About this event
SORRY! We are full and have had to close registrations! We are starting a waitlist. There is a strong likelihood that we will add some drivers as others drop out, so please send me an email if you would like to be on the waitlist: danddwarner@att.net. Give me your name and your driving group (if you are a novice, tell me "novice"), and your phone number. I'll get back to you ASAP!
If your name is not listed below, DON'T register as you will lose at least part of your registration fee! Instead, email me at danddwarner@att.net to see if there are available spaces.
Here are the waitlist names that are APPROVED to register and your approved group - Sign up immediately, and I'll see you at Buttonwillow!
Ari Gertler, C
Mark Jacobs, C
Gareth Monks, D
Stephen Fong, C
Ezra Burke, B
Marc Umeda, A
John Donnelly, D
Canyon Chan, A
Dave Kato, A
Markus Canter, A
Mason Canter, B (or the two Canters can switch A and B)
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The Central California Chapter of the BMW Car Club of America is proud to offer a one-day BMW CCA High Performance Driving School on Friday, May 16, 2014 at Buttonwillow Raceway! BMW CCA Driving Schools are conducted on a closed circuit and supervised by experienced instructors. Holding a school on a closed venue eliminates all outside influences, resulting in a safer learning environment. The primary emphasis of the High Performance Driving School is a "hands-on" driving experience in your own car with a BMW CCA Driving Instructor sitting beside you.
You will learn how to handle and control your car in this secure environment, which will prepare you for emergencies and allow you to develop new driving skills and explore your car’s capabilities. In addition to one-on-one instruction with your instructor, classroom sessions help teach driving theory which you then get to apply on the track. A driving school is an excellent way to enjoy your car, while building skills and driving proficiency. The school is open to students of all skill levels. Novices with no track event experience are welcome! Our A group will feature the A+ curriculum. Note: open cars and convertibles are not allowed!
Registration Fee:
- $275 for members of the BMW Car Club of America
- $323 for non-members, which includes a one-year BMW CCA membership!
Please register immediately. We intend to keep registration open until May 9, but may close it earlier if we fill the school!
Event requirements
THURSDAY NIGHT EARLY CHECK-IN
Early check-in registration will be held at poolside of Motel 6 West (20645 Tracy Avenue, Buttonwillow, CA, 93206) on Thursday night from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. This is a great time to meet people, see some cool cars, and get on-site registration done early (avoids the hassle the following morning). Bring your Snell 2005 or newer helmet for inspection along with your completed, signed and stamped tech inspection form.
TRACK LOCATION
Buttonwillow Raceway Park is located at 24551 Lerdo Highway, Buttonwillow, about 28 miles northwest of Bakersfield, just 1/2 mile west of I-5 on Lerdo Highway. The motels are about 10 miles south of the track, immediately east of I-5.
TRACK SCHEDULE
The track will be open at 7:00 a.m. Your utmost cooperation, timely arrival and attention to announcements are vital to ensure sufficient track time for everyone. This is a team effort and your contribution improves the quality for all. Track configuration for this event will be configuration #1 clockwise, using Bus Stop, Lost Hill and Star Mazda. Go to http://www.buttonwillowraceway.com/ to view the track map.
A rough outline of the schedule for the day is as follows:
7:00 a.m. Gates to Buttonwillow open
7:15 a.m. On-site registration opens – MUST register if you missed Thursday night registration at the hotel
8:00 a.m. Mandatory drivers’ meeting
9:00 a.m. Track is open
5:00 p.m. Track is closed
Drivers’ Meeting – Attendance is mandatory. If you show up late to the 8:00 AM drivers’ meeting or miss it entirely, we will do our best to review the key points with you in lieu of your first run session!
THINGS TO DO AND CONSIDER BEFORE THIS EVENT
Study The HPDE Student Info Packet - The information on passing, procedures, etc., is provided so that you can learn as much as possible before you show up at the track. The more you understand in advance, the smoother the event will go for all of us.
Attire – Comfortable clothes are a must. Loose fitting pants, shirts, etc., flat-soled shoes (like any type of sneaker) is fine. Full Nomex race gear is okay too but not necessary.
Helmets - Helmets are required to be Snell SA2005 or M2005 or newer. Snell SA2000 and M2000 helmets are no longer accepted. Bring your helmet to registration for inspection. If you do not have your own helmet, don't worry - Buttonwillow Raceway has helmets that can be rented for a nominal fee.
Family and friends – Spectators are welcomed provided that they do not distract from the participants and can care for themselves. Remember that the raceway facility requires $10.00 per person per event of all persons entering the facility payable at the gate. Participants are not allowed to have passengers on-track other than an instructor. Rides around the track are encouraged with an instructor, in an instructor’s car, as time permits. Persons younger than 18 years old are not permitted on-track. Pets are not allowed at the facility.
Lodging – Students generally room at one of the two following hotels. Make your reservations as soon as possible!
Motel 6 West (formerly Red Roof Inn), 20645 Tracy Ave., Buttonwillow, CA 93206. Tel: (661) 764-5121
Motel 6 North, 20638 Tracy Ave., Buttonwillow, CA 93206. Tel: (661) 764-5153
Lunch – Lunch for the students will be provided and is included in your registration fee. Limited additional lunches can be purchased via this sign-up process, or at the event.
Forms to bring to the track - You must bring a current vehicle tech inspection form, a medical information sheet, and a general waiver form (find them here):
Vehicle tech inspections – A tech inspection, which consists of a thorough inspection of your car by a qualified mechanic or other qualified person, will be required in advance of the track event. The inspection focuses on the engine compartment condition, brakes, tires, suspension, steering, etc., in an attempt to ensure the cars have adequate systems before they are driven on the track. Although it is acceptable, if you are qualified, to do a self-inspection, it is highly recommended that your technical inspection form be completed by known BMW shops. To ensure safety of all participants, we must insist on a proper safety inspection being carried out by qualified individuals. This is for your benefit and safety, as well as the safety of other drivers on the track. A tech inspection form is available here and is to be completed, signed and brought to on-site registration.
Waivers - Waivers and school info can be found at: (http://cccbmwcca.wordpress.com/driving-events/high-performance-driving-school/).
Cars - Cars need not be BMWs, but open cars, convertibles, pickups, minivans, SAVs and SUVs are not allowed.
TRACK DAY PREPARATION AND PROCEDURES
Read "The HPDE Student Info Packet" that you can find on our website, here.
There will be a pre-registration available Thursday evening by the pool at Motel 6 West (20645 Tracy Avenue, Buttonwillow, CA, 93206) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
On-site registration will also be available Friday morning at the track around 7:15 am (arrive by 7:00!). It is your responsibility to arrive to the track on time, get registered, attend the driver meeting and get prepared for your sessions.
Upon arrival at the track, you will need to find a parking spot and empty your car of all loose objects, including hubcaps and trim rings.
There will be designated passing zones and passing will only be done within these designated areas, except if "Open Passing" is initiated in the "A" run group sessions, which will be announced by the instructor group. We will be using the point-by rules, which will be strictly enforced. No point-by, no pass.
There will be no timing allowed at this event.
There is a 10-mile per hour speed limit in the paddock area. This will be strictly enforced.
We at the Central California Chapter of the BMW Car Club of America are looking forward to your participation with us at this event!
