Junior Trials Dirt Bike Club

About Junior Trials Dirt Bike Club

Junior Trials Dirt Bike Club — formally the Junior Trials Mini Cycle Club Inc. — has been running at 1 Kanangra Drive, Crangan Bay on the shores of Lake Macquarie since 1947, making it one of Australia's longest-established junior dirt bike clubs. It is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run organisation dedicated entirely to children and teenagers aged 4 to 19 years, offering a structured, safe and welcoming environment to learn and develop riding skills across four disciplines: Trials, Enduro, Minicross and Minikhana. The club runs regular ride days and interclub events, and is firmly family-focused — parents volunteer on ride days as part of the community that keeps the club going. It has built a strong local reputation on the Central Coast as a place where young riders progress with confidence, surrounded by experienced members who genuinely care about their development.

Ages 4–19Trials & enduroVolunteer-run since 1947Family-focusedLake Macquarie

Disciplines & riding

TrialsThe club's founding discipline — precision low-speed riding over natural and man-made obstacles, building balance and bike control from an early age.
EnduroOff-road riding across varied terrain, developing endurance and navigation skills for older or more experienced junior riders.
MinicrossShort-circuit motocross-style racing on smaller tracks suited to junior riders — competitive, exciting and well-supervised.
MinikhanaCone-course precision riding, ideal for beginners and younger kids building fundamental bike control in a low-risk, controlled setting.
Interclub eventsThe club hosts and participates in interclub rounds with other Central Coast and regional junior clubs, giving riders structured competition experience.

Good to know

Who can joinAny child aged 4–19 years. The club is structured so kids of all experience levels can progress — from complete beginners on minikhana up to competitive enduro and trials riders.
Parent involvementAll parents and guardians are required to volunteer on ride days. This is a genuine club community, not a commercial service — expect to be involved.
Location1 Kanangra Drive, Crangan Bay NSW 2259, on the western shore of Lake Macquarie — approximately 90 minutes north of Sydney and 45 minutes from Newcastle.
Getting startedCheck the club website (juniortrials.com.au) for upcoming ride days, membership information and what your child needs to bring or wear to their first session.
ContactThe club can be reached by email at secretaryjtmcc@gmail.com for membership and event queries.

FAQ

What age can my child start at Junior Trials?

The club caters for children from 4 years of age through to 19 years. There are disciplines appropriate for each age and skill level, from beginner-friendly minikhana up to enduro and trials for older, more experienced riders.

What disciplines does the club offer?

Junior Trials runs four disciplines: Trials (precision obstacle riding), Enduro (off-road cross-country), Minicross (short-circuit motocross-style) and Minikhana (cone-course precision riding). Riders can participate in one or multiple disciplines.

Do parents need to be involved?

Yes — as a volunteer-run not-for-profit club, all parents and guardians are expected to volunteer on ride days. This is a core part of how the club operates and maintains its family-friendly culture.

Where is the club located?

The club is at 1 Kanangra Drive, Crangan Bay NSW 2259, on the western shore of Lake Macquarie — roughly 90 minutes from Sydney and 45 minutes from Newcastle.

How do I find out about ride days and membership?

Visit juniortrials.com.au for the event calendar, membership details and what to bring. You can also contact the club secretary at secretaryjtmcc@gmail.com.

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