Horizon Rider Ethics

Virginia Championship Hare Scramble Series

1. Select the proper motorcycle to match your child's ability.
    
2. Teach safety and fundamentals.  Speed will come with confidence.
    
3. Practice.  Practice.  Practice.
    
4. Inspect your child's motorcycle thoroughly after each practice or race to insure safety.
    
5. Do not scrimp on safety gear.  This stuff really works.  Do not let your child ride without it.
    
6. Be patient, all children learn at different rates.  Encourage your child with positive reinforcement and praise.
    
7. Ask questions and learn from other Horizon Rider parents.
    
8. Encourage good sportsmanship.  Set a good example for your child.
    
9. Winning is not as important as doing the best that you can.
    
10. If winning does become so important that you find yourself upset or stressful, then take a break from racing and reevaluate your feelings.  Remember: Sharing in the spirit of competition with your child is the true reward.
     
11. Do not let yourself become a possessed Horizon Rider parent.  Pressuring your child is counter- productive.  IT WILL NOT MAKE YOUR CHILD A BETTER RIDER.
     
12. Relax and enjoy a great family sport.

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