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FAQ
frequently asked questions
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GENERAL SCHOOL QUESTIONS I already have a competition license, can I still take the racing school?
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REGISTRATION QUESTIONS
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I already have a competition license, can I still take the racing school? Yes, many of our students are seasoned racers who are looking to refresh their skills, improve their finishing position or are looking for tenths on the track. You may also consider an advance coaching session. Call us for details.
Does the school offer consecutive lapping and are the laps timed? Yes, all lapping sessions are 20 -30 minutes in duration and all laps are consecutive. Laps are timed during the race school and all students are individually briefed as appropriate.
Track time is important so you can apply the advanced driving and racing techniques learned in the classroom session.
Is passing allowed during the school? Yes, passing is allowed, although in the interest of safety, we do our best to keep students well separated while on the track so that passing is not necessary while students are learning and implementing new driving / racing techniques. Passing drills and practice starts are included in the racing schools.
How much does the school cost and when is payment due? Can I pay at the School? Pricing for FAASST Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze packages are listed here on our website under the RACE or HPDE tabs above. Students are responsible for paying their own "track lapping fee" at the school venue in addition to the school cost. Full payment is due at time of registration. We encourage you to register early to ensure your spot and to receive the benefits of our pre-class correspondence.
What is your payment and cancellation policy? Can I cancel and get a refund if I cannot make the school date for some reason? Our Faasst payment, refund and cancellation policy is posted on our website here.
Will I fail the course if I spin out or go ‘off track’? No, students may spin or go ‘off track’ when learning new skills. Safety is paramount and while we don’t encourage spins or driving off the track, we do understand that it can be a normal part of track driving and the learning process when a student is trying hard or giving his / her all. Spinning or going off track is noted by the school and may be reprimanded by the track facility.
Does the school run in adverse weather conditions or in the rain? The school will run rain or shine. Other weather conditions are monitored and decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, as appropriate. You will not lose your registration fee if we cancel the school due to weather. If we run the school in the rain, however, and you choose not to participate, you will be considered and no show and all monies paid will be forfeited.
Who can I bring with me to the school? You may bring one pit crew member with you to assist you during the school. Additional family members and friends may attend the school and assist in the pits. All attending must sign the track liability waiver and the FAASST liability waiver. You are responsible for the behavior of everyone that you bring to the track with you.
Do I need to have any track driving or racing experience before I register for the school? No, as long as you have a valid street driving license, and are at least 16 years of age, you may participate in any of our schools. Some exceptions may apply. Cars and driver's gear must conform to and pass the appropriate tech inspection.
Is there a two day racing school offered? The Platinum Package is our 2 day Race School and is only offered at track failities when the track schedule permits.
How fast you drive will be up to you. However, we carefully control the track environment so that safety is never compromised. Due to the natural progression of the school, students learn how to approach normal high performance or competition racing speeds by the end of the day.
Will I be driving alone or with an instructor? Our curriculum is designed for single seat open wheel race cars, caged closed wheel race cars, and multi seat street cars. In order to keep the teaching enviornment consistent, you will be driving alone in your car. Most students learn enough in classroom and in car control drills to navigate the racing circuit on their own.
Do I have to have a race car to participate?
The Racing School requires that you bring a race
prepared car to class. The race car must have an annual tech sticker or proof of a recent
tech inspection recorded in the vehicle log book. The car must have a log book. Street prepared cars
are ideal for our High Performance Courses and must pass the FAASST
technical inspection, a copy of which is provided here on our website.
What kind of driving gear do I need
for the school? Racing
participants must bring adequate racing gear as outlined in the SCCA
General Competition Rules, which includes a Snell Approved (SA) helmet, race gloves, shoes, and
a two layer suit (single layer with underwear accepted). High
performance students must bring a helmet,
leather palm gloves, long pants, comfortable shirt and shoes. All of our
students may purchase Racing Gear
and other racing accessories from FAASST. Order early so that you have it in time for your class. How do I know if my car will pass tech inspection? Race prepared cars attending our Platinum or Gold Package Race Schools must have a log book or annual tech completed by the SCCA, NASA or another well recognized sanctioned race body. Street cars attending our Silver or Bronze Package High Performance Driving Schools must pass our HP Tech Inspection which can be viewed online here. Please contact us if you have any additional questions:
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