About this event
Join the North Star Chapter BMW CCA the weekend of June 3rd - 5th for the Summer Performance Driving School at Brainerd International Raceway. We will be using the short, competition course!
The Driving Events Committee recommends that everyone read the BIR Welcome Packet that will be emailed to all registrants prior to the event for general event information. This is important to make sure you are ready for the event; for example, having an approved helmet.
Please see the event announcement on North Star's website for additional details!
BIR Tech Inspection:
There will be a complimentary pre-event tech inspection on Tuesday evening, May 10th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM for all registered participants at Motorwerks BMW. Remember, you must have your car inspected, with the technical inspection form completed by a reputable shop and all reported problems corrected before the event. Bring the completed technical inspection form and proof of any required repairs with you to the registration at Brainerd. If you live out of town, or cannot make our tech inspection event, you may have your car inspected at any reputable auto repair shop. We will also have track-side support at this event courtesy of Motorwerks BMW. Thank You!!
Hotel and Registration:
We have booked a block of rooms at the Comfort Suites Rapid River Lodge for this event. This is also where Friday evening registration will take place.
Comfort Suites Rapid River Lodge
7376 Woida Rd N., Baxter, MN 56425
Phone: (218) 825-7234
When booking your room, please inform the hotel that you are a part of the "BMW Club". We have a negotiated room rate of $119 per night for single occupancy Thursday, June 2nd through Sunday, June 5th.
Saturday Night Dinner Information:
Our traditional Saturday night dinner will be held at Prairie Bay Restaurant in Baxter, MN. This group meal has become a BIR tradition, and will hit the spot after a day at the track. The cost is $35 per person, and you will be able to add the dinner and your choice of meal as you complete this registration.
Event requirements
SUVs, vans, convertibles, targa, and t-tops are NOT allowed at Performance Driving School events.
NOTE: The following specific SAV (Sports Activity Vehicles) are allowed at Performance Driving School events: BMW X3, X5, and X6, as well as the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7. If you have any doubt if your vehicle qualifies, please contact us at: drivingschools@northstarbmw.org.
- Helmet - Snell SA or M 2005, 2010 or 2015 required - these are the only years that we accept. We also recommend neck braces and face shields.
- Tech Inspection - You are responsible for having your car inspected at an approved shop, our sponsors will be scheduling an evening of complimentary inspections for all makes and models.
BMW CCA membership is required to attend our Car Control Clinics and Performance Driving Schools. It is a simple process and you DO NOT NEED TO OWN A BMW: either call (864) 250-0022 or visit bmwcca.org (https://myaccount.bmwcca.org/PortalTools/NewUser/EmailCheck.cfm) to get your membership. A 1-year membership is $48.
