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 vehicles:

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: Students divided into Advanced/Intermediate (A and B students) group (~20 or more days experience), and a combined Intermediate/Novice (C and D) 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

BMW CCA Members: $420 (US)

Non-members: $460 Join BMW CCA before registering to get the members pricing: http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=new_member

Novices: $320 members, $360 non-members

The $100 discount is only for first-time drivers who have never been to a Genesee Valley Chapter driving school. Novices must run in the Novice (D) Group. This offer is limited to a maximum of 35 novice students (30 members, 5 non-members) at each school.

Registration Procedure

· Registration is done on the Motorsportreg.com website.

· Registration closes approximately one week prior to the event.

· Registration after the deadline is only possible by special arrangement, and only if there are still slots available or late cancellations (call or email the Registrar).

· Registration is not complete until 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 to avoid the 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 at the event; by signing this form you are explicitly permitting the GVC to distribute this information to the appropriate medical personnel. This form is for internal use only; it is retained only for a short period following the event, after which 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.