About this event
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Advanced Driving Techniques Seminar and Driving School
with
Ross Bentley
Cams, injectors, and software reflash: $2700
Oil Cooler: $950
Stainless free-flow exhaust: $900
Bilstein PSS9 coil-over suspension package: $1,400
Two-day seminar with Ross Bentley at Watkins Glen: Priceless!
We spend lots of money making our cars go faster, but what do we invest in making ourselves better drivers?
GVC is “cranking it up another notch” this year by offering a special two-day Speed Secrets Advanced Driving Techniques School with Ross Bentley as chief instructor. Ross Bentley is truly unique in the world of motorsports education. His highly-regarded Speed Secrets www.speedsecrets.com books are must-reads for all drivers, from novice to professional racer. Ross’ systematic approach to driver development is world famous. Ross will be assisted by a professional driving coach from the Speed Secrets organization, and highly-experienced senior GVC in-car instructors will work with you on the track.
Seminar Topics include: Common errors // 100% Tire Rule // De-mystifying Trail Braking // The Speed Equation // Slip Angles // Driving at the Limit // How to best learn a track // Tune my car or tune my driving? // Self coaching techniques // The art of brake application and release // Change of speed // Driving dynamics, traction circle // Springs, anti-roll bars, shock absorbers, tires //and much, much more!
About Watkins Glen
Event requirements
Drivers: Drivers must be at least 18 years old at the time of the event, and possess a valid state or national (foreign nationals) driver’s license.
Vehicles
Cars of any marque are welcome* if they conform to our technical and safety requirements as detailed on our Tech Inspection form (see below). This form must be completed and signed by a certified mechanic and by the driver, and presented at on-site check-in.
We specifically DO NOT allow the following:
1. OPEN-TOP CARS (convertibles, roadsters, etc.) EXCEPT vehicles with manufacturer-certified roll-over protection. Please email or call the Registrar if you are unsure whether your car is eligible, or have questions about this policy.
2. TRUCKS, SUVs, or SAVs (including BMW X3, X5, X6, Porsche Cayennes, etc.)
3. SINGLE-SEAT VEHICLES or VEHICLES LACKING A FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. Instructors ride with all students, and must be provided safe seating in the car.
*GVC reserves the right at any time to disqualify any vehicle deemed unsuitable or unsafe for use in our school.
Enrollment: ~110 students divided across 3 run groups, including Advanced 'A' and 'B' Groups (~20 or more days experience), and a combined Intermediate/Novice'C' Group (~5-20 days; ~0-4 days, respectively). The number of days of experience is approximate. Instructors and club racers make up the remaining two run groups on the schedule at this school.
Registration fee: Includes garage party and Ultimate Driving School shirt
Ross Bentley Seminar and School: $475 BMW CCA members, $525 non-members. Join BMW CCA today!
BMW CCA Members: $400 (US/CAN)
Non-members: $440 Join BMW CCA today!
Novices: $300 members, $320 non-members
The $100 discount is only for BMW CCA members who have never been to a Genesee Valley Chapter driving school. First-timers must run in the Novice (D) Group. This offer is limited to a maximum of 35 novice students at each school.
Registration Procedure
· Registration is done on the Motorsportreg.com website.
· Registration closes two weeks prior to the event.
· Registration after this deadline is only possible by special arrangement, and only if there are still slots available or late cancellations (call the Registrar).
· Registration is not complete until the application has been filled out and payment has been received.
Cancellations: Fees are refundable before the deadline, subject to a 5% charge to cover billing. Alternatively, fees can be credited toward a future GVC Driving School without billing charge. Fees are non-refundable after the deadline unless another student is available to take the vacated slot.
Required Forms*
· Tech Inspection Form: When you have been accepted as a student for this event, you will receive an email confirmation. Attached to that email will be a Pre-Event Safety Inspection (“Tech”) Form and a Medical Form (see below), also available by following this link: GVC Tech & Medical Form (.pdf).
Please read these forms carefully well in advance of the event.
The Tech form specifies the minimum requirements for your track vehicle. You must have a competent professional mechanic inspect your car, make any needed repairs, and sign the Tech form to signify compliance. The GVC reserves the right to reject any vehicle that is deemed unsafe for track use.
· Emergency Medical Information and Contact Form: This form is used to provide information to medical professionals in a medical emergency; by signing this form you are explicitly permitting the GVC to distribute this information to the appropriate medical personnel. This form for internal use only; it is retained only for a short period after the event, at which time it is destroyed.
*You will not be allowed to participate in the school without first presenting completed and signed Tech / Medical forms at Check-in. No car failing inspection may be used on the track until it is repaired and re-inspected.
Waivers: At the time of check-in at the event and when first entering the track, all participants will be requested to sign waivers of liability, one for the GVC and BMW CCA, and another for the track.
Helmet:
· A Snell-rated helmet (Snell 2000 or 2005, 'M' or 'SA', open or closed face) is required.
· Loaner helmets are available only for guests taking demonstration rides with instructors. Participants must bring their own helmet.
Questions?
For answers to questions regarding registration or our Driving Schools in general, please email the GVC registrar.
If you are an instructor for other chapters or car clubs, but have never instructed for us, please visit the Instructing with GVC web page for information about how to become an instructor for the GVC.
