Jay Schippers has been riding BMX since he was just four years old, following in the footsteps of his older brothers. Growing up in Bergeijk, a small town in the Netherlands, Jay and his family traveled the world to fulfill his passion for BMX racing.

 

With the help of his family, teams, and never quitting motivation and desire to become the best, Jay was selected for the new talent team program set up by the KNWU at Papendal in 2012. This is a renowned sports training center located in the Netherlands that offers state-of-the-art facilities and services for athletes, coaches, and teams from a wide range of sports, including BMX racing. The center is considered one of the top training centers in the World and has produced many successful athletes.