About this event
**NOTE: This event is limited to 24 participants**
Join us for the WIMNA Drives – VIR: Women’s Track Day, a premier event for women interested in motorsports held at the VIRginia International Raceway on October 8th and 9th, 2024. This exclusive track day experience offers a unique opportunity to drive exotic cars, enhance driving skills, and connect with influential women in motorsports.
Event Details
- Dates: October 8-9, 2024
- Location: VIRginia International Raceway (VIR)
- Accommodation: The Lodge at VIR
- Special Guests: Heidi Evock (Former Boeing Executive Bodyguard) and Christina Lam, Sportscar and Endurance Racer
- Test Drive Vehicles: Aston Martin, Ferrari, Porsche (courtesy of Foreign Cars Italia)
- Coaches: Peter Heffring, Kaizen Autosport Coaches and Mia Walsh, PCA National Drivers' Education Chair, Diane Sullenberger, PCA Potomac Region, Kira Mellups, PCA First Settlers Region
- Hosts: Connie Nyholm, Owner & CEO at VIRginia International Raceway and Cindy Sisson, Executive Director, Women in Motorsports North America, Katie Tuttle, Owner, Tuttle Motorsports, and Tamsen Beroth, Owner, Speedology Lifestyle Solutions
- Insurance: Incident insurance is required. The premium is $275 per car. There is a $9000 deductible as the maximum out-of-pocket expense for a participant in the event of a crash.
- For convertibles: You must have a rollbar two inches above the helmet with the driver seated in the driver position in the car.
Tuesday, October 8th, 2024
- 1:00 PM: Arrival and Check-in at The Lodge at VIR
- 1:30 PM: Welcome Session and Situational Awareness Insights by Heidi Evock
- 3:00 PM: Exotic Car "Test Drive" Driving Experience (Aston Martin, Ferrari, Porsche)
- 5:00 PM: Track Walk with Peter Heffring
- 6:00 PM: Dinner at Connie's Pub hosted by Foreign Cars Italia
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024
- 8:00 AM: Breakfast sponsored by Hagerty
- 9:00 AM: Car Control Clinics (Skid Pad and Autocross)
- 11:00 AM: Driving Sessions on the Patriot Course
- 12:00 PM: Lunch sponsored by HMS Motorsports
- 1:30 PM: Event Conclusion and Achievement Celebration
Pricing Options
- $1,500: Drive your car
- $2,500: Drive a Kaizen late-model high-performance sportscar
Both packages include:
- All activities
- Safety equipment
- Meals
- One night’s accommodation on October 8th
The package does not include:
- Track insurance for your own vehicle
Extended Stay Option
- Additional Night (October 9th): $194.53 (Double occupancy available)
Key Highlights
- Empowerment: Engage with industry leaders and gain confidence in a supportive environment amongst individuals eager to educate and assist women stepping into the motorsports industry.
- Skill Development: Improve driving skills through expert-led clinics and sessions.
- Networking: Build connections with like-minded women passionate about motorsports.
- Exclusivity: Experience high-performance cars in a professional and welcoming setting.
Questions Please Contact:
- For extended stay hotel arrangements call The Lodge at VIR directly 434-822-7700 x101
- Note: The discounted rate will apply for extra nights for anyone who has the 10/8 reservation under WIMNA.
- For additional questions about the track side activities and Kaizen Performance rental cars go to www.kaizenautosport.com
- General questions - Stacy Puckett at WIMNA stacy@womeninmotorsportsna.com
For more information on WIMNA - check out www.womeninmotorsportsna.com
Thank you for considering the WIMNA Drives – VIR: Women’s Track Day experience. We eagerly await your arrival for an unforgettable journey into the world of women in motorsport.
