About this event
Novice Licence Program:
This 2 day school is designed to provide graduates with the necessary technical skills to obtain a Class B (Novice) Regional Competition licence. The course of study will provide the on and off track skills necessary to participate in a Regional Race weekend. Candidates that submit the required licence application, medical form, annual waiver and proof of club affiliation will receive their licence at the end of the school on Sunday and may enter the BEMC Spring Trophy Races being held at the Canadian Tire Motorsports Park May 14-15.
The course assumes a basic level of driving experience and skill. The Regional Chief Instructor, Ray Arlauskas, will contact every candidate directly to discuss your previous experience and expectations of the course.
Full information on the requirements for participating in the school are in the school information package available on the CASC-OR website, and many questions are answered in this package
Novice Racing Experience:
This one or two day course is designed for individuals that want to learn the basics of performance driving, but do not intend to apply for a Regional Competition Licence at the end of the course. The course is designed for persons with little or no performance driving experience.
Full information on the requirements for participating in the school are in the NRE information package available on the CASC-OR website - please have a look.
Advanced Racer Program:
New for 2016, CASC-OR is offering an Advanced Racer Program for persons holding a Regional Class A or B Competition licence. You may regioster for one or two days of instruction. Class B licence holders may request observation by the Stewards and the event may be used as one of the three weekends required for advancement to an A licence.
All candidates will be contacted by the Regional Chief Driving Instructor, Ray Arlauskas, to discuss their prior experience and expectations for the course.
Full information on the requirements for participating in the Advanced Racer Program are in the ARP information package available on the CASC-OR website.
Event requirements
Eligibility:
Depending on the course of study, eligibility may vary.
Novice Licence Program - some previous high performance driving experience on a race track. Minimum age of 15 years old with parental consent. Candidates wishing to receive a Class B (Novice) Regional Competition licence immediately upon graduation need to submit the required application package (application form, proof of club membership, medical, annual waiver and a photo) to the CASC-OR office no later than May 1, 2016.
Novice Racing Experience - a valid Province of Onatrio Driver's Licence or other licence at the discretion of the Chief Insructor
Advanced Racer Program - you must hold a current CASC-OR Class A or B licence, or other licence at the discretion of the Chief Instructor. Class B licence holders amy apply to the Stewards to have thier driving log signed off after the course as the equivalent to one regional weekend.
Vehicles:
Your learning will be maximized by participating at the school in a vehicle equipped with the least technology (manual transmission, no ABS, no traction control, no electronic stabilization). Street cars must be roadworthy. Racecars are allowed but must have a properly mounted passenger seat for the instructor. Students intending to apply for a race licence immediately after successful completion of the school MUST use a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission. If you do not have a manual transmission but are otherwise successful at the school, you will only be eligible to apply for your novice licence if you are able to demonstrate, under observation at a test day, that you can successfully apply the skills learned at the school to a racing environment. Convertibles must meet the CASC Time Attack rollover protection regulations. (Contact us if you have any questions about running a convertible).
Safety Equipment:
A proper passenger seat and working DOT approved seat belt OR securely mounted race seat with racing harness, all in good condition, are required for both the driver and passenger(s). Instructors will be in the vehicles with the students. Helmets must meet one of the following certification standards: Snell M2005, M2010, K2005, K2010, SA2005, SA2010, SAH2010 or SA2015.
A small number of helmets are available for rent through St. LAC. Ask ahead to reserve one if you do not have a helmet. Note that CASC-OR only accepts helmets as specified in Appendix K, Article 5.1 of the Race Regulations at race events.
Shirts with long sleeves and pants must be worn. Sneakers (or other footwear with flat soles that lace on) are required. No other safety apparel is required for the Novice Licence Program or the Novice Racing Experience. Candidates for the Advanced racer Program must have the full compliment of personal safety equipment as required by CASC-OR Regulations.
Full information on the requirements for participating in the school are in the school information package available on the CASC-OR website.
