day one.
- The league will guide you through the entire setup process
- We provide templates, tools, and step-by-step support
- OIBL will teach you proven tactics to attract and convert families into team members
- Ask questions anytime—we’re your partner in this
STEP 2: SELECT A HOME BMX TRACK
Choose where your team will ride—with league support.
- Select the closest USA BMX track to your school
- The OIBL will coordinate track assignments to ensure fairness
- League officials will handle communication with track operators
- We’ll help confirm beginner access and loaner equipment
- You won’t negotiate —we take care of that
Bottom line: Pick the track that will support your team —we’ll handle the rest together.
STEP 3: DEFINE TEAM PROGRAMMING
Build your program with the league guiding you.
- The OIBL will help you set practice schedules and structure
- We provide a proven model: skill groups, progression, and race cadence
- Guidance on 2 practices/week (80% skill development) + 2 races/month (20% competition)
- Built around flexibility for families
- Designed to help you retain riders and grow your team
STEP 4: SETUP OIBL CLUB PAGE
We help you create your team’s home base.
- The league will walk you through setting up your club page
- Help with team name, branding, and setup
- Configure registration, communication, and scheduling tools
- Built to support easy signup and member conversion
STEP 5: SETUP SOCIALS & FLYERS
We help you build excitement—and drive signups.
- The OIBL provides flyer templates and social media guidance
- We teach proven marketing tactics to attract new riders
- Help you create posts that turn interest into registrations
- Support your outreach to schools and families
STEP 6: (OPTIONAL) CONTACT THE SCHOOL TO SETUP A BOOSTER CLUB
We help you build a foundation for long-term success. This is optional unless you are going to fundraise as a team.
- League officials will help you contact school administrators to help get your club approved
- Guidance on setting up a booster club for fundraising
- We help guide you through setting up a 501(c)(3) nonprofit for your team
- Helps unlock donations, support, and sustainability
STEP 7: LAUNCH YOUR MARKETING FOR REGISTRATION
Launch your team—with full league support.
- Work with the OIBL to schedule a FREE open house
- The league will help promote and support your event
- We teach you exactly how to attract families and convert them into registered riders
- Guidance on messaging, timing, and follow-up to close registrations
- You’re never launching alone—we’re right there with you
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