IRDC Competition School #1 info on May 10, 2024 (653961) | MotorsportReg.com

INTERNATIONAL RACE DRIVERS CLUB
Friday, May 10th, 2024

Competition Driving School:

A unique drivers school sanctioned by the International Conference of Sports Car Clubs (ICSCC).  Typically our instructors are licensed race drivers as well as highly experienced track drivers. This is a non-competitive driver education program, organized by IRDC, and held at Pacific Raceways Kent, Washington.  For any specific questions about this event, the chief driving instructor Steve Barnes, may be reached at chiefinstructor@irdc-racing.com

This event is limited to 20 participants.  Enrollment is on a first come, first served basis. Wait listed drivers will be notified if a spot becomes available.

NOTE: Student Registration Closes: Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Midnight

NOTE: The Wednesday before the school there is a mandatory 3 hour classroom session via Zoom meeting.  The zoom meeting, and meeting details will be emailed to students the Monday before.

Competition Driving School Requirements/Information

Following registration the Chief Instructor will contact your via email with additional information and announcements if needed. 

Entry Fee: Competition Driving School $350, includes 1 yr membership in IRDC 

You need a valid credit card registered with MSR.  Your card will not be charged till the day of the event.

Instructors are needed.  You must be a licensed Senior Driver.  Please sign-up by using this event.

Driver Training Information:

This driver training course not only a great introduction to high performance driving but is also a gateway to competition racing with ICSCC for those drivers who are ready to advance. You will receive a high level of in-car instruction to learn the "racing line" at Pacific Raceway as well as classroom instruction that covers everything from race preparation, car control, passing protocol and advanced flag recognition. If you are thinking about competitive racing, this course is great for taking your HP Lapping skills to the next level whether or not you eventually plan to go racing. Your instructors will all be competition-licensed race car drivers with many miles of race and track experience. Their goal is to help you achieve your goals. 

After the successful completion of this driving course, for drivers who want to pursue racing, your skills and readiness for racing will be assessed by your instructor who will determine, along with our Chief Driving Instructor, if we can recommend you to the Conference License Director for a Novice Racing License. At the end of the day you will be given details about the ICSCC Novice Program and how to take the next step towards racing.

School Schedule on Friday
Message to Instructors - IMPORTANT - MUST READ
Driver Evaluation Form

For more information CLICK HERE

Requirements for Cars:

•     Sound mechanical condition. No loose parts/pieces, nuts/bolts
•     Fluids filled - oil, water, transmission.
•     Good belts, hoses and BRAKES
•     3/32" minimum tire tread depth or race tires in good condition
•     Clean inside and out, including engine compartment
•     All loose items removed, including spare tire, jack, etc; Battery secured
•     Open top and convertible cars MUST have a properly installed 
       roll bar at a minimum AND must have 5 or 6 point harness for both driver and passenger
•     No after market Miata hardtops, must be factory original hardtop 
•     The top of the main hoop must be at least 2" above the driver's
      helmet when in a normal seated position
•     Factory "pop-up" roll-over protection is NOT acceptable and there will be no exceptions
•     Glass headlights taped to prevent possible breakage.
•     Two seats with working seat belts. Prefer the passenger seat harness
      to be equal to driver harness
• For complete requirements regarding convertibles please see Appendix E of the ICSCC Policies and and Procedures