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Florida🏆 The Pinnacle of Amateur Arenacross
The ONLY Indoor AMA Amateur National Championship
One of only two chances all year to earn an AMA #1 plate — just like Loretta Lynn's, but indoors! February 21-22, 2026 at Lazy E Arena, Guthrie, Oklahoma.
2025-2026 Championship Schedule
Complete schedule of qualifying events leading to the AMA Amateur National Championship
National Series (AMA Arenacross)
DEC
21
Boise, ID
Ford Idaho Center
JAN
4
Loveland, CO
Blue Arena
JAN
11
Toronto, Canada
International Centre
JAN
25
Memphis, TN
Agricenter Showplace Arena
FEB
1
Calgary, Canada
Calgary Stampede Park
FEB
7
Prescott Valley, AZ
Findlay Toyota Center
FEB
15
Reno, NV
Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center
Regional Series (GT Arenacross)
NOV
14-15
Claremore, OK
Expo Center
DEC
12-13
Lebanon, MO
Cowan Civic Center
JAN
9-10
Lincoln, NE
Lancaster Event Center
JAN
16-17
Cedar Rapids, IA
Hawkeye Downs
JAN
30-31
Mesquite, TX
Mesquite Arena
FEB
6-7
Springfield, MO
Ozark Empire Fairgrounds
FEB
13-14
Topeka, KS
Stormont Vail Events Center
🏆 AMA Amateur National Championship
FEB
21-22
Guthrie, OK — Lazy E Arena
AMA Amateur National Championship • Watch the Pros on Friday!
How to Qualify
Multiple pathways to earn your spot on the gate at the AMA Amateur National Championship
01
AMA National Series (3 Regions)
The preferred qualification method through our three-region national series.
| Region | Events | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| North | Boise • Calgary | Winners + Top 5 |
| West | Loveland • Prescott • Reno | Winners + Top 5 |
| East | Toronto • Memphis | Winners + Top 5 |
~15-20 automatic spots from winners/points across all regions
02
GT Regional Series
7 events across the heartland with additional qualification spots.
| Method | Spots Earned |
|---|---|
| Event Winners | Automatic spot at Nationals |
| Top 5 Overall Points | Automatic spots |
03
Last-Chance Qualifiers
High-pressure races at the Championship weekend for non-automatic qualifiers.
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Lazy E Arena, Guthrie, OK |
| Date | February 21-22, 2026 |
| Spots | 2-4 per event (limited) |
⚠️ Limited spots — qualify early to secure your gate!
Class List
All classes offered at every series round AND at the AMA Amateur National Championship
Stacyc Electric
Stacyc 12/16
12 E Drive and 16 E Drive Stacyc
Stacyc 18/20
18 E Drive and 20 E Drive Stacyc
50cc / Micro Classes
50cc Beginner Limited *
(4-8) 50cc • Eligible for age class only
50cc Aircooled Limited
(4-8) CRF50/PW50 – No KTM or Cobra
Micro 2 Limited
(4-6) 50cc 10″ front wheel
Micro 3 Limited
(7-8) 50cc 12″ front wheel
Micro E Limited
(4-8) 1.0 kW E motor
Micro Open Limited PRO NIGHT
(4-8) 50cc or Micro E
65cc Classes
65cc Beginner
(7-11) 59-65cc • Eligible for age class only
65cc (7-9)
(7-9) 59-65cc 2-stroke – 14″/12″ wheels
65cc (10-11)
(10-11) 59-65cc 2-stroke – 14″/12″ wheels
65cc Open PRO NIGHT
(7-11) 59-65cc 2-stroke – 14″/12″ wheels
85cc / Mini Classes
85cc Beginner
(9-15) 79-85cc • Eligible for age class only
85cc (9-12)
(9-12) 79-85cc 2-stroke – 17″/14″ wheels
85cc AX PRO NIGHT
(11-15) 79-85cc 2-stroke – 19″/16″ wheels
Mini Sr
(12-15) 79-85cc 2-str/75-150cc 4-str
Supermini
(12-16) 79-112cc 2-str/75-150cc 4-str
Youth / Schoolboy
Schoolboy 1
(12-17) 122-125cc 2-stroke
Schoolboy 2
(12-17) 122-250cc – Must be 14 for 250cc
Girls Jr
(9-13) 65-85cc
College Boy
(18-24) 122-Open cc
Amateur Classes
Beginner Open
(14+) 122-Open cc • C class eligible only
250 C
(14+) 122-250cc – No mini/supermini
450 C
(14+) 122-Open cc – 16+ for 251cc+
250 B
(14+) 122-250cc – No mini/supermini
450 B
(14+) 122-Open cc – 16+ for 251cc+
Amateur Allstar
122-250cc – Must be 14 for 250cc
2-Stroke
(14+) 122-Open cc
Women / Vet / Masters
Women
(12+) 86-150cc 2-str/75-250cc 4-str
Vet 25+
(25+) 122-Open cc
Vet Open
(30+) 122-Open cc
Vet 40+
(40+) 122-Open cc
Warrior
(18+) 122-Open cc – Armed Forces
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* Not a championship class. Classes marked with an asterisk race for trophies and series awards only.
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PRO NIGHT These classes race on pro nights, showcasing amateurs alongside professional athletes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the AMA Amateur National Arenacross Championship
No — every event is stand-alone! You can enter any qualifying event without committing to the entire series. Each event winner earns an automatic spot at the National Championship.
No — gates are now earned! You must qualify through an official pathway. Last-chance races exist but spots are extremely limited (2-4 per event). We strongly encourage qualifying through the series.
YES! Watch the pros race on Friday night, then the rest of the weekend is dedicated to amateur competition. See the pros, then compete for your own #1 AMA plate!
The Championship is at Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma on February 21-22, 2026. This is where #1 AMA National Plates are awarded — rivaling Loretta Lynn's in prestige!
We expect 50-60 riders total on the gate. This includes automatic qualifiers, Top 5 point earners, last-chance winners, and Alliance partner qualifiers. Limited gates keep competition elite!
GT Arenacross is the Regional Series (heartland events). AMA Arenacross is the National Series (North, West, East regions). Both offer qualification through the Arenacross Alliance partnership.
AMA National Series: arenacrossusa.com | GT Regional Series: arenamotocross.com. Pre-registration recommended — spots fill quickly!
