GVC Ultimate Driving School - Mosport Intl.
Canadian Tire Motorsport ParkAbout this event
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Our highly trained and experienced in-car instructors coach participants at all levels of skill development, reinforcing the theory and practice of high performance driving taught in the classroom by one of our master classroom instructors.
Highlights include:
Instructors:
We provide extensive written materials to help prepare you and your vehicle prior to coming to the track. To make the experience more enjoyable for students and instructors new to Mosport, there will be a presentation the night before the event covering the schedule and curriculum of the driving school, route instructions to the track, the layout of the track facilities, where to go for help, and so forth.
ALMS Race and BMW Corral:
Special pricing is available to attend the ALMS race at Mosport on Sunday, July 24, just prior to the driving school on Monday and Tuesday. The ticket costs $75, and includes both entrance fee, parking in the corral, and access to the BMW Hospitality tent, which includes lunch and driver appearances.
Contact Dave Lanni for details and to purchase a ticket: dealanni@rochester.rr.com
- Car caravan: Want to go, but don't know anyone else who's going? GVC will assist US participants who wish to "caravan" with others to Canada, up and back. Helps relieve the anxiety of travelling alone far from home.
- Breakdown assistance: Worried what to do If you car becomes disabled? Rest easy. GVC will help arrange for vehicle transport (typically, on a participants trailer or hauler) back across the US border.
Accommodations
Quality Hotel and Conference Centre (formerly Holiday Inn Oshawa), located at 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa, Ontario (Exit 419 off the 401) as our “home base” for the Mosport event. http://www.qualityhoteloshawa.com
Reservations: 1-877-3989252 or 905-575-5101. Inform them you are with the Genesee Valley Chapter BMW CCA. Use the Code GVC BMW Club to get our reduced group rate. Rooms are limited, so please make your reservations early.
Event Check-in and vehicle tech: 6-8 PM on Sunday night at the Quality Hotel for both students and instructors. Check-in on Monday is 7:30 AM at the track .
Event Venue
Event requirements
Drivers: Drivers must be at least 18 years old at the time of the event, possess a valid state or national (foreign nationals) driver’s license.
US citizens are now required to carry a valid US Passport or a WHTI-compliant "Enhanced Driver's License" (NY State or equivalent) in order to cross the border into Canada and return to the US. A Canadian visa may also be necessary if you are not a US citizen. Please arrange to obtain these documents well in advance of the school to avoid a big disappointment.
Vehicles
Cars of any marque are welcome* if they conform to our technical and safety requirements as detailed on our Tech Inspection form (see below). This form must be completed and signed by a certified mechanic and by the driver, and presented at on-site check-in.
We specifically DO NOT allow the following:
1. OPEN-TOP CARS (convertibles, roadsters, etc.) EXCEPT vehicles with manufacturer-certified roll-over protection. Please email or call the Registrar if you are unsure whether your car is eligible, or have questions about this policy.
2. TRUCKS, SUVs, or SAVs (including BMW X3, X5, X6, Porsche Cayennes, etc.)
3. SINGLE-SEAT VEHICLES or VEHICLES LACKING A FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. Instructors ride with all students, and must be provided safe seating in the car.
*GVC reserves the right at any time to disqualify any vehicle deemed unsuitable or unsafe for use in our school.
Enrollment: Limited to 40 students, Advanced ('A' and 'B' level) and Intermediate ('C' level ~5-20 days experience), who have been "signed off" to run solo at previous driving schools. Number of days of experience is approximate, the more the better. Instructor enrollment is limited to 75.
Registration fee: Includes Ultimate Driving School shirt
Students: $349 (for two days)
Instructors: $199
(US or CDN)
Registration Procedure
· Registration is done on the Motorsportreg.com website.
· Registration closes one week prior to the event.
· Registration after the deadline is only possible by special arrangement, and only if there are still slots available or late cancellations (call or email the Registrar).
· Registration is not complete until payment has been received.
Cancellations: Fees are refundable before the deadline, subject to a 5% charge to cover fees for online registration. Alternatively, fees can be credited toward a future GVC Driving School without billing charge. Fees are non-refundable after the deadline unless another student is available to take the vacated slot. No refunds once you turn a wheel at the event.
Required Forms*
· Tech Inspection Form: When you have been accepted as a student for this event, you will receive an email confirmation. Attached to that email will be a Pre-Event Safety Inspection (“Tech”) Form and a Medical Form (see below), also available by following this link: GVC Tech & Medical Form (.pdf).
Please read these forms carefully well in advance of the event.
The Tech form specifies the minimum requirements for your track vehicle. You must have a competent professional mechanic inspect your car, make any needed repairs, and sign the Tech form to signify compliance. The GVC reserves the right to reject any vehicle that is deemed unsafe for track use.
· Emergency Medical Information and Contact Form: This form is used to provide information to medical professionals in a medical emergency; by signing this form you are explicitly permitting the GVC to distribute this information to the appropriate medical personnel. This form is for internal use only; it is retained only for a short period after the event, and then destroyed.
*You will not be allowed to participate in the school without first presenting completed and signed Tech / Medical forms at Check-in. No car failing inspection may be used on the track until it is repaired and re-inspected.
Waivers: At the time of check-in at the event and when first entering the track, all participants will be requested to sign waivers of liability, one for the GVC and BMW CCA, and another for the track.
Helmet:
· Snell-rated helmet (Snell 2000 or 2005, 'M' or 'SA', open or closed face) is required (note that 2011 is the last year Snell 2000 helmets will be accepted).
· Loaner helmets available only for guests taking rides with instructors. Participants must bring their own helmet.
Questions?
For answers to questions regarding registration or our Driving Schools in general, please email the GVC registrar.
If you are an instructor for other chapters or car clubs, but have never instructed for us, please visit the Instructing with GVC web page for information about how to become an instructor for the GVC.
