BMX STEAM Kit Program

A project-based educational program where students use BMX bikes to perform experiments and learn STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) concepts.

Program Details:

• Grade Levels: Best suited for elementary grades 3-5; can be adjusted for middle school grades 6-8
• Curriculum: Six (6) module curriculum
• Time Commitment: 40 hours of class time
• Format: Equal parts education, athletics, and exercise

Learning Focus:

• Measurement
• Estimation
• Prototyping
• Building
• Geometry
• Physics
• Sketching
• Engineering Design Process
• Teamwork
• Statistics
• Use of tools
• Hypothesis-building

Curriculum Alignment:

• Aligned with many state STEM standards, including Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
• Includes pre/post-testing element for outcome-based reporting
• Developed by team including a former BMX Racer with Ph.D. in Science Education

Setting: Flexible modules designed for variety of settings including school day, after-school, summer camps, and programs

Deployment: BMX is the only Olympic sport with a fully-integrated STEAM program, deployed in more than 300 schools nationwide

Funding: Traditionally secured through grants, donations, and sponsors

Materials Included: Curriculum shipped separately via FedEx

Contact Information:

• Email: programs@usabmxfoundation.org
• Phone: 480-961-1903
• Address: 490 N. Lansing Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120

How to Obtain

• Purchase a BMX STEAM Kit for $2,499 + freight costs
• Sample curriculum available for download
• Video tutorial available (BMX STEAM Bike Build Video)

Resources Available

• Download sample curriculum
• View BMX STEAM Bike Build video
• Search map to find existing USA BMX STEAM programs near your location

Contact for More Information

Email: programs@usabmxfoundation.org
Phone: 480-961-1903