Rooted Action Park is an indoor recreation facility and ramp park in the Joplin, MO area. Serving Skateboards, BMX Bikes, MTB Bikes and Scooters. Offering an indoor skatepark, bike park, pump track, BMX ramps, MTB Bike Park, Air Bag, Resi-Ramp, climbing wall, climbing gym and other activities. Rooted Action Park is a family friendly recreation facility offering activities for families, activities for teens and activities for kids in the Joplin Area.
SPRING 2026 SERIES
February 22 | March 22 | April 26
The Spring 2026 Youth BMX Freestyle League at Rooted Action Park is a multi-event series designed to help riders of all ages and skill levels grow, progress, and belong.
This series is not about being better than other riders. It’s about showing up, learning new skills, building confidence on the bike, and forming real relationships within the BMX community.
Each rider is scored on their own riding and effort, with points accumulating across the entire series.
The season concludes with a Final Event and Awards held during our BMX Showdown contest in May 2026.
Event Dates
League events take place on the 4th Sunday:
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February 22, 2026
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March 22, 2026
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April 26, 2026
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Series Final: May 2026 (at the BMX Showdown contest)
Age Classes (Each age category will include Men’s and Women’s divisions.)
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7 years & under
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8–10 years
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11–14 years
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15–30 years
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31–39 years
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40+ years
*Riders compete in their age group for the full series.
*Age is determined based on the rider’s age at the first event of the series.
Schedule (Each Event Day)
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1:00 PM – Doors open, registration & practice
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2:00 PM – Contest runs begin (youngest classes first)
Registration
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Online pre-registration Click here
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In-person registration available the day of the event
*Riders may register per event or for the full three-event series.
Contest Format
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Jam-style format
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Up to 5 riders of the same class on course at the same time
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5-minute jam per group
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Riders can take as many runs as they want during the jam, taking turns and sharing the course respectfully with other riders in their group
Course Details
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The course will be announced one week prior to each event
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A different course will be used for each of the three league events
Points System
Points accumulate across the entire series.
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Maximum of 125 points per event
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Riders are scored on individual performance, not compared against other riders
Scoring Categories (1–25 points each)
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Attendance – Every rider who shows up and rides earns points
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Creativity – Use of the entire course, variety of tricks, unique lines
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Skills – Bike control, flow, pump, speed, and maneuvering
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Difficulty – Technical challenge and progression of tricks and lines
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Camaraderie – Encouragement, positive attitude, and engagement with others
Entry Fees
Ages 7 & Under
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$10 per event
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$25 for all three events
Ages 8–10 & 11–14
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$15 per event
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$40 for all three events
Ages 15–30, 31–39, 40+
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$25 per event
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$60 for all three events
Series Awards (Presented at the BMX Showdown Final)
Awards are given for each age class based on accumulated scores:
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Most Improved Rider
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Best Sportsmanship (Camaraderie Score)
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Best Trick (Difficulty Score)
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Best Style (Skills Score)
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Most Creative Rider (Creativity Score)
Why This League Exists
The Spring BMX Freestyle League is built to:
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Encourage riders to push their personal progression
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Develop new skills in a supportive environment
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Create a space where riders feel known, welcomed, and supported
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Build lasting relationships across generations of riders
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Whether it’s a rider’s first event or someone who’s been on a BMX bike for years, this league is about showing up, riding together, and growing—on and off the bike.
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FAQ's
What is the Spring 2026 Youth BMX Freestyle League?
A three-event BMX freestyle league at Rooted Action Park focused on progression, skill-building, and community. Riders are scored on their own effort and growth—not against other riders.
The series concludes with a BMX Showdown Final in May 2026, where awards are presented.
Where is the league held?
All events take place at Rooted Action Park in Joplin, Missouri.
When are the events?
All events are on Sundays:
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February 22, 2026
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March 22, 2026
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April 26, 2026
Series Final: May 2026 at the BMX Showdown at Rooted
Who can participate?
Riders of all skill levels are welcome.
Age Classes
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8 years & under
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9–10 years
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11–14 years
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15–30 years
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31–39 years
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40+ years
Each age group includes Men’s and Women’s divisions.
Age is determined by the rider’s age at the first event and remains the same for the full series.
What does the event schedule look like?
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1:00 PM – Doors open, registration & practice
-
2:00 PM – Contest runs begin (youngest classes first)
How does registration work?
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Online pre-registration is available here.
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Riders may also register in person on event day
Riders can sign up for individual events or register for all three league events.
What is the contest format?
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Jam-style format
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Up to 5 riders from the same class on course at the same time
-
5-minute jam per group
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Riders may take multiple runs, taking turns and sharing the course respectfully
What is the course?
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Is announced one week before each event
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Is different for each league stop
How does scoring work?
Points accumulate across the entire series.
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Up to 125 points per event
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Riders are scored individually, not compared to others
Scoring Categories (1–25 points each)
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Attendance – Showing up and riding
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Creativity – Course use, variety, and originality
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Skills – Flow, control, speed, and bike handling
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Difficulty – Technical challenge of tricks and lines
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Camaraderie – Positive attitude, encouragement, and sportsmanship
How much does it cost?
Ages 8 & Under
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$10 per event / $25 for all three
Ages 9–10 & 11–14
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$15 per event / $40 for all three
Ages 15–30, 31–39, 40+
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$25 per event / $60 for all three
What awards are given?
Awards are presented at the BMX Showdown Final in May 2026.
Each age class receives:
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Most Improved Rider
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Best Sportsmanship (Camaraderie)
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Best Trick (Difficulty)
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Best Style (Skills)
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Most Creative Rider
What’s the goal of the league?
The league exists to help riders:
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Learn new skills
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Push personal progression
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Build confidence
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Form meaningful connections in a supportive BMX community
Whether it’s a rider’s first event or someone who’s been riding for years, the focus is simple: show up, ride together, and grow.
Still have questions?
Visit Rooted Action Park and talk with our team at the front desk during open sessions.