So you want to take the next step and actually go motor racing? The first thing you will need is an MSA National B competition licence.
You can take the course here at Thruxton in a Porsche Cayman 2.9. There is a set procedure to secure your licence which is set out by the MSA:
Please remember that although you will receive tuition and help on your course, the main purpose is to test your suitability to hold a competition licence. If you feel you would benefit from additional track time, we offer an ARDS PLUS course which caters for this need. Click here for more info.
Once you have successfully completed the course you must send all the relevant paperwork to the MSA to be validated:
MSA Motorsport House, Riverside Park, Colnbrook, Slough, SL3 0HG Telephone: 01753 681736
Thruxton also run the Junior ARDS course for 14 to 16 year olds and up. The cost is ?600. Below is the criteria for applicants: 1. The minimum age for a driver to take the course and hold a Race Licence is 14 years old 2. Application must be supported by or received from a Junior Race Championship organizing club. These are BARC (Junior Ginetta), BRSCC (T-Cars) and 750 Motor Club (SaxMax).
Once they have completed the Junior ARDS Training Programme the registered Thruxton Junior ARDS Instructor will sign off their application. Their licence will then be issued in the name of the driver but held by the organizing club of their championship (until they are 16 years old ? then they will hold a full licence).
For more information on the ARDS Junior Driver Training Programme, please call 01264 882222.
The Porsche Cayman is a genuine junior supercar. Similar in looks to the 911 but with a mid-engine layout.
Out on track the car gives incredible feedback, allowing the driver to build in confidence and enjoy the increased power and incredible grip that the car generates.
Gift pack will include our current brochure, list of dates to attend and a personalised card for the recipient with their name and a personalised message.
The ARDS can be purchased as an open gift voucher valid for 1 year from the date of purchase
The ARDS test operates from Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire
We operate on selected weekdays and Saturdays. Please note: there is a ?10 premium if you choose to book on a Saturday, payable when a date is booked
Drivers must hold a full licence | On the day drivers must wear clothes that cover their arms and legs | Helmets, race boots and gloves are provided
Spectators are welcome - free of charge
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