The performance pathway to the exciting world of motorsports
At the Podium Club, we offer a dynamic and personalized training experience designed for Amateur, Intermediate, and advanced riders with little formal training. With a dedicated 2-to-1 student-to-coach ratio, each rider receives focused, individualized coaching to ensure rapid skill development. What sets our program apart is our hands-on approach: after discussing a topic, riders immediately put it into practice on the track. Over the course of our immersive 2-day program, participants will continually demonstrate and refine new skills, accelerating their progress and boosting their confidence.
What to Expect
Riders will be on track around half the day, each day. We really work to balance with classroom training and riding motorcycles. Each day kicks off with a Track Walk. During the first day’s track walk, there is a focus on the primary lines most riders use and some reference points everyone can use. Day 2 – we will spend time learning turn in points, multiple apexes based on entry, acceleration points to effectively exit the corner and overall line review. The day 2 track walk is normally full of Q&A from our students.
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Video is a great tool and will be utilized throughout the training. Coaches will likely be recording video during riding sessions. We will show riders their original pace upon arrival and skillset post training at the end of day 2.
“The Podium Club Racing Academy not only imparts technical knowledge but also instills a mindset of continuous improvement.”
Day 1
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The majority of our focus on day 1 is spent on braking and accelerating.
Tires and general motorcycle set up recommendations are a part of the day 2 agenda
Trailing Braking, Brake Pressure, Brake Timing and Rear Brake utilization
Vision, Body Position, Finesse on the bike and being Smooth.
There will be time spent discussing line selection when approaching corners, we will conclude the day spinning laps by trying new lines and using the new skills trained during day 1.
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Our guests should expect to be around half the day in the classroom and the other half riding on track.
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The 2-Day and 3-Day GT Road Racing Class picks up the pace and spends more time focusing on the driving techniques used by the pros. Students learn how to execute these techniques and skillsets smoothly, consistently, and confidently, through repetition and practice during the various classroom sessions, track exercises, lead & follow track sessions, instructor ride & drives, and finally, open track sessions.
Focused Training
The 1-Day RUSH SR Grand Prix Class exposes the student racer to the world of sportscar racing using the new RUSH SR race car. Class begins with detailed introductions to the RUSH SR and the Podium Club circuit. Students experience shifting exercises, cornering exercises, and lead & follow track sessions before they are released on track for their first open track sessions in this exciting sports racer. Prerequisite for this class is the 2-Day GT Road Racing Class.
Advanced SCCA Accreditation Class
For students that are serious about getting into racing and taking their skills to the next level, the academy offers the 2-Day Advanced SCCA Drivers School class, where upon graduation, students will receive their SCCA Novice Permit with 1 SCCA race event credit. This SCCA Novice Permit allows the student to race in regional SCCA races, and after competing in two additional race events, students can then apply for their SCCA National Full Competition License.
All Podium Club Academy classes feature a 2:1 student to instructor ratio, ensuring that students get the best instruction and on track seat time possible.
"I without question recommend it to anyone who wants to develop their driving, a must for those wanting to improve their skills, knowledge and overall race craft!"
Private Coaching
The Podium Club Racing Academy also offers private one-on-one coaching for drivers and racers looking to improve their on track and race performances.
Custom tailored to your needs, private coaching will identify your strengths, along with areas of weakness, and fine-tune the driving techniques needed to accelerate your track performance through consistency and precision.
Half-day, One, and Two-day private coaching programs are available. Get a jump on your competition for the 2024 race season and sign-up today.
