AX Promotions and FIM North America Unveil Groundbreaking FIM North America Championship Arenacross Series
Port Huron, MI – September 4, 2025 – AX Promotions, in collaboration with the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme North America (FIM NA), is proud to announce its partnership launching the FIM North America Championship Arenacross Series. This groundbreaking series marks a new chapter for AMA Arenacross, expanding its legacy beyond the United States to include thrilling events across Canada and the U.S., sanctioned under the FIM NA.
The 2025-2026 season kicks off with a dynamic lineup of races designed to showcase the sport’s raw energy and athletic prowess. Highlights include:
Calgary, Canada: Hosted in conjunction with Moto Canada and The Motorcycle and Powersport Shows, this event will electrify fans with heart-pounding Arenacross action surrounded by the latest in motorcycle innovation, gear and culture, amplifying the sport’s thrill in the heart of Alberta.
Toronto, Canada: Timed perfectly with the North American International Motorcycle Supershow, this stop will immerse fans in a comprehensive celebration of two-wheeled culture, featuring Arenacross battles amid exhibits, demos and industry innovations.
Daytona Beach, USA – The Daytona Clash: The season finale unfolds amidst the electrifying energy of Daytona Bike Week. The FIM NA Champion will be crowned in an adrenaline-charged spectacle under the Florida sun with Bike Week’s legendary vibe, delivering an unforgettable fusion of speed, sand and glory.
Huntington Beach, CA – Moto Beach Classic: Southern California’s most iconic fusion of moto, music, and surf returns to Bolsa Chica with a high-octane twist. Round 1 of the AMA FIM Arenacross Championship launches the season on a full-scale dirt track just steps from the Pacific, marking the only beachside motocross race in SoCal. From pro battles to local hero TT races, stunt shows, custom bikes, and live music under the sun, Moto Beach delivers a one-of-a-kind celebration of speed, style, and surf culture.
This FIM NA-sanctioned championship ushers in a new era for the sport by bringing the prestige of an FIM NA Championship to Arenacross. As Arenacross enjoys a surge in popularity, with record attendance and viewership in recent years, this series marks a transformative milestone, elevating the sport to unprecedented heights. By uniting top tier riders from across the continent, it fosters international talent development and inspires a new generation of fans, cementing Arenacross as a continental force in motorsport.
Marking this historic partnership, AMA Chief Operating Officer and FIM NA General Secretary James Holter stated: “AMA Arenacross has been bringing excitement to U.S. fans for decades, and we’re looking forward to expanding into Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Motorcycle Association, to create the FIM NA Arenacross Championship. With the U.S. rounds continuing to crown AMA Arenacross Champions, riders who compete in the Canadian rounds as well will also vie for FIM NA titles, bringing unprecedented prestige to the series.”
AMA Director of Racing and FIM NA Vice President Mike Pelletier also expressed his enthusiasm, adding: “We’re celebrating 40 years of AMA Arenacross in the U.S., and this partnership with FIM NA is a historic milestone for the series. By working with AX Promotions to expand into Canada alongside other premier events like Moto Canada and Bike Week, we’re taking Arenacross to a continental stage. The AMA looks forward to championing this evolution, bringing riders and fans together for unmatched competition and historic racing moments.”
Shawn Smith, AX Promotions Managing Director, added: “The growth of AMA Arenacross has been phenomenal, and partnering with FIM North America to launch this North American Championship is the pinnacle of that evolution. We’re building something legendary here — get ready for a season that redefines excitement.”
The FIM North America Championship Arenacross Series is poised to shape the future of off-road motorcycle racing, blending tradition with innovation to create must-see events. For more details on schedules, tickets and rider entries, visit arenacrossusa.com or follow on social media.
About AX Promotions
The AMA Arenacross Championship is one of the most dynamic indoor motocross racing series in the United States, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association. Known for its intense, bar-to-bar competition and fan-friendly atmosphere, the series features top professional riders and emerging amateur talent battling on technical dirt tracks inside arenas across the world. With a focus on accessibility, entertainment, and grassroots development, AMA Arenacross continues to serve as a vital stepping stone for racers aiming to reach the highest levels of the sport.
About FIM NA
FIM North America (FIM NA) includes three national federations: the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), Canadian Motorcycle Association and the Barbados Motoring Federation (BMF). It is one of six Continental Unions (CONUs) recognized as a geographical subdivision of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM).
FIM NA establishes a yearly calendar of continental championship events, declaring champions in selected disciplines and classes. In addition, its member federations issue CONU licenses to riders participating in FIM NA events, and FIM NA issues licenses to riders participating in continental championship events organized by other CONUs.
About the AMA
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. Besides offering members money-saving discounts on products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a recently revitalized and monthly full-color magazine (and digital version of same) that covers current events and motorcycle history with brilliant photography and compelling writing. American Motorcyclist is also North America’s largest-circulation magazine. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com.