Fri, Aug 23, 2013

DelVal BMWCCA Lightning Open Track DE Day

New Jersey Motorsports Park

About this event

 

BMW CCA - Delaware Valley Chapter

Join us August 23rd, 2013 at New Jersey Motorsports Park/ Lightning Course for the Delaware Valley Chapter BMW CCA 1st Annual Lightning Open Track Day.

 

When: Friday August 23rd

Where: New Jersey Motorsports Park/ Lightning Course

Last day to register:

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

 

Cost for Friday: $175 (or $100 for qualified attendees also instructing, driving or racing at the Lightning Driving School on Saturday/Sunday).

Included with your registration there will be an "Infield Endurance" Party on Friday night.

Please keep in mind that this is an Open Track Day for Friday only from 9:00AM - 3:30PM including, a 1 Hr. lunch break & 25 min. Enduro Qualifying Session from 11:30AM - 11:55AM.  The Friday "Open Track" will be available to registered Sprint Racers, very advanced instructors and registered highly experienced HPDE participants for a fee of $100 (if also driving in the Saturday/Sunday events).  The Friday "Open Track" will be also be available to licensed racers not registered to compete in the Sprint Races and other qualified drivers for a fee of $175.

Pre-event tech check and registration will be at the track on Friday morning.  Drivers are responsible for the overall techinical inspection of their vehicles.

Be sure to visit the Chapter website, www.delvalbmwcca.org to read the Track Bulletins and Driver School event materials thoroughly.

See you at the track!!!

 

Event requirements

 

Everyone must read, understand and accept the WAIVER & RELEASE FORM prior to registering to participate in a Delaware Valley Chapter Driver School. The WAIVER & RELEASE FORM can be viewed above or downloaded from the Chapter Website. 

 

Please review the following information that is applicable to 2013 Delaware Valley Chapter Driver Schools:

 

  • Participation in Delaware Valley Chapter Driver Schools is limited to BMW CCA Members only.  Proof of BMW CCA Membership is required and may be verified.  Join BMW CCA on line <http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=new_member> or call the National Membership toll free number 1-800-878-9292. However,while we strongly encourage membership, non-BMW CCA members are welcome to participate for their FIRST event.  Membership is required for participation in all subsequent events.
  • Participants must be 18 yrs old or more and hold a valid Driver's License. This may be verified at registration at the track.
  • We recommend that you have your vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic no more than 30 days prior to the date of the event.
  • You must present your completed Tech Form <http://delvalbmwcca.org/documents/studenttechform.pdf> to the tech inspector prior to event registration at the track. (Do not mail your Tech to the registrar.)
  • Once your Tech Form has been approved by the tech inspector, you must present the form and your completed medical form http://delvalbmwcca.org/documents/delvalmedform.pdf to the registrar to obtain your registration packet.
  • We require equal passenger restraint (minimum 3 point).
  • This is a driver's education school and is not practice for any racing or speed contest. All participants are required to attend classroom sessions to learn vehicle dynamics and driving techniques. These sessions will continue throughout the day to help you understand the fine art of high speed driving. Failure to attend as required will result in loss of driving privileges.
  • Clothing - long sleeves & long pants are required,  we recommend cotton or natural fibers. SNELL 2005 OR NEWER HELMETS REQUIRED.
  • Helmet - The state of New Jersey requires a full-face helmet with face shield installed (you do not have to use the face shield in a closed-top car).  Open-face helmets are not permitted for this event. Snell 2005 or newer helmets required.
  • Seatbelts - The state of New Jersey requires that aftermarket belts be less than 2 years old (SFI approval) and less than 5 years old (FIA Approval).
  • Cars must be muffled.
  • After-market window tinting / rear & side glass - you must be able to see through the vehicle while standing 20 feet away.  Since it may be difficult to assess whether your aftermarket window tinting is allowed it is strongly recommended that if you have any doubts that you contact Tech Chairman, Frank Keytanjian, prior to the event to have the tinting inspected and approved. techchair@delvalbmwcca.org
  • SUV's are not eligible.  If you're not sure if your vehicle qualifies, contact Tech Chairman, Frank Keytanjian, prior to the event.
  • No Convertible Cars Allowed -Exception: Spec. Miatas or similar vehicles equipped with a full SCCA approved Roll Cage and a bolted on hardtop.

 

NJ Motorsports Park Track procedures include a GUEST POLICY. During non-spectator events, the track is closed to the general public. In order for non-participants to be admitted to the facility, you must furnish the Event Chair with the guest's name prior to the event. Please refer to the Guest policy for further details. (Event Chair) Geoff Ehrman E-mail drivingchair@delvalbmwcca.org

 

There are several track bulletins, as well as other forms, available here: http://delvalbmwcca.org/documents.php that have been generated to provide you with valuable information about the operation of our events. All Instructors & Students are responsible to be familiar with this information.

Cancellations on or after Aug 7, 2013 will not be allowed. Any cancellation prior to August 7, 2013 will be charged a $25.00 cancellation fee. All cancellations must be communicated through the registrar.

Event Registrar:  Lisa Mellott, 4 Cricket Lane, Westport, CT 06880 - E-mail address  registrar@delvalbmwcca.org - Evening Phone - 203-858-0262

Pre-event tech inspection and registration will be at the track on Friday, August 23rd starting at 7:00 a.m. 

Be sure to visit the Chapter website, www.delvalbmwcca.org where any event updates, Track Bulletins and other Driver School event forms and information may be found.

 

Wait List – Student applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, provided all eligibility requirements have been met. There are a limited number of Student spaces available for our events. This number may vary from one venue to another. Additionally - Students are divided by Run Groups (Novice, Intermediate & Advanced) based upon the experience level of the Student. If we receive event applications after a Run Group is full, a Wait List will be created. Wait listed applicants will be accepted on a first cone first serve basis if a vacancy is created due to a cancelation.  The event registrar will inform you of your status (confirmed or waitlist) approximately one month before the event.

When you are ready to register, click continue.

 

New Jersey Motorsports Park

Millville, NJ
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