About this event
BMWCCA PSR presents our 2014 High Performance Driving Event at The Ridge Motorsports Park in Shelton, WA
Join us for a fun and educational day at our local race track! Whether you want to improve your day to day driving skills or want to get the most out of your “Ultimate Driving Machine,” you will find what you need at our track events.
So you tried the Car Control Clinic, took a ride with an instructor and can't wait for more? Or are you a repeat offender looking for your next opportunity to put your car through its paces? Go Here:
High Performance Driver Education $250 for registrations until 5 pm September 8, 2014, $300 for registrations received September 9-11
These sessions are split into four driving groups, based on the skills and abilities of the participant and the vehicle. Here is a loose outline of each group:
D Group (NOVICE): If you are an experienced driver with little or no time at Pacific Raceways, you may find yourself assigned here to start and then being recommended to a more experienced group by your instructor. If you are brand new to the sport and have completed a Car Control Clinic, this is where you will begin to learn the skills to safely operate your vehicle around the road course with the assistance of an instructor. Limited "let by" areas allow faster vehicles to safely overtake those who are a bit slower. D Group is a great place to become comfortable with how your vehicle feels and handles at speeds greater than you can maintain safely on a public highway. As your ability and comfort level increases, your instructor may recommend that you move into....
C Group (Low Intermediate): This group is generally experienced with the track and the vehicle. Participants will work with instructors to perfect their driving line and master the skills necessary to safely navigate the vehicle around the course at speed. Performance skill like "heel and toe" are addressed, as well as development of effective traffic management techniques. Depending on the instructor, participants may be signed off to "solo" in this group. When you have gained the skills and confidence, the instructor may recommend that you move into....
B Group (High Intermediate): Ok, you know your way around the track and have demonstrated the abillity to do so safely at speed. Now it is time to work with your instructor to learn and master advanced driving techniques and lines. It is common for drivers to "solo" in this group and they set a fast pace. Faster, more experienced drivers will enjoy a few more "let by" zones in this group. Some drivers choose to stay in this group, but with the recommendation of your instructor and the Chief Driving Instructor, you may advance to:
A Group (Advanced): This a group of very experienced drivers who love to drive their cars at speed. Instructors are available to help learn and master new skills, but many drive "solo". Our volunteer instructors are welcome to participate during these sessions. If you are interested in becoming an HPDE instructor, the Chief Driving Instructor looks for Instructor Candidates in this group.
Event requirements
BMWCCA membership is required for participation in all BMWCCA PSR track events.
If you are not a member, please go to http://bmwcca.org to sign up and get a valid membership number. Event registrations will not be confirmed until membership can be validated by the Registrar.
High Performance Driving Requirements:
1. Valid Driver's License
2. Minimum age of 18 years
3. Enclosed vehicle - Convertibles are not permitted
4. Tech Inspection Form - http://bmwpugetsound.com/track_tech_sheet.pdf
Current (vehicle inspected in 2014) and completed (including Participant, Vehicle and Shop information - Remember your signature).
Inspection Forms will be collected by the Registrar and not returned to the participant. Please make a copy to keep for yourself if desired.
BMWCCA PSR will accept current and completed Porsche Club Tech Inspection Forms in lieu of the BMWCCA PSR form shown above.
If the BMWCCA PSR event staff should deem your vehicle inadequate to participate in this event, you will be asked to remove the vehicle from the participant area. Registration fees will not be refunded if the vehicle is removed from the event.
5. Sucessful completion of a BMWCCA PSR Car Control Clinic. Other driving instruction and experience may be accepted in lieu of this requirement with specific approval from the BMWCCA
PSR Chief Driving Instructor and Registrar. Please provide documentation when requesting this exception.
6. Minimum Snell 2005 SA or M rated Helmet
