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Supporting the Blackfriars Pedal Prix Racing (PPR) team in 2026.

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Introduction Pedal Prix Racing at Blackfriars Priory School is a dynamic, inclusive, and performance-driven program that promotes innovation, teamwork, and resilience through the exciting world of Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) racing. Aligned with the goals of Australian International Pedal Prix Incorporated (AIPP), the program offers students a unique avenue to engage in STEM learning, develop physical endurance, and contribute to a strong team culture – all while competing in one of South Australia&#39;s most popular and educationally rich youth sports. The Blackfriars team competes in all events of the annual Adelaide University Pedal Prix Racing Championship. Pedal Prix racing at Blackfriars was established in 2019 as a highly marketable program to aid in enrolment growth in addition to the educational student-focused goals outlined above. On-track success has mirrored the marketing goals achieved in the program’s young history. Structure The Blackfriars Pedal Prix program comprises multiple team entries each season to support both competitive and participatory experiences. <ul><li>Open Team | GHound 1<ul><li>S3 (Senior Secondary School) category</li><li>Open to all students based on performance and commitment</li><li>Focused on achieving overall series results</li></ul></li><li>Development Teams | GHound 2 | GHound 3<ul><li>S2 (Middle Secondary) and/or S3 (Senior Secondary) categories (depending on rider ages)</li><li>Provides opportunity for students to develop and showcase ability for Hound 1 selection</li><li>Welcomes students who value participation over competition</li></ul></li><li>Primary Team<ul><li>Competes in the S1 (Primary) category</li><li>Open to Year 5 and 6 students</li><li>Aimed at introducing younger students to the sport with view to long-term participation</li></ul></li></ul> Training and preparation are central to the program’s success and include:<ul><li>Track Sessions: Held at Victoria Park and Hanson Reserve Velodrome throughout the season.</li><li>Gym Sessions: Multiple sessions per week before and after school.</li><li>Shed Sessions: One afternoon per week after school to maintain cycles, manage team logistics and prepare for races / track sessions.</li><li>Team Meetings: Scheduled during school hours as part of the co-curricular timetable.</li></ul> Educational Philosophy The Pedal Prix program at Blackfriars provides students not just the chance to race, but the opportunity to grow. It is where discipline meets adventure, and learning meets passion. <ul><li>A STEM-rich learning opportunity, where students apply principles of physics, mechanics, and data analysis to improve performance.</li><li>A team-based challenge, where collaboration, communication, and strategy are key to success.</li><li>A resilience-building activity, requiring physical endurance, mental strength, and problem-solving under pressure.</li><li>A platform for character development, where students learn discipline, humility in victory, and grace in adversity.</li></ul> Through racing, students learn real-world skills – from engineering and logistics to leadership and time management – all within a safe, supportive educational setting.

Blackfriars Pedal Prix Season 2026