Para-cycling Classification

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At AusCycling, we support events for cyclists with a range of impairments, showcasing the incredible power of cycling to transform lives.

We recognise classifications governed by both UCI and other Australian partner organisations.

UCI Para-cycling

Open to athletes aged 8+ with physical or visual impairments.

Athletes can compete in road and track, at club, state national and international levels, including the Paralympic Games.

In road cycling, athletes compete on a tandem bike (B-class), standard bike (C-class), three-wheeled trike (T-class) or handcycle (H-class), depending on their impairment.

In track cycling, athletes compete in a velodrome on a tandem or standard bicycle.

Partner Organisation Classifications

At AusCycling, we also support events for athletes with Hearing Impairments, Intellectual Impairments, Transplants, and those using Adaptive Mountain Bikes at club, state and national level.

Find Your Classification

Classification is key to fair competition. Here's how to get started:

  • Physical Impairment: Apply through AusCycling (download the request form below).
  • Visual Impairment: Contact Paralympics Australia
  • Hearing Impairment: Deaf Sports Australia
  • Intellectual Impairment: Sport Inclusion Australia
  • Transplant: Transplant Australia

Download the AusCycling Request for Classification Form

This form is to request a Physical Impairment provisional or National-level classification. Once completed, please send to [email protected].

  • Download the AusCycling Classification Request form

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Maintaining Fair Play

AusCycling and Paralympics Australia are committed to protecting the integrity of Para-sport. Intentional Misrepresentation (IM) undermines fair competition. Learn how to recognise and report IM to maintain a level playing field.

Wellbeing and Support

We understand that navigating Para-cycling can involve challenges. AusCycling offers support services, including a psychologist and staff dedicated to classification and integrity.

For help connecting with wellbeing support, contact one of the following staff members:

Sophie Bashford, Psychologist: [email protected]

Anne Knight, National Integrity Manager: [email protected]

Eliza Smyth, Classification Coordinator: [email protected]

Masterlist

At AusCycling, we maintain a Masterlist of athletes with UCI classifications. This list is updated regularly.

  • AusCycling Para-cycling Masterlist (October 2024)

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If you've received a UCI classification but are no longer competing, you can easily remove yourself from the Masterlist by contacting [email protected].

For athletes with classifications governed by our partner organizations (Intellectual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Transplant), please visit the following websites to find relevant Masterlists:

Useful Resources

Paralympics Australia Resources on Para-cycling

For more information on classification and the classification process, download the resources below developed by Paralympics Australia.

  • Para-cycling Information Sheet

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  • What is Classification?

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Sport Integrity Australia Learning Modules

Take the Sport Integrity Australia Learning Module on Classification here.

AusCycling Para-cycling Resources

Use the resources below to understand AusCycling's classification policy and classification rules.

  • AusCycling Classification Policy

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  • AusCycling Classification Rules

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If you'd like to protest your classification outcome, please complete the below form and submit to [email protected].

  • AusCycling Classification Protest Form

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Partners

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