International School treated to BMX show

Bourne, who is visiting this country for the second time, said he is hoping BMX freestyle riding grips not only the nation but the entire region.

“I will love to see the industry grow and be a recognised sport in the Caribbean and there to actually have a circuit so people can compete. How there is CARIFTA Games and what not, something like that for BMX throughout the Caribbean and for Latin American (riders) to come and compete,” he said.

Bourne spoke of the challenges faced by him and other Bajans who are interested in the sport.

“In Barbados, because it’s not recognised, you have to take your own resources to build something (a ramp) and someone does not see the importance of it and quickly it can be broken down or stolen. It’s not seen as an obstacle (course) for sport but just a piece of wood. If you’re out in the street riding or jumping down the stairs, people see you as a nuisance and not doing something positive,” he said.

Peraza, who is in Trinidad for the third time, said he is enjoying the experience so far especially taking BMX to the various schools.

“Obviously promoting the sport is a very good thing. I always love to show the youth what BMX is about, going to all these schools lately has been great.

They just see us do a single jump and they go crazy so when they see a black flip they go crazier and just love it. It gives them motivation to try BMX and get into something,” he said.

Peraza explained that he got into the sport because of his father and said the sport came easy to him as he had the support of both parents.

Camacho, speaking through a translator, said he loves this country and particularly the BMX family headed by TT’s first professional freestyler Trevlon Hall who invited him.

“I love the people out here, hanging out with the BMX family and showing what BMX is about.

In Ecuador the BMX thing is definitely growing. I have a huge influence in that happening and lately it’s been doing a lot better.” He noted though that it is difficult to make a career out of the sport in Ecuador as compared to other countries as sponsors are reluctant to come on board.

We Love BMX Tour Schedule: Today - Princes Town West Secondary Tomorrow - Fatima College Thursday - Mucurapo East Friday - Queen’s Royal College and Brian Lara Promenade