The Jordan Cycling Federation is the official body responsible for managing and developing the sport of cycling in Jordan. Established in 1982, the federation aims to promote the culture of cycling across the Kingdom and encourage widespread participation. It operates under the Jordan Olympic Committee and is part of the national sports organizations that seek to elevate Jordan’s athletic performance on local, regional, and international levels.
The federation places a strong emphasis on developing the sport of cycling and enhancing the skills and performance of cyclists and champions to achieve the highest competitive and organizational standards in championships. It also seeks to expand the base of cycling enthusiasts across the Kingdom.
The federation works to raise the competitiveness of cycling in Jordan by organizing local and international championships and preparing national teams to participate in regional and global tournaments, including the Olympic Games, World Championships, Asian Championships, and Arab Championships. It also supports the development of advanced training programs and provides resources for technical and administrative staff.
In addition to its athletic focus, the federation promotes cycling as a healthy and sustainable mode of transportation. It works to raise public awareness of cycling within the community and collaborates with international and regional bodies to improve cycling infrastructure and ensure a favorable environment for cyclists.
Through these efforts, the Jordan Cycling Federation aspires to be a model of sports development both locally and internationally. It aims to foster sustainable growth in sports and encourage Jordanian youth to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle.
Objectives:
- Expand Participation: Increase the number of cyclists and clubs in Jordan, and establish cycling academies throughout the Kingdom.
- Develop Infrastructure: Focus on improving cycling infrastructure (equipment and tracks) to enhance efficiency and accessibility.
- Promote Competitions: Organize championships for all clubs to promote the sport and reinforce fair competition.
- Enhance Federation Efficiency: Improve the federation’s performance in all aspects and advance cycling at every level.
- Attract and Develop Talent: Recruit and develop skilled coaches and referees, while encouraging retired athletes to take on new roles within the sport.
- National Representation: Manage the affairs of cycling and nurture a strong sense of loyalty and national pride, ensuring Jordan’s representation on the world stage.
- Promote Sportsmanship: Foster a culture of sportsmanship, ethics, and fair play, and prevent discrimination and unsportsmanlike conduct.
- Anti-Doping Awareness: Raise awareness about the dangers of doping in sports, enforce strict anti-doping regulations, and clarify the consequences for violations.
- Environmental and Health Awareness: Promote environmental preservation and emphasize the importance of physical and mental health among youth.
- Combat Sports Violence: Fight against all forms of sports-related violence and injustice, and uphold the integrity of competitions.
- Empower Women: Encourage women's participation in cycling programs and eliminate discrimination based on race, gender, language, religion, or politics.
Tasks:
- Manage Operations: Oversee the technical, financial, and administrative aspects of cycling, creating and supervising programs involving clubs, members, and athletes.
- Develop Programs: Implement programs that promote the sport nationwide and elevate its level of performance.
- Establish Standards: Set standards and principles for refereeing, coaching, and training.
- Uphold International Principles: Ensure adherence to international sports principles and protect practitioners.
- Regulate Professionalism: Govern professional cycling in accordance with international federation rules and with the committee’s approval.
- Organize Competitions: Facilitate competitions and championships across Jordan, establishing the necessary rules and regulations.
- Prepare National Teams: Organize and train national teams for participation in Olympic, global, continental, and regional tournaments, with committee approval.
- Conduct Research: Lead research efforts, organize conferences on sports issues, and manage relevant training centers.
- Authorize Participation: Approve club participation in domestic and international competitions and supervise events held within the Kingdom.
- Coordinate Club Efforts: Facilitate collaboration among member clubs, particularly regarding international competitions.
- Offer Guidance: Provide advice and mediation to member clubs in cases of dispute.
- Represent Jordan Internationally: Represent Jordan at international sports events and meetings or organize them domestically with committee approval.
- Establish Tournament Grades: Set tournament levels and organize matches between member clubs, awarding titles and prizes.
- Manage Player Registrations: Oversee player registrations at clubs and their representation in competitions.
- Regulate Player Transfers: Govern player transfers between clubs in line with international federation rules.
- Support Amateur Cyclists: Organize amateur cycling groups, fostering coordination and encouragement among them.
- Engage the Private Sector: Foster relationships with the private sector to develop the sport in Jordan.
- Join International Federations: Become part of international, continental, and regional federations recognized by the International Olympic Committee, and nominate representatives to these organizations.
- Promote Official Competitions: Organize club competitions and participate in official championships.